The plenary indulgence has been a key feature of Holy Years for centuries within the Church. It is a remission of the temporal punishment due to sin, obtained by adhering to the norms established for a given Jubilee Year. In the Decree on the Granting of the Indulgence During the Ordinary Jubilee Year 2025 issued by His Holiness Pope Francis.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families affected by the devastating plane crash near Washington, D.C. May they find strength and comfort during this unimaginable time. We ask that you join us in prayer for all those impacted.

Thank you to the individuals and the families in the communities we are privileged to serve. You are the face of Christ. Your courage, resilience, and trust in us as we walk alongside you on your journey of hope are truly inspiring.

Thank you for your ongoing support of the mission and ministries of our parish. For the month of DECEMBER, our average weekly collection was $34,225. You also generously donated to various essential causes in our DECEMBER second/special collections at $17,195 ($3,439/week). This brings our DECEMBER weekly average to $37,664.

Please keep praying for all those suffering in the wildfires sweeping through southern California. My heart goes out to our neighbors who have lost their homes and livelihoods. Let’s pray for them and let’s pray for our firefighters and first responders. May God keep all of our brothers and sisters safe and bring end to these fires! – Archbishop Gomez

Serving in the music ministry and combining my profession with my faith are blessings. Besides teaching piano and directing a children’s choir, I enjoy gardening, crafting, traveling, and hanging out with friends. I volunteered to help with the Christmas concert to cap off the year. With every performer’s effort and dedication, it was a success! Stepping into the position of music coordinator at this parish, I have met many wonderful parishioners who have offered their support and talent.

Thank you for your ongoing support of the mission and ministries of our parish. For the month of NOVEMBER, our average weekly collection was $22,572. You also generously donated to various essential causes in our NOVEMBER second/special collections at $5,392 ($1,348/week). This brings our NOVEMBER weekly average to $23,920. We budgeted our Sunday Offertory income (minus special collections) for JUL-NOV (21 weeks x $24,000) at $504,000 and received $474,000 (-$30,000).