Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus compares the Word of God to a sower who scatters seed generously over every kind of soil. The sower does not discriminate. He trusts that the seed has the power to bear fruit wherever hearts are open. The question is not whether God continues to sow His Word, but what kind of soil we choose to be.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus invites us: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” At first, this may sound like an invitation to step away from responsibility. Yet Jesus is speaking precisely to those who are called to follow Him in discipleship and mission.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

The words of Jesus in today’s Gospel are challenging: “Whoever does not take up his cross and follow after me is not worthy of me.” The Lord reminds us that discipleship is not a matter of convenience but of commitment.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace. 

Today, Jesus speaks to His disciples as missionaries. He knows that following Him and proclaiming the Gospel will not always be easy. Three times in this Gospel, He says: “Do not be afraid.” 

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace. 

In today’s Gospel, Jesus looks upon the crowds with compassion because they are “troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd.” His heart is moved, and He calls His disciples to share in His mission. 

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace

In today’s Gospel, Jesus declares: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.” The Eucharist is not simply a symbol of Christ; it is Christ Himself, truly present, giving His life for the life of the world. 

Dear Saint Rose of Lima Parishioners,

Over the past week, many of you have expressed your gratitude and excitement for the progress we’ve made together. As we look toward the future, we now take the next important step in discerning where God is leading us.