Ai không vác thập giá, thì không xứng với Thầy. Ai đón tiếp anh em là đón tiếp Thầy.

If you ask people what they want, they'll often say that they want a new car, a better job, a bigger house, or some other possession. But if you probe a little deeper, you'll find that they don't really want possessions. Rather, they desire a sense of fulfillment, a feeling of being loved and cherished.

Điều Thầy nói với anh em lúc đêm hôm, thì hãy nói ra giữa ban ngày; và điều anh em nghe rỉ tai, thì hãy lên mái nhà rao giảng.

Jesus was very clear about the cost of discipleship. It might entail family division, persecution, and even death. He didn't mince words when he talked about the hardships his followers would face. And yet, at the same time he says, "Do not be afraid." Isn't this a bit of a contradiction? Does it seem odd that Jesus warns us about future difficulties but then tells us not to worry?

Thịt Tôi thật là của ăn, và máu Tôi thật là của uống.

When we receive Holy Communion, we hear the words, “This is my Body” and “This is my Blood,” to which we dutifully answer, “Amen.” But have you ever considered exactly what those words mean?

This week's readings highlight two of the key actions of God: first his love, and second, his giving. Through this we learn that love is an action, not a feeling, and that love is expressed in giving.

We'd like to take some time to thank Ador and Marisol Camiling with Santa Theresa Dental Center for sponsoring our Wine & Cheese Event on May 6, 2017. The Camilings have continuously shown their support for Youth Ministry by volunteering and attending our various events. Thank you for sponsoring and attending our Wine & Cheese event! We couldn't have done this without you!

Rồi họ thấy xuất hiện những hình lưỡi giống như lưỡi lửa tản ra đậu xuống từng người một. Và ai nấy đều được tràn đầy ơn Thánh Thần, họ bắt đầu nói các thứ tiếng khác, tuỳ theo khả năng Thánh Thần ban cho.

This week we celebrate Pentecost, the feast of the Church’s birth. With a roaring of the heavens and in tongues of fire, the Holy Spirit comes and enlightens the Apostles. Peter begins to preach with boldness and authority what Christ’s life and Death truly means. From that moment, the great mission of the Church begins.