St. Anthony of Padua Parish

09/12/2026

Today is the Feast of the Most Holy Name of Mary. On this day, we honor the history behind the feast, as well as the truth that Mary’s name holds weight and meaning as the mother of God.
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In honor of this feast, say a rosary or ask for Mary’s intercession. Take a moment in prayer to honor her role in salvation history.

09/11/2026

On September 11, 2001, Fr. Mychal Judge was the first victim of the attack on New York’s Twin Towers.
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He was the senior chaplain of the New York City Fire Department. He ministered daily to the local firefighters as well as alcoholics, addicts, and the homeless.
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On September 11, he was pacing the lobby of the first tower while praying the rosary. As he was giving last rites to a fallen firefighter, the second tower collapsed and he was hit by falling debris.
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Amidst the dust and rubble, Fr. Mychal was discovered unconscious with no pulse. He was named Victim 001, the first official casualty of September 11.
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While Fr. Mychal was just one of the many casualties, his story remains a testament to the many lives of the faithful we lost that day.
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We pray for all those souls who lost their lives and their families who continue to grieve their passing. May eternal rest be grant unto them, O Lord.

09/10/2026

We join our prayers with those of the Holy Father in praying for his monthly intention...

09/10/2026

We have 2 events coming up. Check them out & join us!!

09/09/2026

St. Vincent de Paul is having a Fall Adult Faith study. Check it out!!!

Wednesday Class - 6:30PM beginning October 14th OR Thursday Class - 9:30AM beginning October 15th Where: St. Vincent de Paul Church Social Hall Cost: No Cost but can donate towards hospitality ABOUT : Explore the compelling stories of King David and understand his foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, the....

09/08/2026

Today is the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. On this day, we honor the birth of Mary and her special role in salvation history.
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Mary is closely linked with Christ because of her role as the “Theotokos” or “God-bearer.” Through her, God’s grace entered the world in the person of Jesus.
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Take some time today to ask for Mary’s intercession or pray a rosary in honor of this feast.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day to all those who celebrate.
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May you find rest from your work today and thank God for the gifts of work and rest.

09/05/2026

Today is the feast day of St. Teresa of Calcutta, also known as Mother Teresa.
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Teresa was born in 1910 and at that age of 18, left home to join the Sisters of Loreto in Ireland. She took the name Teresa after St. Therese of Lisieux and professed her final vows in 1937.
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In 1946, she found her “call within a call.” She experienced visions and an interior call to “radiate Jesus’ love on souls” and “be His light” revealing to her his pain for the neglected poor. His love for them became her own.
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Her legacy started with the establishment the Missionaries of Charity and the beginnings of her work in Calcutta. She worked with many other religious groups, formed various organizations, and influenced movements. She gained worldwide recognition for her work and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.
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Mother Teresa died September 5 and was canonized by Pope Franics in 2016. She is the patron of World Youth Day, Missionaries of Charity and a co-patron of the Archdiocese of Calcutta.
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St. Teresa of Calcutta, pray for us!

09/04/2026

St. Teresa of Calcutta reminds us that holiness often looks like something small: noticing someone who feels left out, sitting with someone who needs a friend, helping without being asked, choosing kindness when it’s easier not to.
You may not be able to fix every problem around you, but you can love the person right in front of you.
Your St. Teresa challenge: Do ONE small thing today with great love.
Who needs that love from you?

09/03/2026

Today is the feast of St. Gregory the Great.
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St. Gregory the Great is a Doctor of the Church and he was a pope during the Middle Ages.
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Originally a Roman prefect, Gregory resigned from his position to become a monk. He was later elected pope.
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During this time, famine plagued Europe and he sought to relieve the impoverished by providing them with food from the agriculture of the Church’s various farmlands. Gregory also arranged for priests to daily attend to the poor in the city.
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He also had a missionary heart and sent monks to bring the gospel to England to convert the Anglo-Saxons.
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Gregory died in 604 and was titled “the Great” for his servant’s heart. He is the patron of musicians, singers, students, and teachers.
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St. Gregory the Great, pray for us!