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
Take Up Your Cross and Follow Me
08-30-2026 | We Celebrate Worship Resource, Vol. 51, No. 2Peter the obstacle. Just last week, he was Peter the rock, the one who received the keys to the kingdom. A couple weeks before that we heard of Peter the brave, daring to walk on water during a fierce storm. But today he objects when Jesus says he will be persecuted and killed by the authorities in Jerusalem. Peter is likely only saying what all the disciples feel. They expect their journey to Jerusalem to end with their Messiah anointed king — not executed. But Jesus did not come to fulfill human expectations or achieve worldly triumph. Peter's demand is an obstacle on the way to the cross that Jesus knows he must accept. So Jesus turns it around and tells the disciples that they too must deny their ambitions, carry their crosses, and be willing to give their lives for his sake. They must exchange their own wills for the Father's will, just as he had taught them to pray. This is what Jesus continues to call his disciples to do today. As Paul urges the Romans, "offer your bodies as a living sacrifice," as Jesus himself did, following God's will, doing what we wisely discern is good and pleasing to God (Romans 12:1).
What do you need to sacrifice in order to do what is good and pleasing to God?
Toma Tu Cruz y Sígueme
Pedro, el obstáculo. Apenas la semana pasada era Pedro, la roca, aquel que recibió las llaves del reino. Unas semanas antes habíamos oído hablar de Pedro, el valiente, que se atrevió a caminar sobre las aguas en medio de una fuerte tormenta. Pero hoy pone objeciones cuando Jesús dice que será perseguido y ejecutado por las autoridades de Jerusalén. Es probable que Pedro solo esté expresando lo que sienten todos los discípulos. Ellos esperan que su viaje a Jerusalén culmine con la unción de su Mesías como rey, no con su ejecución. Sin embargo, Jesús no vino para satisfacer expectativas humanas ni para alcanzar un triunfo terrenal. La exigencia de Pedro representa un obstáculo en el camino hacia la cruz, un camino que Jesús sabe que debe aceptar. Por eso, Jesús da un giro a la situación y dice a sus discípulos que ellos también deben renunciar a sus ambiciones, cargar con sus cruces y estar dispuestos a dar la vida por causa de él. Deben cambiar su propia voluntad por la voluntad del Padre, tal como él les había enseñado a orar. A esto sigue llamando Jesús a sus discípulos hoy en día. Tal como Pablo exhorta a los romanos: "ofrezcan sus cuerpos como sacrificio vivo", como hizo el propio Jesús al cumplir la voluntad de Dios, haciendo aquello que, con sabiduría, discernimos que es bueno y agradable a Dios (Romanos 12:1).
¿Qué necesitas sacrificar para hacer lo que es bueno y agradable a Dios?
READ MOREEvents
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.
Colombia Earthquake Relief Collection
We are taking up a special collection to support our brothers and sisters in Colombia following the recent earthquake.
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.
5th Annual Multicultural Celebration
Join us following the 7:30am Mass until 3:00pm as our parish family comes together to celebrate the 800th Jubilee of St. Francis of Assisi.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage
Take part in a faith-filled pilgrimage to Mexico featuring visits to sacred sites, spiritual enrichment, and Christian fellowship.




