ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH
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April 11, 2025
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Pastor's Reflection
Dear Sisters, Brothers and Friends of ALL Saints Catholic Church:
Greetings and Praise the Lord.
The King Who Rides Toward Suffering.
You know how it is with children—sometimes the only way they learn is by experience. A parent may warn again and again: “Don’t touch the lamp!” But when the light is on and a curious little hand reaches out and feels the burn, that child will never touch it again. Pain teaches them to avoid danger.
But Jesus was not that child. He knew where the danger was. He saw the cross ahead. And still, He went. Jesus knew the cheers would turn to jeers. Still, He rode forward. That’s the kind of Savior we have — one who doesn’t run from pain, but redeems it.
Today we stand at the threshold of Holy Week, the most sacred time in our faith. We walk with Jesus from the upper room to Golgotha, from the cross to the empty tomb. But before the resurrection, there was suffering. Before the victory, there was the cross.
Let’s not rush past the pain—because it’s in the pain that we meet our Savior most deeply. Jesus didn’t just talk about love—He lived it. He washed feet, touched the broken, lifted the weary, and then carried the cross. His hands were not raised in applause, but in service and surrender.
This brings to mind Moses in Exodus 17. As Israel battled Amalek, Moses raised his hands in prayer. As long as his arms were lifted, Israel prevailed. But when his hands fell, they began to lose—until Aaron and Hur came beside him and held up his hands, and the people of God won the victory. My friends, the victory didn’t come from shouting louder. It came from standing together—from holding up each other’s weary hands. That’s what Jesus does for us—and what we must do for each other.
The great African American leader Booker T. Washington once said: “A few men can make speeches; it takes a far greater number to do the work.” He believed in education, dignity, and action—just like Jesus, who didn’t just preach the Gospel but lived it with His body and blood.
We’ve all been in meetings where someone says, “We should help the poor,” or “We need to pray more”—but when it's time to act, they vanish. The cross teaches us that faith is not about suggestion—it’s about sacrifice. So today, Palm Sunday calls us to more than cheering. It calls us to carry the cross with Jesus. Will you show up? Will you serve? Will you support the hands of those who are tired—like Moses, like Christ?
This Palm Sunday: let’s do more than wave our branches. Let’s walk with Jesus—with hearts ready to act, hands ready to serve, and lives ready to love. From the cross comes victory. From pain comes power. From surrender comes salvation.
From Pastor’s desk… Fr. Freddie.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ANNOUNCEMENT FOR APRIL 12-13. 2025
As part of our ongoing effort to grow as a vibrant and caring parish, we will also be conducting a Parish Census beginning in May. This important initiative will help us better understand the needs of our community, improve communication, and plan more effectively for ministries and outreach. Whether you are new to All Saints or have long called it home, your participation is vital in helping us care for every member of our parish family.
Ministry is not just a role—it is a sacred response to God’s call, a living expression of love in action. This year, rather than hosting a Ministry Fair, we invite all ministry leaders and members to enter a time of reflection, prayer, and renewal. Let us revisit the heart of our mission: Why did we begin? Whom are we called to serve? Are we faithfully living the Gospel through our work? If your ministry has grown quiet or weary, may the Holy Spirit reignite the fire within. Let us serve not out of duty, but with devotion—joyfully, zealously, and united in Christ’s love. “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord” (Romans 12:11).
We deeply appreciate everyone who supported and volunteered at our recent church fundraising dinners. Your generosity and service are invaluable. All proceeds, along with funds from future dinner fundraisers, will be dedicated to building a Grotto in honor of Our Blessed Mother, Mary, a sacred space for prayer and reflection. May this project deepen our unity, faith, and love for Mary, while also fostering a vibrant and strong parish community.
We warmly invite all parishioners to fully enter into the sacred mysteries of Holy Week. Join us for the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday (April 17) at 7:00 PM, with Adoration until 10:00 PM. On Good Friday (April 18), we will pray the Living Stations of the Cross at 3:00 PM, followed immediately by the Passion service. The Easter Vigil will be held on Holy Saturday (April 19) at 8:00 PM, and our joyful Easter Sunday Masses will be at 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, followed by a festive Easter egg hunt, all children are invited.
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Dear Sisters, Brothers and Friends of All Saints Catholic Church:
Greetings and Praise the Lord.
REFLECTIONS-Holy Thursday:
Love That Lowers Itself
Tonight, we step into the Upper Room—a place of bread, of water, of love poured out. Holy Thursday is not just a prelude to the Passion. It is a profound revelation of the heart of Jesus. In a world chasing power, Jesus shows us something radical: real power kneels to serve.
John 13 tells us: “Jesus rose from supper, took off his outer garments, and tied a towel around his waist. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet…” (John 13:4-5)
This is the King of Kings, kneeling at the feet of fishermen. God, with a towel. Love, with calloused hands. He didn’t just say “I love you”—He showed it. With water. With bread. With a cross.
