DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

Divine Mercy Sunday is celebrated on the Second Sunday of Easter when, in the light of Christ’s resurrection, we are reminded of His great mercy for us and our call to be merciful to one another. On this Sunday we are reminded to ask God for His mercy, be merciful to others, and strive to completely trust in His Son, who is Divine Mercy Incarnate. The message of mercy is that God loves us – all of us, no matter how great our sins. He wants us to recognize that His mercy is greater than our sins, so that we will call upon Him with trust, receive his mercy, and let it flow through us to others. It is a message we can call to mind simply by remembering A–B–C.
A – Always for His Mercy. God wants us to approach Him in prayer constantly, asking forgiveness for our sins and asking him to pour out His mercy upon us and the whole world.
B – Be Merciful to Others. God wants us to receive His mercy and then extend His love and forgiveness to other, just as He does.
C – Completely Trust in Jesus. The graces of God’s mercy are dependent on our trust in Him. The more we trust in Jesus, the more we will receive. Pray for mercy and extend mercy to others. Begin each day saying: “Jesus, I trust You!”
     In our neighborhood, Divine Mercy devotions will take place this Sunday at Ss. Robert and William Parish, with confessions 12-2pm and devotions 2-3pm.

LAST WEEK TO ORDER YOUR PLANTS

Next Sunday, April 15^th is the LAST DAY to order and pay for your spring flowers. As the deadline approaches, consider making purchases for your planting needs through the parish this year. The plants are high quality and your purchases support the parish. Order forms and descriptive fliers are available at the entrances to the Church. Return your order in the collection basket, drop it off at the rectory or mail it back. Support your parish and beautify your yard. It’s a win – win.

GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

This year the 50^th Wedding Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, July 29^th at 2:30pm at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Those who were married in 1968 and would like to participate at this Mass are asked to contact Father Bacevice for a registration form.

COFFEE SOCIAL

This weekend everyone is invited to participate in a family-style Coffee Social after the 10:00 Mass. Bring of plate of honey cake/cookies to the lower hall and come share the Easter season spirit (and your goodies) with your fellow parishioners.