St. Martin de Porres Parish

06/03/2026

Virtues, EXPLAINED!
We see perfect obedience shown by Christ amidst his agony in the garden. His human will dreads what will come, but his divine will, which is never at odds with his human will, submits to the Truth: “Yet, not as I will, but as you will.” (Matthew 26:39)

06/02/2026

QUESTION of the WEEK — Jesus speaks of God’s love and commitment to both people and planet. What do you imagine a “saved” world will look like?

06/01/2026

INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK —
Salvation is a gift God dearly wishes us to accept. It is not a yardstick against which He measures our worth. He has made it so simple. So, will we accept?

05/29/2026

This Sunday, we celebrate the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity.

Trinity Prayer —

O Divine Mystery, O Sacred Trinity!

Surround us with Your wisdom, love, power, and grace.

Draw us to Yourself. Help us to rest in Your goodness.

Amen.

See you at Mass!

05/28/2026

Virtues, EXPLAINED!
“Piety denotes the reverence which we give to our faith and to our country,” writes St. Thomas Aquinas. “And since God is the Father of all, the worship of God is also called piety.”

05/27/2026

QUESTION OF THE WEEK — This past weekend in the Gospel reading, the resurrected Jesus sends the disciples forth equipped with the power of the Holy Spirit to forgive or retain sins. Does forgiving others come easily to you?

05/26/2026

Pentecost Prayer —

Come Holy Spirit,

Descend upon us and fill us with the fire of Your love!

Remind us of Your dreams for us,

ignite us with new zeal,

place new visions on our hearts,

and the grace to work alongside You.
Amen.

05/25/2026

Today, we observe two meaningful occasions: Memorial Day and the memorial of Blessed Mary, Mother of the Church. As we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country, we also turn to Mary, Mother of the Church, asking her to pray for us and for all who have sacrificed for our freedom.

05/23/2026

05/22/2026

This weekend, we celebrate Pentecost, often called the birthday of the Church. Jesus refers to the Holy Spirit as the “Advocate.” The Latin word for lawyer is “advocatus.” Like a lawyer, the Holy Spirit defends and guides us. So, when you’re in trouble, don’t forget — ask for your lawyer, and do what he tells you.
See you at Mass!