Tonight, Jesus gives us three gifts: The Eucharist – His Body and Blood, the very food of our journey. The Priesthood – Servants ordained not for status, but for sacrifice. The Commandment – “Love one another as I have loved you.” (John 13:34)
This kind of love doesn’t just feel warm—it gets its hands dirty. It listens. It forgives. It lifts the lowly. In a world full of empty words, Jesus gives us a love that acts.
Too often, we live like those in meetings who say, “We should serve more” or “We should love better,” but never step forward. But Jesus didn’t hold a meeting—He got on His knees.
Remember Moses in Exodus 17—when his arms were raised, Israel won the battle. But when they fell, defeat came. So Aaron and Hur held up his hands—and the people prevailed. Victory came through support, not speeches.
So tonight, let’s ask: Whose feet can I wash? Whose hands can I lift?
This Holy Thursday, let’s recommit to love—not just in words, but in action. Let’s be people of the towel, the table, and the cross. Because the love that knelt in the Upper Room… is the love that still kneels for you. And now, it’s our turn to kneel for one another.
This Holy Thursday, let’s recommit to love—not just in words, but in action. Let’s be people of the towel, the table, and the cross. Because the love that knelt in the Upper Room… is the love that still kneels for you. And now, it’s our turn to kneel for one another.
From Pastor’s Desk… Fr. Freddie
Dear Sisters, Brothers and Friends of All Saints Catholic Church:
Greetings and Praise the Lord.
REFLECTIONS-Good Friday:
The Power of the Cross
Today we gather not in sorrow alone, but in awe and wonder—because today is Good Friday. How can a day of suffering, betrayal, and death be good? It’s good because today, love did not run away. Love stood, love bled, love won.
The world saw a man broken. Heaven saw a Lamb offered. The world saw weakness. God revealed power through sacrifice. Isaiah prophesied: “By his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5)
On the Cross, Jesus bore the weight of all sin, all shame, all despair. Not because we earned it—but because grace never waits for perfection. He was pierced, not by accident, but by choice. He chose the nails, He chose the silence, He chose the Cross—for you.
Let’s not rush past this moment. Today we see that God is not distant in our pain—He is right there, suffering with us. Every tear, every betrayal, every loneliness—we find Jesus in it.
And yet, even in death, Jesus is still King. Not with a crown of gold, but with a crown of thorns. Not seated on a throne, but lifted high on wood—for all to see what love truly looks like.
In the Gospel of John, Jesus declares with His final breath: “It is finished.” (John 19:30)
That’s not a cry of defeat—it’s a victory shout. It is finished! The debt is paid. The door is open. Sin is crushed. Heaven is near.
Like Moses in the desert—when his hands were lifted, victory came. When they fell, the people faltered. But others held him up. We too are called to lift one another—in prayer, in support, in love—because the Cross is not just Jesus’ alone. It’s the place we learn to carry each other.
This Friday is Good because it shows us that no darkness is too deep for God’s light, and no sin too great for His mercy.
So come to the Cross—not with fear, but with faith. Come not with guilt, but with gratitude. Because on this Cross, love did not give up—it gave everything. And now, we live in that love.
From Pastor’s Desk… Fr. Freddie
Prayers
Our Family Prayer
Loving and faithful God, through the years the people of our archdiocese have appreciated the prayers and love of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in times of war, disaster, epidemic and illness. We come to you, Father, with Mary our Mother, and ask you to help us in the battle of today against violence, murder and racism.
We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people.
Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence.
Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a holy family.
We implore you to give us your wisdom that we may build a community founded on the values of Jesus, which gives respect to the life and dignity of all people.
Bless parents that they may form their children in faith. Bless and protect our youth that they may be peacemakers of our time. Give consolation to those who have lost loved ones through violence.
Hear our prayer and give us the perseverance to be a voice for life and human dignity in our community.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Our Lady of Prompt Succor, hasten to help us. Mother Henriette Delille, pray for us that we may be a holy family.
Prayer of Spiritual Communion
My Jesus,
I believe that You
are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You.
I believe that You
are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You.
AMEN
Saint Michael the Archangel prayer
Saint 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 the heavenly host, by the power of God,
thrust into hell Satan,
and all the evil spirits,
who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen
A Nation’s Prayer
God our Father, giver of life,
we entrust the United States of America to your loving care.
You are the rock on which this nation was founded.
You alone are the true source of our cherished rights to life, liberty,
and the pursuit of happiness.
Reclaim this land for your glory and dwell among your people.
Send your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation’s leaders.
Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities
that accompany human freedom.
Remind your people that true happiness is rooted in seeking and doing your will.
Lead us into a new millennium of life.
We ask this through Christ Our Lord.
Amen.
