The readings for this coming Sunday remind us to not be afraid and remain vigilant. “By your perseverance, you will secure your lives.” – Luke 21:19 Where am I being called to place my faith and trust more in God? Student Continue reading →

This Sunday is the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome. Even though church buildings are important in their own way, St. Paul sheds light on the dignity of the human person when refers to the temple Continue reading →

This week, we take time to remember, honor and pray for our deceased loved ones. The Feast of All Saints in on Saturday, November 1 and the Feast of All Souls, Sunday, November 2. “The souls of the just are Continue reading →

Welcome back from a week of respite! In the readings for this Sunday, we hear how God hears the cry of the poor. “The prayer of the lowly pierces the clouds; it does not rest till it reaches its goal, Continue reading →

“Return, my soul, to your rest; the Lord has been very good to you” – Psalms 116:7 Have a restful Fall break and reading week. Find time for silence, time in nature, quality time with a friend or anything that might Continue reading →

Two weeks ago, our new student leaders, were given a blessing at our FST liturgy. They are Joan Choi and Daniel Kaatz (receiving the blessing on zoom) from the MTS-FT (Online) and John Murcko and Nick Straub from our in-person Continue reading →

The “Transitus of St. Francis” commemorates the passing of St. Francis of Assisi from this life to eternal life with God. Celebrated on the evening of October 3rd, the vigil of his feast day, it is a solemn not mournful observance, Continue reading →

For the twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary time, we will hear Jesus’ story about the poor man named Lazarus and the rich man (Luke 16:19-31). This Gospel passage coincides with National Migration Week – September 22-28, 2025 culminating with the World Day of Continue reading →

This Wednesday is the important Franciscan feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis. St. Bonaventure in his Major Legend, gives some context: “In all things he wished without hesitation to be conformed to Christ crucified, who hung on the cross poor, suffering, Continue reading →

Welcome Back! “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” – Matthew 18:20 As we embark on another school year, may we always find joy and comfort in these words from Continue reading →