Dear friends,

A week ago I wrote an article on the merits of frequent Confessions as a means for us to reconcile with God, with ourselves, and with others. A well-prepared and intentional Confession makes one grow in humility and reminds us that we all need God's mercy. We all need spiritual healing and peace.

Because our God is patient, kind, and infinitely loving, we who are His servants ought to have patience, kindness, and genuine concern for everyone who walks through our doors in need of help. For our Church Community to become a welcoming home leading people to heaven, I have a few suggestions:

Firstly, let us be welcoming and approachable in our different offices and ministries, treating every person with dignity, regardless of social status, appearance, or familiarity.

Secondly, let us be patient and compassionate, remembering that those who come to our parish or school may be carrying personal struggles, family concerns, or spiritual needs. With the gift of [ our new mental health ministry], The Well recently opened in our Parish; let no one be left without true companionship and love.

Thirdly, let us be courteous and professional, communicating respectfully in person, over the telephone, and through other available channels. In the heavenly kingdom humility is greatness; therefore, let us be humble and be open to learning from each other and from every situation we encounter.

Our commitment is about people, relationships, faith, and the mission of the Church. Let our words, attitudes, and actions communicate Christ to others

October being the month devoted to the Rosary and Community prayer, let us embrace the sense of belonging that we have just witnessed in the 51st Annual Arizona Rosary Celebration, which took place last Sunday.

Last but not least, this weekend's readings invite us to love God with our whole heart and our neighbor as ourselves. This is what life is about. Jesus reminds us that loving God and one another is why we have been born! It's what we're here on earth for!

And the Eucharist we share here today is meant to be a powerful help to us for that. May it help us in the coming weeks to raise our minds and hearts to God more, and to act more lovingly toward that neighbor whom we meet. May the Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us. Amen.

Jesus, I trust in you!
Jesus, I trust in you!
Jesus, I trust in you! 

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