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November 21, 2023Our 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.
Jesus tells us in the Gospel this week for Christ the King that the blessed ones are those who have demonstrated their faithfulness by performing acts of mercy and kindness. We are all called upon to care for the poor, the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the naked, and the sick. Jesus likens himself to a shepherd who separates his flock of sheep from the goats. The charge to care for the poor and the disadvantaged can be found throughout scripture, but it is especially exemplified in the ministry of Jesus. 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.
As we move forward into the new liturgical year that begins in Advent, we will recall the images of Christ the King and turn to it often to help us understand that true power comes from humility, selfishness and sacrifice.
For the rest of the month of November, The Book of the Names of the Dead will be in the candle area in Guyot Hall for those who want to write the names of deceased loved ones whom we can pray for. One of the most beautiful responsibilities we have as Catholics is to pray for our dead. Through prayer, fasting and good works we offer on behalf of the deceased, we pray that God’s purification will be granted to all of the faithful departed so that they can obtain their soul’s desire, eternal life in heaven. In communion with the faithful departed as members of the Church, it is our responsibility and privilege to assist them with our prayers and holy works.
The Christmas season and the time for giving are just around the corner. The 2023 STHY 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/2023-christmas-wish-list and see how you can share the gift of Christmas with STHY.
Next, the 2023 SVDP Angel Tree project will be adjusted to accommodate the limited use of the Church facilities. 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 3rd.
With the busy times of the Season of Advent right around the corner, enrolling in online giving is a great way to ensure your gifts of treasure to St. Hyacinth are received even if you may be out of town. Please go to https://www.sthyacinth.org/online-giving and register for online giving or to simply give online. Thank you in advance for your support .
God Bless,
Fr. Reginald Samuels
