Sunday, October 18, 2026
Dear brothers and sisters,
A stable life provides a firm foundation from which we can face challenges, overcome difficulties, and adapt to chang- ing circumstances; a well-proportioned physique nurtures self-confidence and joyful heart; and a healthy body gives us the energy to live, work, serve, and pursue our goals. For this reason, caring for our physical well-being is an essential responsibility for each of us. At the same time, a clear mind enables us to think positively and make right decisions; a loving heart moves us to care for others, to encounter others, and to stand in solidarity with others; and a positive spirit inspires us to engage actively in life, embrace new possibilities, and remain grateful with what we have been given. Therefore, nurturing our inner life is an equally important responsibility. It helps us maintain balance, serenity, and peace amid the demands and uncertainties of daily life.
Sadly, because living in a society that often places external needs above inner values, fleeting pleasures above lasting happiness, and immediate gains above long-term fulfillment, we can easily spend enormous amounts of time, effort, and energy pursuing a comfortable lifestyle, seeking social recognition, and satisfying our personal desires. As a result, even when our material needs are fully met, we may still experience a profound sense of emptiness. We may succeed professionally yet wonder whether our lives have meaning. Our bodies may be healthy and well cared for, while our hearts and spirits remain restless and unsettled.
It is the main message that Jesus speaks to us in this weekend’s Gospel: “Repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.” His words remind us that our responsibilities are both earthly and spiritual. We must care for our bodies by nourishing ourselves properly, getting adequate rest, staying active, and attending to our physical health. We must also fulfill our responsibilities toward our families, our communities, and the society in which we live. But we cannot stop there. We must also devote time, energy, and effort to what gives life its deepest meaning: experiencing and cherishing the goodness God has created, recognizing His blessings, giving thanks, and praising Him for the gifts He has entrusted to us. We need time to nourish the soul, deepen the mind, awaken our sense of purpose, and cultivate a spirit grounded in love, trust, gratitude, and hope. In other words, we are called to care for both body and spirit as we keep these two dimensions of our lives in harmony. They are not separate or competing parts of who we are; rather, they belong to one unified human life. When one is neglected, the other eventually suffers. If we care only for the body while neglecting the soul, we may gain comfort without finding peace, success without discovering meaning, and pleasure without lasting fulfillment. Conversely, when we neglect our physical well-being, we may lack the strength and vitality needed to live out our responsibilities and serve others generously. Therefore, true balance, therefore, requires us to care for the whole person. When body and spirit are both properly nourished, we are better prepared to face difficul- ties, to love and serve others, and to walk into the future with faith, hope, love, strength, and absolute confidence.
Sincerely yours in Jesus Christ and Our Lady of La Vang!
Reverend Kiet Anh Ta.
List of bulletins 2026
October
- October 18, 2026 Twenty-ninth Sunday In Ordinary Time
- October 11, 2026 Twenty-eighth Sunday In Ordinary Time
- October 4, 2026 Twenty-seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time
September
- September 27, 2026 Twenty-Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- September 20, 2026 Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- September 13, 2026 Twenty-Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- September 9, 2026 Twenty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
August
- August 30, 2026 Twenty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- August 23, 2026 Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- August 09, 2026 Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- August 02, 2026 Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
July
- July 26, 2026 Seventeenth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- July 19, 2026 Sixteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- July 12, 2026 Fifteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
- July 5, 2026 Fourteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A
June
- June 28, 2026 Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
- June 21, 2026 Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
- June 14, 2026 Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
- June 07, 2026 Solemnity of the Most Holy Body & Blood Of Christ
May
- May 31st, 2026 The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity Year A
- May 24th, 2026 The Pentecost Sunday Year A,
- May 17th, 2026 The Ascension of the Lord Year A,
- May 10th, 2026 Sixth Sunday of Easter Year A
- May 03rd, 2026 Fifth Sunday of Easter Year A
April
- April 26th, 2026 Fourth Sunday of Easter Year A
- April 19th, 2026 Third Sunday of Easter Year A
- April 12th, 2026 Sunday of Divine Mercy Year A
- April 05th, 2026 Easter Sunday Year A
March
- March 29th, 2026 Palm Sunday of The Lord’s Passion Year A,
- March 22th, 2026 Fifth Sunday of Lent Year A
- March 15th, 2026 Fourth Sunday of Lent Year A
- March 8th, 2026 Third Sunday of Lent Year A
- March 1st, 2026 Second Sunday of Lent Year A
February
- February 22th, 2026 First Sunday of Lent Year A
- February 15th, 2026 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
- February 8th, 2026 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
- February 1st, 2026 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
January
- January 25th, 2026 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A.
- January 18th, 2026 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A.
- January 11, 2026 The Baptism of the Lord Year A
- January 4, 2026 The Epiphany of the Lord Year A