Pastor’s Notes –

Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Parish Family,

This Sunday’s readings remind us that faithful discipleship is about integrity, justice, and putting God first.

In the first reading, Amos speaks of God’s warning against those who exploit the poor and manipulate the system for profit. His words echo into our time, where some gain more and more while others cannot afford basic necessities. God sees injustice and will not forget. These words challenge us to examine how we spend, invest, and live — do our choices lift up the vulnerable, or do they contribute to their suffering?

St. Paul, writing to Timothy, urges us to pray for all people, especially those in authority. In today’s polarized culture, it is easy to criticize leaders or lose hope, but prayer keeps our hearts open and allows God to transform us into instruments of peace and justice.

In the Gospel, Jesus shares the parable of the dishonest steward. While the steward was unjust, Jesus praises his cleverness and urgency. He challenges us to be just as creative and determined in building God’s Kingdom as worldly people are in protecting their own interests.

Life is short, and we are not the owners but the stewards of our lives. One day, each of us will give an account before God. The question will be: What did you do with the life, time, and gifts I gave you? We are called not to waste or “throw away” life, but to live it fully, responsibly, and generously.

Our culture tells us to get ahead, accumulate wealth, and hustle for success — but Jesus warns us clearly: “You cannot serve both God and mammon.” Money and resources are not evil, but they are a trust. True happiness is not about having more, but about needing less, living with gratitude, and using what we have for God’s glory and the good of others.

This week, reflect: How am I using my time, influence, and money?

May we grow as wise and faithful stewards, living each day with integrity, prayer, and a heart open to God’s Kingdom.

Fr. George G. Perez, CJM

Words of Governor Cox

Here is the full emotional statement from Utah Gov. Spencer Cox after the killing of Charlie Kirk.  No matter what side of the political chasm you find yourself, his words are a challenge to our whole country.

The Knights of Columbus recently donated a new American flag to St. Patrick School

Thank you to our local council for their generosity.

40 Days For Life Fall Campaign September 24 - November 2

Join the 40-day campaign that aims to protect the unborn through prayer and fasting, community outreach, and an all-day vigil in front of abortion businesses. To sign up for vigil hours and check the locations and programs, visit.

No Confessions September 24

The priests of the Diocese will have their Annual Priests’ Convocation in Temecula on September 22-25. During that time, we will still have our regular parish Mass schedule at St. Patrick’s. However, there will be no confessions on Wednesday, September 24.

Please pray for our priests and bishops as they gather for this special time of learning, sharing, spiritual growth and priestly fraternity. 

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)

Last Call for Participants!

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is the process through which people become fully initiated into the Catholic community. This includes:

• Adults who have never been baptized
• Adults who were baptized in another Christian religion but now want to join the Catholic Church
• Adults who were baptized as Catholics but never received the Sacrament of Confirmation (OCIA is not for adolescents; adults only)

Our program meets on Sunday mornings after the 9:00 am Mass. It is held in the parish center from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Except for a few holiday weekends, it meets every Sunday.

Regular attendance is important. Those who complete the process will receive the sacraments at the Easter Vigil (April 4, 2026).

To get enrolled, you need to make an appointment with Fr. Ron. Email him at rmbagley@yahoo.com

Six Week Fall Bible Study

“Relating to Others as Jesus Would”. Examining the life Jesus lived will point us in the right direction on how to follow him and his way. 

There will be two meeting options: 

• Six Monday evenings, 6:45pm – 8:30pm, Oct 13 – Nov 17 
• Six Wednesday mornings, 10:00 am – 11:30am Oct 15 – Nov 19 

Register on the church patio after all the Masses on 9/27 & 9/28 or contact Carole King at :

stpatbiblestudy40@gmail.com or 760-434-5688; Cost is $15; (cash or check payable to St. Patrick Church). 

Join us and bring a friend. Sponsored by the St. Patrick Bible Study Team.

First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community

The conflicts of the early Christians in Corinth are in many ways similar to our struggles today as Christians. They, too, witnessed division, scandal, immorality, persecution and other trials. In First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community learn how St. Paul addressed these struggles by introducing the Corinthians to God’s greatest gift–the Eucharist.

Ruah Adonai Breath of God Bible Study will begin First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 8:30 am in the Parish Center. Participants will meet every Thursday to view an engaging video presentation followed by a time of lively group discussion and fellowship. For more information or to register contact Lisa Albers at lalbersphone@gmail.com or

Kelly Le Berthon at kelly.leberthon12@gmail.com

Bible Study on Apocalypse

in the Bible

Fr. Ron Bagley will teach a course on Apocalyptic Literature this fall. Come and explore the deeper meaning of the strange and puzzling form of writing in the Bible.

The course includes an exploration of the apocalyptic writing of the Old and New Testaments, its literary genre and the historical contexts of its use in God’s Word. After a brief overview of apocalyptic writing in general in the Bible, this course will focus primarily on the Book of Revelation, examining its meaning at the time it was written and its relevance today.

Venue: St. Patrick Parish Center Dates: Tuesdays – September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, & November 4

6:30-8:30 pm

Register by contacting the Diocesan Institute at 858-490-8212 or online at their website.

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Catholic Trivia

"Catholic Trivia”... not because they are trivial but because these might be things that not everyone knows. Test your knowledge by reading the five questions, remember your answers (or jot them down), then click the link below to find the answers.



1. What does it mean for a saint to be named a Doctor of the Church?
2. How many female saints have been declared Doctors of the Church?
3. Who are the female doctors of the Church?
4. How many male Doctors of the Church are there?
5. Who is the most recent addition to the Doctors of the Church?

Feel free to email Fr. Ron with ideas for future Catholic Trivia questions rmbagley@yahoo.com