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
The Kingdom of Heaven Is at Hand
06-14-2026 | We Celebrate Worship Resource, Vol. 51, No. 2In today’s Gospel, Jesus immediately notes two things that the crowd around him lacks: laborers and a shepherd. He will provide for both. His disciples will be the laborers, and he himself will be their shepherd. Jesus sends the twelve apostles out to proclaim that the kingdom of heaven is at hand by curing the sick, raising the dead, cleansing lepers, and driving out demons. We are those laborers now. Right now, Jesus calls us to reveal the wonders of the kingdom by caring for the sick and dying, helping the poor and afflicted, finding the lost and accompanying the lonely. For the harvest is still abundant, overflowing with people in need of the Lord’s gentle comfort, compassion, and mercy. May those heartfelt qualities flow through us during the week ahead. Remember, without cost we have received both the gift of life from God and the gift of new life from Jesus—given to us on the cross. Now, without cost, we are to share those gifts with others.
How will you labor in the field this week to extend the Lord’s compassion and mercy, demonstrating that the kingdom of heaven is at hand?
El Reino de los Cielos está cerca
En el Evangelio de hoy, Jesús observa de inmediato dos cosas de las que carece la multitud que lo rodea: obreros y un pastor. Él proveerá ambas cosas. Sus discípulos serán los obreros, y Él mismo será su pastor. Jesús envía a los doce apóstoles a proclamar que el Reino de los Cielos está cerca, curando a los enfermos, resucitando a los muertos, purificando a los leprosos y expulsando demonios. Nosotros somos ahora esos obreros. En este preciso momento, Jesús nos llama a revelar las maravillas del Reino cuidando a los enfermos y moribundos, ayudando a los pobres y afligidos, buscando a los perdidos y acompañando a los solitarios. Pues la cosecha sigue siendo abundante, desbordante de personas necesitadas del tierno consuelo, la compasión y la misericordia del Señor. Que esas cualidades sinceras fluyan a través de nosotros durante la semana que comienza. Recuerden: gratuitamente hemos recibido tanto el don de la vida de parte de Dios como el don de la vida nueva de parte de Jesús —don que se nos entregó en la cruz—. Ahora, también gratuitamente, debemos compartir esos dones con los demás.
¿Cómo trabajarás en el campo esta semana para extender la compasión y la misericordia del Señor, demostrando que el reino de los cielos está cerca?
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Prayer Shawl
The shawls can be crocheted, sewn, woven or knitted. Any parishioner may request a prayer shawl for themselves or someone else.
Support SVdP Orlando's Sleep with Dignity Program
Help provide beds, pillows, and bedding to neighbors in need, ensuring every family has a safe, comfortable place to sleep.
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.
Healing the Pain of Abortion Retreats
Rachel’s Vineyard offers English and Spanish retreats for men and women who are experiencing emotional and spiritual pain related to abortion or traumatic pregnancy loss.
Catechist Training
The Secretariat for Laity, Family, and Life of the Diocese of Orlando is sponsoring a free workshop titled "Fostering Faith: An Introduction to Catechesis".
Father's Day Donut & Coffee
Join us for a special Father’s Day celebration with donuts and coffee.
This will take place after all morning Masses.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
An upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience will be held in St. Johns.
This weekend experience offers couples the opportunity to invest in and enrich their marriage over the summer.
Community Weddings
Any couple wishing to participate in the Community Wedding must begin the application process at the Office of Faith Formation with Ms. Mercedes Henry.