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We must rediscover … the beauty of marriage lived according to God’s plan, and we must work so that the value of this institution, which is fundamental and indispensable for human society, is reaffirmed in consciences, in culture and in the law itself.” St. John Paul II (1998)

The Church teaches that decisions about having and spacing children in marriage, are meant to flow from spousal love understood as self-gift—a love that is unitive (true communion between husband and wife) and fruitful (openness and responsible service to new life), rather than from selfishness or from treating children as a burden or from relying on “techniques” instead of love.

To learn about NFP and Church teaching that supports its use in marriage, visit: www.usccb.org/nfp

And resources at: https://www.usccb.org/committees/laity-marriage-family-life-and-youth/2026-nfp-week-social-media-graphics-0

God of justice, Father of truth, who guide creation in wisdom and goodness to fulfillment in Christ your Son, open our hearts to the truth of his Gospel, that your peace may rule in our hearts and your justice guide our lives. - Collect Prayer from the Mass for Independence Day

Good afternoon, St. Mary's Family and Friends.

Everyone is invited this Sunday for great food and great fellowship as we wish Fr. Conor well in his new parish assignment.

We hope to see you there!

Magnifica Humanitas
AI, Catholic Social Teaching, and Pope Leo’s New Encyclical

Magnifica Humanitas: AI, Catholic Social Teaching, and Pope Leo’s New Encyclical Welcome to the Public Dialogue on “Magnifica Humanitas: AI, Catholic Social Teaching, and Pope Leo’s New Encyclical.” The livestream will begin at 3:00 pm ED...

This year’s ordinands are
For the priesthood—
Deacon Pedro López
Deacon Federico Mariano
Deacon David Narváez
Deacon Brendan Parlett
Deacon Jessiah Rojas

“The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” Mt 9:37–38

“Every vocation, every path to which Christ calls us, ultimately leads to fulfillment and happiness, because it leads to God, to sharing in God’s own life.”—Saint John Paul II See less

A mother's love is the heart of every home.
Happy Mother's Day from FCJC-CMD Moms!

FCJC-CMD Mother's Day Tribute

FCJC-CMD MAY '26 Area Gathering

FCJC-CMD MAY '26 WIPB