St John Maron Church

St John Maron Church 300 South Flower Street Orange, CA 92868 The Sunday liturgy is offered at:
- 9:00 am
- 11:30 am

St.

John Maron Maronite Catholic Church welcomes all visitors who wish to share in our Faith.

09/06/2026

THE SIXTEENTH SUNDAY OF PENTECOST

09/06/2026

The day brought the heat, but so did our team❤️‍🔥🇱🇧

We’ve got one more full day at the fair, so come grab some shawarma after Mass!

YALLA YALLA

Here is your weekly roundup of all the things happening at SJM🤳Please note that the bulletin contains the details and cl...
09/06/2026

Here is your weekly roundup of all the things happening at SJM🤳

Please note that the bulletin contains the details and clickable links to sign up, RSVP, etc. so be sure to get registered to receive the weekly email!

SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION LUKE 18:9-14When you hear this Gospel you may be surprised to find that the Pharisee’s prayer l...
09/06/2026

SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION LUKE 18:9-14

When you hear this Gospel you may be surprised to find that the Pharisee’s prayer leads him into a trap - one of superiority.

This parable isn’t simply a lesson on humility, it’s a mirror held up to expose the pride buried in every human heart.

The Pharisee doesn’t necessarily mean to do wrong. He isn’t speaking falsely, but rather he’s missing the true nature of his blessing. His prayer of gratitude is pointed at himself when it should be directed to God.

Let’s talk about the tax collector because you may be surprised to see how different his prayer is. It was shorter. And he wasn’t coming to God with all the good he’s done. Instead, he goes to Him asking for mercy.

Now, we all know the tax collector is a sinner, no doubt. But he acknowledges his sinfulness and is deeply repentant. He does not judge or compare himself to anyone else and he relies completely on God to be merciful. And in doing so, his prayer is accepted.

How easy it can be for us to hear this story and point the finger at Pharisee. But we have to remember that this parable is a mirror and when we really examine our prayer life, we have to consider where our reliance really lies.

Our prayer must always be an expression of total dependence on God. We can do nothing without Him.

This parable ultimately reveals that it is not about self-righteousness and humility any more than it is about a pious Pharisee and a desperate tax collector. Rather, this parable is about God — God who alone can judge the human heart; God who determines to justify the ungodly.

The Sacrament of Confession is the living echo of the tax collector’s prayer. Every time a Catholic enters the confessional and says, “Bless me, Father, for I have sinned,” they are standing at a distance, beating their breast, refusing to lift their eyes in pride. That posture — total dependence on divine mercy — is the posture that goes home justified.

So today, as you reflect, pray that your dependence be entirely on the Good Father and that if you’re resistant to to Confession, that He may help you put your pride aside so that you’ll go.

Kicked off the street fair with an incredible crew of volunteers, support from parishioners, lots of smiles, and excitem...
09/05/2026

Kicked off the street fair with an incredible crew of volunteers, support from parishioners, lots of smiles, and excitement for the incredible weekend we’re about to have, raising money for the church!!!🇱🇧

09/05/2026

Here we go🇱🇧

Come see us at the International Street Fair of Orange!

We pushed pause on MYA Masses, but it’s time to press PLAY!We are so excited to get our young adults back together again...
09/03/2026

We pushed pause on MYA Masses, but it’s time to press PLAY!

We are so excited to get our young adults back together again and we’ve locked in dates for the remainder of the year, so please mark your calendars!!!

9/20
10/18
11/22 (FRIENDSGIVING EDITION)

In confession, Jesus will heal you; in Adoration, Jesus will hold you. -Fr Mike SchmitzTonight at SJM, we have the oppor...
09/03/2026

In confession, Jesus will heal you; in Adoration, Jesus will hold you.
-Fr Mike Schmitz

Tonight at SJM, we have the opportunity to be held. Please join us for a Holy Hour of Adoration at 5:30pm. Divine Liturgy will follow immediately after!

Sister Martha is back after spending some time in Lebanon and oh was she missed! It’s crazy to think there was a time th...
09/02/2026

Sister Martha is back after spending some time in Lebanon and oh was she missed! It’s crazy to think there was a time that she wasn’t a part of the parish.

Her presence has changed our church life in so many ways. She’s everywhere doing everything and always with the warmest smile and joy.

We are so grateful for her yes and pray that it inspires us all to show up the way she does🫶🏽

LABOR DAY WEEKENDThis upcoming weekend is the International Street Fair of Orange and Saint John Maron will have its Leb...
09/01/2026

LABOR DAY WEEKEND

This upcoming weekend is the International Street Fair of Orange and Saint John Maron will have its Lebanon booth there, serving up authentic shawarma and falafel!

Asking our parishioners, especially the young adults to sign up to volunteer. You can click the link below!

For the general public and those who are unable to volunteer, we encourage you to go check out this historic fair. It’s a really great way to enjoy the holiday weekend!

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/10C0444A4A628A5FAC52-64930694-ocstreet?useFullSite=false

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300 S Flower Street
Orange, CA
92868

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+17149400009

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