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In the Arms of the Good Shepherd
This time each year we celebrate the good news that Jesus is the Good Shepherd who leads us and brings us together in his care. We know his voice, which comes to us through the voice of the Church, and it leads us to him.
So as we gather in the arms of the Good Shepherd today, whether in person or on-line, we know he is with us to guide us, to feed us with his words and his very being, and to send us to be good shepherds to those around us.
Praying for More Good Shepherds
Around the world today, the Church is praying for Vocations, particularly that more men and women will follow the Good Shepherd's call to serve the Church in the religious life. Join Fr. Tim Monahan from the Archdiocese's Vocation Office for a Holy Hour today from 3-4pm live-streamed from St. Alphonsus Church in Chicago on their YouTube Channel. Hear Vocation Stories, and take some time to pray with those listening to the voice of the Good Shepherd's call.
The Food Drive is Today
If you're able to help support the effort, please bring in non-perishable food items, paper goods or even $25 Jewel Gift Cards. This month's collection will help stock the shelves at the Church of the Holy Spirit Food Pantry.
Our patron, Saint Hubert, had a heart for the hungry prisoners being deprived of food. He would sneak them bread at night as an act of mercy and compassion. It's a charism that is a mark of our own generous and compassionate parish.
Congratulations to the Newly Confirmed!
Over the course of two Saturdays, we were blessed to experience the coming of the Holy Spirit into the lives of over 80 teens here in our parish. It wasn't an easy year to prepare for Confirmation, so it just goes to show you how powerful the Holy Spirit is. Nothing keeps the Holy Spirit from keeping us connected and focused on our faith. Our Confirmandi are living witnesses to the Good News of the Gospel. Congratulations to the Newly Confirmed and their families!
Shepherd Me, O God
Jennifer Faye Silva and Ed Magistrado sing the well-known piece "Shepherd Me, O God" based on Psalm 23 during today's on-line liturgy. They are accompanied by parishioners Christopher Severin on piano and Denise Connolly on violin.
Contemplating Beauty
In today's second reading, John speaks of that moment when we will see God. We call it the beatific vision. As St. Thomas Aquinas says, "God is beauty itself." Through our CAFE@Home series, we are currently reflecting on the nature of beauty. See the entire playlist of videos, articles, books, activities, and prayer suggestions on the CAFE@Home webpage.
Comforting those Who Mourn
We are blessed here at Saint Hubert to have parishioners who minister to families who are mourning the loss of someone they love. Our Bereavement Ministers accompany families as they prepare for and experience the Funeral Mass.
The Vicariate Offices are offering a training session this June that can help anyone who feels called to this special ministry. If this has been something in your heart that you feel the Holy Spirit is urging you to experience, please contact either Marie Staffa or Lynn Howard in the parish office and they will be happy to answer your questions and help you know what's involved.
Something Fun: A View From Above
A parishioner shared this YouTube video featuring two men repairing the lightning rods on Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro. Hang on!
The Lord is Our Shepherd
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
In verdant pastures he gives me repose;
Beside restful waters he leads me;
He refreshes my soul.
He guides me in right paths
for his name sake.
Even though I walk in the dark valley
I fear no evil; for you are at my side
with your rod and your staff
that give me courage.
You spread the table before me
in the sight of my foes;
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Only goodness and kindness follow me
all the days of my life;
And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
for years to come.
May the peace of Christ be with you and the arms of the Good Shepherd hold you --Fr. Mike and the Parish Staff
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Saint Hubert Catholic Church
Building up the Body of Christ
with Welcoming Arms, Loving Hearts and Joyful Worship
We Can't Do It Without You!
Deacon Larry helps load the cars of parishioners from the Church of the Holy Spirit Food Pantry with the food we collected from last week's drive. Thank you to everyone who contributed--and keep contributing--month after month to help our neighbors in need!