Community Board
Latest News (Week 2)
January 11th – 17th
Called and Claimed by God
This Sunday, the Church celebrates the Baptism of the Lord. In the Gospel, Jesus enters the waters of the Jordan and is revealed as the beloved Son of the Father. As the heavens open and the Spirit descends, we are reminded that baptism is not simply a moment in the past, but a living reality that shapes who we are.
As we continue into this new year, this Gospel invites us to remember our own baptism—when we were claimed by God, called His beloved, and sent forth to live our faith. Each day is an opportunity to renew that commitment, to walk in humility, and to allow God’s grace to guide our lives.
May this week be a time to listen more closely to God’s voice, trust in His love, and live as witnesses of the faith we have received.
Weekly Giving
Sunday Collection
- Last Week: $9,877
- Last Year (same weekend): $9,937
Second Collection
The second collection will support the Catholic Communications Campaign and The Catholic University of America.
We thank you for your generosity and continued support of these important ministries.
Mass Intentions 2026
The Mass book for the new year is now open.
Offering a Mass intention is a beautiful way to pray for our loved ones, living and deceased, and to entrust them to God’s loving care.
Please come to the parish office for all scheduling.
Offertory Envelopes Available
Offertory envelopes for the new year are now available.
Parishioners are asked to please check the back table in the vestibule to pick up their weekly envelopes.
Your continued generosity and support are greatly appreciated and help sustain the life and mission of our parish.
Parish Lift Update
The parish lift is currently closed and out of service due to repairs and installation.
Weather permitting, the lift is expected to be fully operational by January 19.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support.
Martin Luther King Day
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the parish office will be closed on Monday, January 19.
Mass will be celebrated at 7:30 a.m. in English and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish.
The parish office will reopen on Tuesday, January 20.
Our Lady of Altagracia Feast Day
Mass in honor of Our Lady of Altagracia, Patroness of the Dominican Republic, will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Sunday, January 18, at 2:00 p.m.
Parish Celebration of Our Lady of Altagracia
Our parish celebration of Our Lady of Altagracia will take place on Sunday, January 25, during the 1:00 p.m. Mass, with a parish celebration to follow in the school gym.
Finance Council Meeting
The Finance Council will meet on Saturday, January 17, at 9:30 a.m.
As we begin the new year, this meeting will help set priorities and support the financial stewardship of our parish.
Prayer for Our Youth Ministry
We thank God for the gift of our Youth Ministry as we return and continue the work He is doing among our young people and within our parish.
Our next Youth Ministry meeting will be held on Friday, January 23, at 7:00 p.m.
We ask our parish family to keep our youth and leaders in your prayers and to help spread the word.
All teens are welcome to join us as God continues to do great things in our parish.
Week 1
January 4th – 10th
Beginning the Year in God’s Light
As we begin this new year, the Church celebrates the Epiphany of the Lord, revealing Christ to the world through the journey of the Magi. In the Gospel, we see men who set out in faith, guided only by a star and a deep desire to encounter the newborn King. Their journey reminds us that God often leads us step by step, asking for trust even when the road ahead is uncertain.
This Gospel speaks powerfully at the start of a new year. Like the Magi, we begin this season not knowing all that lies ahead, but we are invited to keep moving forward, attentive to God’s guidance and open to where He may lead us. The Epiphany reminds us that Christ reveals Himself to those who seek Him sincerely.
As we step into this new year, may we follow the light of Christ with faith and perseverance. May our parish community be a place where His presence is recognized, His guidance is trusted, and His love is shared with all.
Mass Intentions 2026 Drive
The Mass book for the new year is now open.
Offering a Mass intention is a beautiful way to pray for our loved ones, living and deceased, and to entrust them to God’s loving care.
Please come to the parish office for all scheduling.
Offertory Envelopes Available
Offertory envelopes for the new year are now available. Parishioners are asked to please check the back table in the vestibule to pick up their weekly envelopes.
Your continued generosity and support are greatly appreciated and help sustain the life and mission of our parish.
Three Kings Day – Toy Drive
Sunday, January 4, at the St. Peter School Gym at 2:00 p.m.
This celebration is made possible through the generosity of Latinas of Real Estate, who have donated all of the toys for the children. We invite our parish community to come together and share in the joy, faith, and spirit of giving that Three Kings Day represents.
Food will be provided.
Parish Lift Update
Our new parish lift is coming! Beginning Monday, January 5, the lift will be closed for repairs and installation.
Weather permitting, the new lift is scheduled to be installed and fully operational by January 19.
We are grateful for all the hard work and generous donations that have made this important upgrade possible.
Thank you for your continued support and patience during this time.
Second Collection Next Weekend
Next weekend’s second collection will support the Catholic Communications Campaign and The Catholic University of America.
We thank you for your generosity and continued support of these important ministries.
A New Year in God’s Light
As we step into this new year, we are reminded that each day is a gift and an invitation from God to walk more closely with Him.
A new year is not simply a fresh start, but a renewed opportunity to deepen our faith, strengthen our community, and trust in God’s guiding presence. The Lord goes before us in all things—through moments of joy and challenge alike.
As we journey through the year ahead, may we remain open to His voice, faithful in prayer, and committed to living the Gospel in our homes, our parish, and our daily lives.
We are grateful for each of you who make up our parish family. May this year be one of spiritual growth, renewed hope, and continued trust in God’s promises.
Let us move forward together, guided by His light and sustained by His love.
May the light of Christ guide you throughout the year ahead and lead you always closer to Him.
