Palm Sunday

Dear Parishioners of Saint Mildred, 
As we approach the most sacred time of the year, I warmly invite each of you to enter deeply into the celebration of Holy Week. These holy days lead us through the heart of our faith—from the joyful wel­ come of Palm Sunday, through the solemn remem­ brance of our Lord’s Passion and Death, and into the radiant joy of His Resurrection at Easter.

Holy Week is not simply a series of liturgies, but a spiritual journey. It is an opportunity for each of us to walk more closely with Jesus, to reflect on His love and sacrifice, and to renew our hearts in His mercy. I encourage you to make time to participate in the celebrations, especially the Sacred Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil.

 

During Holy Week we also celebrate our call to peace and unity with all our brothers 
and sisters not only within our Church but we par­ticipate and host in the Ecumenical
Service on Wednesday April 1, at Noon. (See flyer for more details).

We will also have opportunities for Confession during the week, allowing us to prepare 
our hearts worthily for Easter. Let us take advantage of this beautiful sacrament of healing and reconciliation.

 

As a parish family, we are espe­cially blessed this year to welcome new members into the Church at the Easter Vigil, where several will receive the Sacraments of Initiation. Please keep them in your prayers as they take this important step in their faith journey.

I invite you and your families to join us not only in prayer, but also in fellowship, especially during our Easter celebrations, including our Easter egg hunt for the children.

 

May this Holy Week be a time of grace, renewal, and deeper encounter with Christ For each of you. You are all welcome. Come and walk with Christ.

In Christ’s love, 
Rev. Carlos Martinez 
Pastor, Saint Mildred Catholic Church