Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ -

As our nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will consecrate our country to the Most Sacred Hear of Jesus today, June 11th. To join the celebration we will pray the Prayer of Consecration on Friday, June 12th at the 7am Mass, the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.

The devotion to the Sacred Heart reminds us of the boundless love and mercy of Christ poured out for the salvation of the world. In consecrating our nation, the bishops seek to renew our reliance upon God, entrust our country to the loving care of Christ, and call the faithful to deeper conversion, reparation, charity, and missionary discipleship.

Our observance invites us to give thanks to God for the many peoples and cultures that have contributed to the life of the United States.

We will also join in a prayer service celebrating the 250th Anniversary on July 1st.

Friday, June 12th is the last day of our school's academic year. May the summer be a time of refreshment and renewal. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

I received a warm thank you message from Father Joseph Donovan, MM, the Maryknoll Missionary who celebrated mass and invited our participation in supporting their missionary work. They received 30 new subscriptions for Maryknoll Magazine and $4,140 in the special collection. Thank you!

Finally, I'll be leading a Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi to the California Missions in Carmel and San Juan Bautista, Friday, July 17th through Sunday, July 19th. We'll travel by bus/van and spend two nights at Mission San Juan Bautista Retreat House and visit Carmel Mission and the Monterey Bay.

Peace,

Father Gil

Congratulations Class of 2026!

Caritas Choir and Schola Cantorum

Director of Music, Dr. Joung-A Monica Yum



Our Caritas and Schola are taking their annual summer break beginning this weekend. We are grateful for their ministry.

Monica noted that "This season was even more rewarding than the last, filled with countless moments of gratitude, growth, and joy. Above all, I am deeply thankful for the opportunity to work alongside such dedicated staff members and truly amazing singers. Their commitment, generosity, and musicianship continue to inspire me every day."

"To The Schola Cantorum and Caritas Choir: thank you for your trust, your artistry, your hard work, and your friendship. It is an honor to make music with you."

Magnifica Humanitas

The Encyclical of Pope Leo XIV on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence

Pope Leo XIV, in presenting to the world and to all the people of God, his first Encyclical Letter, focused on the care for the human person in the time of Artificial Intelligence.

Read the encyclical here, Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence. Below is the Summary of Chapter Three.

Many of our parishes and schools struggle with limited resources, but Together in Mission helps keep them thriving. This is the Hour for Love campaign helps Catholic schools afford supplies, ensures parishes can continue serving their communities, and supports programs that bring faith to those who need it most. 

2026 Parish Goal: $156,561

Total Pledged: $72,817.79

Total Paid: $70,184.74

Percentage to Goal: 44.8%.

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Together in Mission - St. Paul the Apostle (P493)

For peace in every nation: for an end to the war in Iran, Ukraine. For all those wounded and killed and for the safety of service members in harm's way. For peace, may the light of the Holy Spirit transform hearts so that all may seek the way of peace together, let us pray to the Lord:

For our immigrant sisters and brothers living in fear of deportation, may the Lord accompany them through the ministry of the Christian community:

For the healing, comfort, and peace of the sick, Mary Healy, Lisa Becker McLaglen, Sharon Siebhur, Mike & Joanne Hinnebusch, Gwen Thompson, Bernadette Tee, Grace L'Manian, Jeannie Cheng, Richard Welch, Catherine Peacock, Dan Bianco, Nancy Campbell, Gary Orfield, Manolo Velez, Victoria T. Picard, Amparo Haber, Shirley Ruess, Sister Irene Wright, Greg Tinsley, Jack & Vicki Phillips, Tel Ramon, Mary Pat Cooper, Todd Wiench, Estrella and John Monzon, Charles Candel, Marisa Kavanau, Carol King Wolcott, John Wolcott, Angel Appleton, Clark Gassan, Lohriena Lohrie Counts, Nora McCormick Heinen, Weldon Tilley, Paul Lannan, Eileen Gaffney.

For the eternal rest of our beloved departed, Biagio Silvestri, Paulina Dominguez-Castillo, G Robbie Nicholson, José Agerico Moncada, Debbie Battaglia, Madeleine Lord, Cecile Bianco, Mary Loberg, Mary Claire Arbus, Dolores Diaz, Grace Hiney, Robert Cimiluca, Gary Bourgeois, Andrew Politz, Pauline Zaloski, James Wilkie, Father Richard Chilson, CSP, Father Daniel McCotter, CSP, Zenaida B. Chua, Antonia T. Semar, Mike Lanning, Jaroslan Witkoski, Susan Burkhard, Connie Pobre, John A. Woodward IV, Terry Casey, Darrel Bengry, Joan Doyle, Cristina Mirendolf, Elaine Vucelich, Marietta Lavin, Jeffrey Graham, Renee Good, Alex Pretti, Robert J. Burns, John 'JJ' Goldrick, Dellie Abad, James Kennedy, José Fernandez, Terry O'Malley Seidler, Rich Puppione, Christie Farmer, Alfred Ruess, Christohper Hudlin, Alan Culver, Laura James, Anne Marie Hannick, Father Greg Goethals, SJ, Ron Schuster, Bobby Burks, Father Jack Lynch, CSP, Arlene Havel, Phil Duncan, Michele Kearin, Father Brad Schoeberle, CSP, Mary Tokuza, Haruko Hiromura, Donny Kie, Cesar Robeniol, Nellie Scholar, may they rest in peace.