Sunday, June 30, 2024
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ!
The death of the body may touch many aspects of human experience and become one of our most common fears. Perhaps the dread of death emerges when confronted with profound suffering, facing the agonizing climax of physical ailments, and the heartbreaking separation from loved ones. Some of us may grapple with serious concerns when we find death elusive, shrouded in the impenetrable veil of the unknown. Per-haps our fear of death stems from apprehension about the final consequences, pondering the prospect of divine judgment, yearning for entry into the Kingdom of Heaven and concerning about final punishment on the last day. These fears can have detrimental effects, jeopardizing our happiness and peace in daily life, ensnaring us in worry, and undermining our hope for the future. However, they can also serve as positive forces, prompting us to prioritize our well-being, fortify our faith, cherish each moment more deeply, and navigate life with greater optimism. Thus, while fears can be perilous if unchecked, they can also be trans-formative, fostering resilience, and enriching our journey towards fulfillment and contentment.
However, the death of spirit is always bad, unhealthy, and dangerous, especially when we are alive but for-get to live in love, hope, faith, peace, happiness, charity, and, in God. It happens when we focus too much on our body and forget about our soul. It happens when we prefer temporary benefit and forget perpetual grace. It happens when we focus too much on material treasure and forget eternal rewards. It happens when we have sight, but our eyes cannot see, our ears can hear but we cannot listen, and our hearts still beat but we cannot love because of our ignorance, jealousy, selfishness, and wrong decisions. It happens when we forget to worship God, obey His teachings, follow His guidance and surrender in His plan. Therefore, we must be concerned about this death clearly and sincerely before the death of the body.
My brothers and sisters in Christ,
Three readings during this weekend are very necessary when they give us important guide on a journey of spiritual growth through different aspects. The first reading prompts us to nurture our souls, reflecting on our choices and striving to align our lives with God's will. The second reading underscores the enrichment of our human spirit through acts of generosity and mutual care. Lastly, the gospel offers poignant stories illustrating how love, faith, and hope support our spirits and bring us to God's healing grace. As we reflect on these readings, may we safeguard ourselves from spiritual stagnation and nurture our vibrant life of both body and soul.
Sincerely yours in Jesus Christ and Our Lady of La Vang!
Reverend Kiet Anh Ta.
List of bulletins 2024
June
- June 26, 2024 Thirteenth Sunday of Easter Year B
- June 23, 2024 Twelfth Sunday of Easter Year B
- June 16, 2024 Eleventh Sunday of Easter Year B
- June 9, 2024 Tenth Sunday of Easter Year B
- June 2, 2024 The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Year B
May
- May 26, 2024 The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity Year B
- May 19, 2024 Pentecost Sunday of Easter Year B
- May 12, 2024 Seventh Sunday of Easter Year B
- May 5, 2024 Fifth Sunday of Easter Year B
April
- April 28, 2024 Fifth Sunday of Easter Year B
- April 21, 2024 Fourth Sunday of Easter Year B
- April 14, 2024 Third Sunday of Easter Year B
- April 7, 2024 Second Sunday of Easter Sunday of Divine Mercy Year B
March
- March 31, 2024 Easter Sunday Resurrection of the Lord Year B
- March 24, 2024 Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion
- March 17, 2024 Fourth Sunday of Lent Year B
- March 10, 2024 Third Sunday of Lent Year B
- March 3, 2024 Third Sunday of Lent Year B
February
- February 25, 2024 Second Sunday of Lent Year B
- February 18, 2024 First Sunday of Lent Year B
- February 11, 2024 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
- February 4, 2024 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
January
- January 28, 2024 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
- January 21, 2024 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
- January 14, 2024 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
- January 7, 2024 The Epiphany of The Lord Year B