Our Lady of Perpetual Help

09/11/2026

Today, we pause in prayerful remembrance on the 25th anniversary of the attacks of September 11, when the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a quiet field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania became places of unimaginable loss. We honor the 2,977 men, women, and children who died that day, and we remember the many service members who gave their lives in the years that followed, serving in the conflicts born from that moment in history.
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We lift up in prayer the families who still carry the weight of grief.
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We pray for healing in our nation and for peace among all peoples.
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And in the spirit of Christ, we even pray for those who sought to harm us, asking God to transform hearts and bring an end to violence everywhere.
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May the LORD grant eternal rest to the departed, comfort to the sorrowful, and peace to our world.
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May we once again find the grace to come together as a nation, as we did in the days following 9/11—caring for our neighbors, lifting up those in need, and choosing compassion over division.
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May the LORD bless our country and guide us in the ways of peace and charity.
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God bless America.

09/10/2026

On August 5th, 2026, Pope Leo XIV reminded us of a precious truth: the Church is calling her children to deepen their life of prayer through the Liturgy of the Hours. After the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, this is the Church’s highest form of prayer — the daily rhythm of praise offered by Christ and His Body.

For many years, the Hours were thought of as the prayers of priests, deacons, and religious. But the Church teaches something far richer. The General Instruction of the Liturgy of the Hours, paragraph 32, tells us:

“Other religious communities and their individual members are to be encouraged… to celebrate some part of the Liturgy of the Hours which is the prayer of the Church… The same encouragement is to be given to the laity.”

In other words, the laity are lovingly encouraged to pray the Liturgy of the Hours. This is your prayer. This is the Church’s prayer. This is Christ’s prayer.

Each hour prayed is an act of hope.

Each hour continues the sacrifice of praise that flows from the Mass into the rest of the day.

Each hour sanctifies time and opens the heart to grace.

And soon, before Lent of 2027, the Second Edition of the Liturgy of the Hours will be available — a beautiful renewal of the Church’s daily prayer. But you don’t have to wait. Many free apps make it easy to pray right from your phone or tablet.

Consider taking up this ancient and life‑giving prayer with our LORD. Walk in the footsteps of Jesus and the Apostles, who also prayed the Psalms (Acts 3:1). Let the Word of God shape your mornings, steady your afternoons, and bring peace to your evenings.

May the Liturgy of the Hours become a gentle companion on your journey — a daily meeting with the God who loves you.

If you need assistance or guidance, please consult with Fr Orlando, Deacon Stephen, or Deacon Dave. They will be happy to assist you.

And remember, we have a group that meets on Sunday Mornings at 8am in the Rectory that prayers Matins and Lauds (Office of Readings and Morning Prayer).

Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics to embrace the Liturgy of the Hours as a source of spiritual nourishment, saying the church's public prayer is an antidote to a ...

09/10/2026

Let us join Pope Leo in prayer for a just and sustainable management of water, a vital resource, so that everyone may have equal access to it.
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Unámonos al Papa León en oración por una gestión justa y sostenible del agua —un recurso vital—, para que todos puedan tener un acceso equitativo a ella.
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09/09/2026

St. Peter Claver (1580–1654) is one of the Church’s greatest witnesses to mercy. Serving in Cartagena, Colombia, he met every slave ship that arrived, bringing food, medicine, and compassion to those suffering in horrific conditions. He baptized an estimated 300,000 people, calling himself the “slave of the Africans forever.”
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His life reminds us that true evangelization begins with love in action.
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St. Peter Claver, pray for us.
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San Pedro Claver (1580–1654) es uno de los más grandes testigos de la misericordia en la Iglesia. Sirviendo en Cartagena, Colombia, recibía cada barco de esclavos que llegaba, llevando comida, medicina y compasión a quienes sufrían en condiciones terribles. Bautizó a unas 300,000 personas, llamándose a sí mismo el “esclavo de los africanos para siempre.”
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Su vida nos recuerda que la verdadera evangelización comienza con el amor hecho acción.
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San Pedro Claver, ruega por nosotros.

09/08/2026

We rejoice in the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
honoring her as the mother of Jesus and celebrating the gift of his humanity.
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Nos regocijamos en la Natividad de la Santísima Virgen María,honrándola como madre de Jesús y celebrando el don de su humanidad.
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09/07/2026

1 Minute Apologetics - Episode 4 The Light That Never Goes Out

Have you ever wondered about the Sanctuary Lamp—its purpose, its history, and why it burns beside the tabernacle?

This small red light is one of the beautiful traditions we have inherited from our elder brothers and sisters in the Jewish faith.

Long before the time of Jesus, God commanded Moses to keep a perpetual flame burning in the Tent of Meeting, the Tabernacle:

“You shall command the Israelites to bring you clear oil of crushed olives, to be used for the light, so that you may keep lamps burning always.” — Exodus 27:20

And again:
“Order the Israelites to bring you clear oil of crushed olives for the light, so that you may keep the lamp burning regularly.”
— Leviticus 24:2

This eternal flame—the Ner Tamid—was a sign of God’s abiding presence among His people.

In the Catholic Church, the Sanctuary Lamp continues this ancient tradition. Its steady glow tells us that Christ, the Word made flesh, is truly present in the Eucharist reserved in the Tabernacle. Just as the Ner Tamid burned before the Ark that held the Torah, our lamp burns before the dwelling place of the Living God.

It is a quiet flame, but a powerful reminder:

The Lord is here. He remains with His people. His presence endures.

09/07/2026

Join us at OLPH this September for ministry opportunities and start of fall events.
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Acompáñanos en OLPH este mes de septiembre para conocer oportunidades de ministerio y el inicio de las actividades de otoño.
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09/06/2026

Matthew 18:15–20 reminds us that real love seeks reconciliation, not revenge. Instead of talking about someone, Jesus calls us to speak to them—with gentleness, honesty and a desire for healing.
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Mateo 18:15–20 nos recuerda que el amor verdadero busca la reconciliación, no la venganza. En lugar de hablar de alguien, Jesús nos llama a hablar con esa persona con mansedumbre, honestidad y deseo de sanación.
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09/05/2026

A small act of kindness can make all the difference in sharing the love of Christ to the world.
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Un pequeño acto de bondad puede marcar toda la diferencia a la hora de compartir el amor de Cristo con el mundo.
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09/04/2026

Good morning, Parishioners!
We’re aware of the mysterious leak on Pine Street near the water meter by the Religious Education building. Don’t worry — it’s not a new outdoor baptismal font or a surprise sprinkler system.

Thank you to everyone who’s already called in; the parish office is on it and armed with towels, prayers, and possibly a plumber on retainer.