Dear Bothers & Sisters,
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus challenges the way we think about hospitality. We have grown accustomed to a kind of hospitality that feels safe, managed, and conditional. We invite people we know—family, friends, neighbors—people who can invite us back, return the favor, or make us feel comfortable. But Jesus turns that upside down.
Dear friends in Christ,
So many of us feel pressed on every side right now—back-to-school schedules, rising costs,
constant notifications, and a news cycle designed to keep our adrenaline up. We live with “too much of everything,” and yet many still feel unseen or spiritually thin. Into this, Jesus speaks about a narrow gate. He isn’t trying to keep people out
Please note that while Coffee & Donuts will continue as usual after the 10:45a Mass, there will be some changes going forward. The majority of the hall, including the children’s room, will not be accessible during this time. Barriers will be in place to clearly mark the sections that will not be available.
Dear Friends in Christ,
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus speaks words that are both passionate and a little surprising:
“I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!”
When we hear the word “fire,” we often think of danger or destruction. But Jesus isn’t talking
about a fire that harms
Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,
Have you ever taken a virtual tour of a home before deciding to move in? It gives you a sense of what to expect—a preview that helps you decide if it’s the right fit.
On Friday August 15, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Dear Friends in Christ,
I am excited to share something new and wonderful happening in our Apple Valley Catholic
community! On Saturday, October 4, 2025, from Noon to 6:00p, we are hosting our 1st
Annual Food Truck & Craft Beer Fest