As Christ makes his way to the cross, he accedes to the pleas of ten lepers for pity. The consummation of the Samaritan leper's healing occurs when he falls at Jesus' feet in thanksgiving. Which makes Jesus ask, "Where are the other nine?"
Saint Paul warns: "If we deny him, he will deny us."
The formerly skeptical Naaman returns to Elisha filled with gratitude and praise for God once his leprosy is healed by plunging into the Jordan. He resolves to live the rest of his life worshiping no other god but the Lord.
Fervent thanksgiving prevents us from ever denying god; it keeps us strong in the faith that saves us.
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And the Gospel for Sunday, October 12, the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, contains the essential elements of the Holy Mass. The Mass readings are as follows: 2 Kings 5:14-17; Psalm 98:1, 2-3, 3-4; 2 Timothy 2:8-13; Luke 17:11-19.
This October, the Catholic Church in the United States is renewing its National Catholic Mental Health Campaign (NCMHC), encouraging all people to become more aware of the issues, eliminate the stigmas around mental illness, and seek creative ways to journey with those who struggle. This can be achieved now through personal and community accompaniment, as well as advocating for effective and compassionate public policy surrounding mental health and wellness.
Thank you for your overwhelming support of Bishop Cantu’s ministry to the people of our Diocese. Thus far, 358 families have paid $600,491 toward our parish goal of $440,000. We are projecting a rebate of $160,000.
Each year in May, the Order of Malta goes on pilgrimage to Lourdes, France. As a part of our Order’s charism to help the sick and the poor, we invite those who are sick, affectionately called Malades, to join us on this pilgrimage. All the expenses for the Malades are paid for by the Order of Malta.
This novena prays for the protection of human life from conception to natural death. Each day of the novena features a different pro-life prayer intention that is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life.
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How can God help me make decisions? A TALK ON DISCERNMENT Fr. Simon Devereaux, LC, Spiritual Director, Our Lady of Santa Clara Retreat Center. Join us for the first Friday Night Café of the 2025-2026 academic year on Friday, October 17th, 2025, at St. William Parish Hall. THE EVENT IS FREE.
We are called through our baptism to be part of the Church’s missionary efforts, through prayer, self-sacrifice, and support of missionary vocations through material aid. The Society for the Propagation of the Faith for vulnerable communities throughout Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Pacific Islands. Please be generous in next Sunday’s second collection.
October 19th is the 56th anniversary of the dedication of St. William Church (1969). Perhaps some of you were present? We will celebrate this important event at St. William Church on Sunday, October 19. Birthday Cake after the 9am & 11am Masses.
If you or a loved one are in need of Sacramental care, such as Anointing of the Sick, Confession, or Holy Communion, our priests are available to assist you. If the parish office is closed, you will hear instructions to dial 9 to reach our priest on duty at any time.