During the Easter Season, we reflect on the many Resurrection appearances of our Lord, look forward to his Ascension and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, and remember the adventures of the apostles as they reproduced the life of Christ in building up His body, the Church.

Last weekend, members of our parish conducted a Good Life retreat for St. Timothy’s parish in Escondido. Through preaching, prayer, conversation, and hospitality, the attendees experienced the Spirit of the Risen Lord. We’ll be having another Good Life retreat at OLMC in October.

This weekend, we will be collecting men’s clothing for the homeless, which our Confirmation candidates will sort and send. Details here. Also this weekend, we will hear again about the Oaxaca Education fund, and you’ll be invited to enroll mothers you love, living and deceased, in the Mother’s Day Novena of Masses, with proceeds going to help the youth of Oaxaca.

The Church of Christ is built as we cooperate with his grace by faith and charity. But having physical buildings helps. Here is a time lapsed video of the first part of construction of our new Discipleship Center. As typical with any large construction projects, unanticipated problems and expenses arise. Your prayer and donations are greatly appreciated.

Christ is risen….He is risen, indeed!