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
Proclaim from the Housetops
06-21-2026 | We Celebrate Worship Resource, Vol. 51, No. 2Last Sunday, we heard Jesus send the Twelve out to proclaim the kingdom of heaven. He realizes some people will be offended and may even threaten to harm them. So, as we hear today, he reassures his disciples, telling them that the Father is watching over every hair on their heads as much as even the tiniest sparrow. Note that Jesus does not claim that the Father will prevent sparrows from falling to the ground or their hair from thinning! No, but the Father’s care is so great that we need not fear suffering or death. Jeremiah realizes this and it enables him to continue prophesying despite threats and persecution, even from those who had been his friends. Paul proclaims that the Father’s gift of the Son—who overcame death—overflows into the whole world. This fortifies him as he preaches the gospel even when facing arrest, imprisonment, and eventually death. Indeed, as Jesus’ disciples now, we need not be afraid, even of death, because Jesus, who remains with us always, is the Resurrection and the Life.
When have you been afraid to speak up or act upon your faith? What can help you overcome that fear?
Proclama desde las Azoteas
El domingo pasado escuchamos a Jesús enviar a los Doce a proclamar el reino de los cielos. Él es consciente de que algunas personas se sentirán ofendidas e incluso podrían amenazar con hacerles daño. Por eso, como escuchamos hoy, Él tranquiliza a sus discípulos diciéndoles que el Padre cuida de cada cabello de sus cabezas tanto como del más pequeño de los gorriones. ¡Nótese que Jesús no afirma que el Padre impedirá que los gorriones caigan a tierra o que el cabello se debilite! No; más bien, el cuidado del Padre es tan grande que no necesitamos temer al sufrimiento ni a la muerte. Jeremías comprende esto, y ello le permite seguir profetizando a pesar de las amenazas y la persecución, incluso por parte de quienes habían sido sus amigos. Pablo proclama que el don del Padre—el Hijo, que venció a la muerte—se desborda sobre el mundo entero. Esto le fortalece al predicar el Evangelio, aun cuando se enfrenta a la detención, el encarcelamiento y, finalmente, la muerte. En efecto, como discípulos de Jesús hoy en día, no debemos tener miedo, ni siquiera a la muerte, porque Jesús—que permanece siempre con nosotros—es la Resurrección y la Vida.
¿Cuándo has sentido miedo de expresar tu fe o de actuar conforme a ella? ¿Qué puede ayudarte a superar ese miedo?
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Pilgrimage
Take part in a faith-filled pilgrimage to Mexico featuring visits to sacred sites, spiritual enrichment, and Christian fellowship.
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.




