St. Francis of Assisi American National Catholic Church

06/14/2026

Hello everyone and peace!

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus entrusts his mission to the Twelve and sends them out to proclaim the Kingdom of Heaven. The signs of God’s kingdom are made visible through acts of healing, compassion, and liberation—the same works Jesus himself had been performing. The disciples are now called to continue this ministry, marking an important transition from Jesus’ public ministry to the mission of the community of believers.

Matthew highlights the significance of the Twelve by listing each of them by name. Their number recalls the twelve tribes of Israel, emphasizing the continuity between God’s covenant with Israel and the mission of the Church. Matthew also refers to them as “apostles,” a word that means “those who are sent,” underscoring their role as messengers of the Good News.

This Sunday’s Gospel reminds us that the mission Jesus gave to the apostles did not end with them. The Church continues Christ’s presence in the world, carrying forward his work of proclaiming God’s love and bringing hope to those in need. As members of the Church, each of us is called to share in this mission through our words, actions, and witness to the Gospel.

06/14/2026

Please join us for 11:00 A.M. Mass for the Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time.

06/14/2026

Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Father, you sent the Holy Spirit to enlighten the hearts of men; hear us as we pray: Enlighten your people, Lord.
Blessed are you, O God, our light, — you have given us a new day resplendent with your glory. Enlighten your people, Lord.
You enlightened the world through the resurrection of your Son,— through your Church shed this light on all men. Enlighten your people, Lord.
You gave the disciples of your only-begotten Son the Spirit’s gift of understanding, — through the same Spirit keep the Church faithful to you. Enlighten your people, Lord.
Light of nations, remember those who remain in darkness,— open their eyes and let them recognize you, the only true God. Enlighten your people, Lord.
Let us pray,
O God, strength of those who hope in you, graciously hear our pleas, and, since without you mortal frailty can do nothing, grant us always the help of your grace, that in following your commands we may please you by our resolve and our deeds. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.— Amen.

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06/13/2026

We offer Mass today for the eternal repose of the soul of Rafael Lanuza and the consolation of his family and for the health and well-being of all the sick in our parish.

06/13/2026

As we bid farewell to Fr. Seamus Campbell as he begins his retirement and relocates to California, the American National Catholic Church, represented by the community of St. Francis of Assisi, proudly presents this plaque of appreciation in gratitude for his many years of faithful service to God and God’s people.

We thank Fr. Seamus for his dedication, pastoral care, and commitment to the Gospel, and we pray that God will bless him abundantly in this new chapter of life. May his retirement be filled with peace, joy, good health, and many blessings.

06/13/2026

Please join us for 12:00 P.M. Mass for The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

06/13/2026

The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Let us glorify our Savior, who chose the Virgin Mary for his mother. Let us ask him: May your mother intercede for us, Lord.
Sun of Justice, the immaculate Virgin was the white dawn announcing your rising, — grant that we may always live in the light of your coming. May your mother intercede for us, Lord.
Eternal Word, you chose Mary as the uncorrupted ark of your dwelling place, — free us from the corruption of sin. May your mother intercede for us, Lord.
Savior of mankind, your mother stood at the foot of your cross, — grant, through her intercession, that we may rejoice to share in your passion. May your mother intercede for us, Lord.
With ultimate generosity and love, you gave Mary as a mother to your beloved disciple, — help us to live as worthy sons of so noble a mother. May your mother intercede for us, Lord.
Let us pray,
O God, who prepared a fit dwelling place for the Holy Spirit in the Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary, graciously grant that through her intercession we may be a worthy temple of your glory. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.— Amen.

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06/12/2026

Please join us for 12:00 P.M. Mass for the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer You my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day for all the intentions of Your Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world.

06/12/2026

Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Brethren, let us pray to the Lord Jesus, who is meek and humble of heart. Let us ask him: Most loving Lord, have mercy on us.
Jesus, the fullness of divinity dwells in you, — give us a share in your divine life. Most loving Lord, have mercy on us.
Jesus, in you are all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge,— make known to us through your Church the manifold wisdom of God. Most loving Lord, have mercy on us.
Jesus, the Father was well pleased in you, — help us to hear your word and keep it. Most loving Lord, have mercy on us.
Jesus, of your fullness we have all received, — pour out upon us in abundance the Father’s favor and truth. Most loving Lord, have mercy on us.
Jesus, you are the source of life and holiness, — make us holy and blameless in love. Most loving Lord, have mercy on us.
Let us pray,
Grant, we pray, almighty God, that we, who glory in the Heart of your beloved Son and recall the wonders of his love for us, may be made worthy to receive an overflowing measure of grace from that fount of heavenly gifts. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.— Amen.

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06/11/2026

Memorial of Saint Barnabas, Apostle.
Let us sing a fitting song of praise to our Savior, who destroyed the power of death and made clear the path to life and immortality through the Gospel, and let us petition him in humble supplication: Strengthen your Church in faith and love.
You gave wonderful guidance to your Church through her holy and distinguished teachers, — may Christians rejoice always in the splendid legacy given to your Church. Strengthen your Church in faith and love.
When their holy pastors prayed to you, as Moses had done, you forgave the sins of the people, — through the intercession of these holy pastors continue to sanctify and purify your Church. Strengthen your Church in faith and love.
You anointed your holy ones in the midst of their brothers and called the Holy Spirit down upon them, — fill all the leaders of your people with the Holy Spirit. Strengthen your Church in faith and love.
You yourself are the sole possession of your holy pastors,— grant that those you have redeemed with your blood may remain always in you. Strengthen your Church in faith and love.
Let us pray,
O God, who decreed that Saint Barnabas, a man filled with faith and the Holy Spirit, should be set apart to convert the nations, grant that the Gospel of Christ, which he strenuously preached, may be faithfully proclaimed by word and by deed. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. — Amen.

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