LECTIO
DIVINA
Lectio divina is a method of prayer from the monastic tradition of Christianity. It is translated as “holy reading,” “divine reading”, “meditative reading,” or “spiritual reading.”
IGNATIAN GOSPEL CONTEMPLATION
Ignatian contemplation is a very active way of praying that engages the mind and heart and stirs up thoughts and emotions and is suited especially for the Gospels.
Weekly Reflection
Who Do You Say That I Am?
08-23-2026 | We Celebrate Worship Resource, Vol. 51, No. 2"Who do you say that I am?" Jesus asks his disciples in today's Gospel (Matthew 16:15). Many of them had responded when Jesus asked them who others say he is, but when they have to answer for themselves, only Peter speaks up. "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God," he replies at once (16:16). This is the answer Jesus was looking for, as he proceeds to award Peter the keys to the kingdom. But before this he tells him something noteworthy about his answer: "For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father" (16:17). Remember, by this time Peter had seen Jesus drive out demons, heal the sick, feed the multitudes, and walk on water. But this is not enough. Only by God's grace is Peter able to recognize Jesus as Messiah and Son of God. Faith is a gift. We are now the disciples Jesus asks. We have heard of his holy birth, his miracles, and his rising from the dead. We have encountered him in prayer and reflection, in times of trouble, and in unexpected places. We receive his flesh and blood in the Eucharist. But it is only by experiencing all this in the context of our faith that we truly recognize Jesus.
How does your faith reveal Jesus to you?
¿Quién dices que soy yo?
"¿Quién dices que soy yo?", pregunta Jesús a sus discípulos en el Evangelio de hoy (Mateo 16:15). Muchos de ellos habían respondido cuando Jesús les preguntó quién decía la gente que era él, pero, al tener que responder por sí mismos, solo Pedro toma la palabra. "Tú eres el Cristo, el Hijo de Dios viviente", responde de inmediato (16:16). Esta es la respuesta que Jesús buscaba, y por ello procede a entregar a Pedro las llaves del Reino. Pero antes le dice algo notable sobre esa respuesta: "Porque no te lo reveló carne ni sangre, sino mi Padre que está en los cielos" (16:17). Recordemos que, para entonces, Pedro ya había visto a Jesús expulsar demonios, curar enfermos, alimentar a las multitudes y caminar sobre las aguas. Pero eso no basta. Solo por la gracia de Dios es capaz Pedro de reconocer a Jesús como Mesías e Hijo de Dios. La fe es un don. Ahora somos nosotros los discípulos a quienes Jesús pregunta. Hemos oído hablar de su santo nacimiento, de sus milagros y de su resurrección de entre los muertos. Nos hemos encontrado con él en la oración y la reflexión, en los momentos de dificultad y en lugares inesperados. Recibimos su carne y su sangre en la Eucaristía. Pero solo al vivir todo esto en el contexto de nuestra fe reconocemos verdaderamente a Jesús.
¿Cómo te revela tu fe a Jesús?
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Calling All Singers
The St. Francis Choirs are welcoming new members ages 18 and older, and men are especially encouraged to participate.
Prayer Shawl
The shawls can be crocheted, sewn, woven or knitted. Any parishioner may request a prayer shawl for themselves or someone else.
Support St. Vincent de Paul Orlando
Help make a difference by donating gently used items to St. Vincent de Paul Orlando’s Thrift Stores.
Night of Bunco Fun!
The St. Francis of Assisi Council of Catholic Women invites everyone to an evening of fun, fellowship, and food at the Parish Center.
Knights of Columbus Vocations Dinner
Join us for a delicious Vocations Dinner hosted by the Knights of Columbus to support a wonderful cause.
Youth and Young Adult Adoration
Join us for an evening to learn, adore, and grow in faith every third Wednesday of the month at San Pedro Spiritual Development Center, 95 Bishop Grady Lane, Winter Park, FL.
Retrouvaille: A Lifeline for Married Couples
Is your marriage struggling? If your relationship has become troubled, distant, or stressful, or if you are separated, divorced, or considering it, Retrouvaille offers hope and healing.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage
Take part in a faith-filled pilgrimage to Mexico featuring visits to sacred sites, spiritual enrichment, and Christian fellowship.




