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Let us pray, therefore, for open hearts and minds to the teaching of Jesus. May our own love, devotion and reverence for the Blessed Sacrament inspire others to seek this important truth of our faith.

This coming Wednesday, August 15th, we will have the opportunity to celebrate the patroness of our parish---Our Lady of the Assumption.

To this end, Jesus reminds his followers that the bread which Moses gave to them was temporary. It only satisfied them temporarily. In contrast, he desires to feed them with the true Bread from Heaven. Eating this Bread means they will never hunger again. The Jews are excited about this possibility and say to him, “Sir, give us this bread always.”

There is a challenge for us in this gospel passage. No, we cannot miraculously multiply loaves and fish to feed the hungry, but we can reach out with compassion nonetheless. Each time we are generous with others, we extend the miracle of Jesus. Each time we set aside selfishness and reflect generosity, we extend the mir- acle of Jesus. In that sense, all of us are called to multiply loaves and fishes.

At times like this Jesus says, “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.”  He is the only one that gives us true rest. He is the one who lightens our burdens. We simply need to go to him and be with him in order to find true rest and peace.

“Take nothing with you for the journey”  is an important command in this Sunday’s gospel. The Lord sends his disciples out two by two to preach the Good News but he tells them to take nothing along with them. They Lord wanted them to be focused on their ministry and not distracted by possessions which would compete for their attention.

The Rummage sale will be Friday the 24th and Saturday the 25th of August. If you have any questions please contact either Joni Thomason at 782-3269 or Pam Nicklas at 763-4327.

Jesus’ familiarity presented a roadblock which limited their ability to accept him as someone special and, in fact, the Messiah.

Starting July 2nd, our parish office hours will change. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 8am to 1pm and from 2pm to 4pm with new lunch hours from 1 pm to 2 pm. This change is to serve those who need lunchtime assistance.

It takes a certain amount of humility to set aside our own plans for healing and turn to the Lord.

This weekend we celebrate one of the saints with one of the highest ranks after the Blessed Virgin Mary. That saint is John the Baptist. He is the one that the gospel talks about that will help people to prepare the way of the Lord. 

This weekend we have the opportunity to observe a wonderful celebration we know as “Father’s Day.” In fact, this year is the 100th anniversary of Father’s Day.

Shortly after the arrival of our new priest, Rev. Miquel Gonzales, in August 2016 the individual parish councils and building committees were asked to present their individual plans for building a new church in Cashmere and remodeling and/or building an addition to the present church in Leavenworth.

When we make Mass a priority, we are telling the world that even though family is important, God has an even greater priority in our lives.

“Whoever eats my body and drinks my blood will have eternal life” says the Lord.

This weekend we celebrate one of the most complex and greatest mysteries of our faith. The Solemnity of the Holy Trinity invites us to reflect on three persons in one God---Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The Father is God. The Son is God. The Spirit is God. These three divine persons are united as one God in a communion of love.

On this day, Sunday, April 22nd, the Church observes World Day of Prayer for vocations. Today is also known as "Good Shepherd Sunday" because of the gospel we hear at Mass from Saint John. In this passage, our Lord proclaims, "I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I will lay down my life for the sheep."

The final command of Jesus before his ascension into heaven was this: “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature.” 

Pope Paul VI reminds that the Catholic Church has set aside the month of May to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary. We have a great variety of devotions and prac- tices by which Catholics have honored Mary throughout the ages.

Today is also known as "Good Shepherd Sunday" because of the gospel we hear at Mass from Saint John. In this passage, our Lord proclaims, "I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I will lay down my life for the sheep."