DEAR PARISHIONERS

As we enter the month of May, we are reminded of the many blessings and opportunities for prayer and reflection. May is a special month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a time to draw closer to her, reflecting on her role in the life of the Church, and honoring her through our devotions and prayers. We invite you to join us in the Fatima Devotion, which begins on May 13 and continues through October 13 at the Fatima Grotto at Our Lady of Humility Church. This is a beautiful opportunity to grow in faith and devotion to our Blessed Mother.

We also celebrate some significant milestones this month. On all Sundays of Easter, our parish celebrates First Communion for our young people from St. Patrick School and St. Brigid Parish School of Religious Education. On Saturday, May 3, Our Lady of Humility School will celebrate the First Communion of its students. These are important moments in the lives of our children, and we invite you to join us in prayer for them as they receive the Holy Eucharist for the first time.

On May 11, we celebrate Mother's Day, a special time to honor and pray for all mothers in our community. We thank God for the gift of mothers, who nurture and guide their children with love and care. Let us keep all mothers in our prayers, asking for blessings upon them and their families.

That same day, May 11, is also the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Let us come together in prayer, asking God to inspire more men and women to respond to His call to serve in the priesthood, diaconate, religious life, and other forms of ministry in the Church. This is a time to reflect on how we can support and encourage vocations within our community.

Additionally, as you may know, the Holy See is currently in a state of sede vacante following the death of the Pope. We ask for your prayers for the Cardinals, who will gather starting on May 7 for the conclave to elect the next Pope. May the Holy Spirit guide them in their decision, and may the Church continue to be a beacon of hope and unity in the world.

We look forward to all that God will do in our lives this May. Let us continue to grow in faith and devotion, honoring Mary and celebrating the many blessings of this season.

In Christ,
Fr. Wojciech Oleksy