Queen of Apostles

19 April 2020

“On the evening of that first day of the week,
when the doors were locked,
where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews,
Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them,
 “Peace be with you.”
                                        John 20: 19

 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, 

In the confines of our home, during our shelter-in-place, when our churches are closed, God has opened the domestic church in every home, where Jesus comes within your midst saying, “Peace be with you!”

We cannot ignore this unique experience we have as Church, the Church within our home where God’s peace and mercy abides.  It is where God’s Word will live and speak of His presence and reminding us to hope, to trust and not to fear for He knows that there is still fear in each one of us.

“Do not be afraid” were the words of the angel to the women at the tomb, and Jesus affirmed it himself.  Do not be afraid, because God is in control; because his peace is given to those who welcome him.   If we place ourselves in control of every experience in life, then, we should be fearful.  But if we believe and trust in the God who has been faithful to us from the beginning, we have no reason to fear.

On this Divine Mercy Sunday, allow God’s mercy to penetrate our hearts, let us welcome his peace, removing every fear and instilling our faith and our trust in him!

Please continue to support us especially during this time through our online givng, "WeShare."  Kindly continue to monitor our parish website for information of Masses being broadcast. 

I invite you to join me in prayer for the end of this pandemic and together through the intercession of Mary, our Mother and Queen of Apostles and St. Michael the Archangel we plead to the mercy and love of our faithful God.
 
            The Memorare
            Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
            that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection,
            implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. 
            Inspired by this confidence,
            I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother;
            to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. 
            O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions,
            but in thy mercy hear and answer me. 
            Amen.
 
            The Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel
            St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. 
            Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. 
            May God rebuke him, we humbly pray and do thou,
            O Prince of heavenly hosts, by the power of God,
            thrust into hell Satan and all the evil sprits,
            who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. 
            Amen.