Dear Church,
Our Holy Week begins today with Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As we begin these Sacred Days, I would like to thank you for your participation in the various activities of Lent during these past weeks. I pray the Most Holy Eucharist offered at Mass has helped us this Lent in recognizing the profound love that God has for each one of us.
As you know, the special days of Holy Week are considered to be our High Holy Days as Catholics and the various celebrations are deeply rooted in the traditions of our Catholic faith. I invite you to participate in the liturgies of these Sacred days. If you have never attended the celebrations of Holy Week, perhaps this is the year to attend either individually or as a family. The Holy Week Schedule can be found in our bulletin and on our website.
At our Easter Sunday Masses, we will be blessed with many visitors. I thank you in advance for extending a warm Saint Patrick Parish welcome and hospitality to those who may be here from other faith backgrounds, other places or who do not worship with us on a regular basis. I appreciate all you do to make Saint Patrick Parish such a warm and vibrant community of faith.
When you come before the Lord this week, please whisper my name (the names of the Clergy and Religious Sisters of our parish and the Staff) to the Almighty. Pray that we are blessed with wisdom, strength and hope during these special days. Know that we will pray for you, your loved ones and your intentions. We may not see each other every day but may we meet each day in our prayers!
In Christ,
Father Mario