Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
 
 
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ
 
           
 This weekend, we conclude the Liturgical year. Each year, we round out the year with the feast of Christ the King. The Gospel focuses on the otherworldly aspect of the nature of Jesus and His identity. Our understanding of Jesus affects every aspect of how we, as his disciples, live our lives. We worship Jesus, the King of the universe, and proclaim His truth. Now we are called to acknowledge that truth and proclaim it to the world. 
 
In this Gospel, Christ has announced the arrival of God’s kingdom while he cures the sick, welcomes the despised, and provides food for the hungry. He orders his disciples to carry on his ministry by doing likewise; therefore he orders us to do the same. 
 
 
The Christmas season and the time for giving are just around the corner. The 2024 St Hyacinth gift list is has been released and this presents a great opportunity to support our parish in a special way to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. Check out the list in the bulletin or go online at https://www.sthyacinth.org/2024-christmas-wish-list and see how you can share the gift of Christmas with STHY. 
 
Next, the 2024 SVDP Angel Tree project will be adjusted to accommodate the number of families being served. For this year we are asking everyone to donate $25 gift cards from Walmart, Target or Marshalls only.  Once you purchase the gift cards, bring them back to church and place them in the regular collection. Thank you for your generosity towards those in our community that are less fortunate.  The Angel Tree gift card collection will end on Sunday December 1st.
 
Finally, I wish you all a fond farewell. Please keep me in your prayers and I can assure you of my thoughts and prayers for each and every one of you as we all move forward with the work of Christ. Thank you all for being a blessing to me.  
 
 
 
 
 
God Bless,
Fr. Reginald Samuels