April 15, 2026

Heavenly Father, we come to you with humble hearts, asking for your mercy upon all mankind. Let your peace flow through nations, across borders, and into every home. Calm the storms of hatred, silence the drums of war, and replace pride with compassion.

Heal our broken world. Let us not grow tired of praying, hoping and believing. May we, in our little ways, be instruments of your peace and love.

Amen.
~ St. Padre Pio


Dear Parishioners,

In this story of two disciples on their way to Emmaus, we hear that Jesus himself drew near and walked with them. Since they did not recognize Jesus, they explained to him all of the things that had been happening regarding Jesus the Nazarene. And then Jesus, beginning with Moses and all the prophets interpreted to them what referred to him in all the Scriptures. 

Throughout salvation history, God in all his power draws near. God, having called Abraham to a new land, draws near to promise him that he will be the father of a great people. God, having drawn the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, draws near to his people to give his commands and lead them in the pillar of fire. God, having given his people the judges and King David, draws near to speak to his people through the prophets. God, having promised a Messiah, draws near to his people in the Incarnation. Christ, having defeated death, draws near to the disciples as they journey.

Jesus meets the disciples in their confusion and pain and speaks to them, interpreting the Scriptures so they can see God’s plan and God’s work more clearly. God has spoken to his people through the prophets, and now he speaks through his very Son. The disciples respond, begging Christ, Stay with us. Christ joins them at the table, takes the bread, says the blessing, breaks it, and gives it to them. They recognize him in the breaking of the bread and then he disappears. They share with each other how their hearts were burning within them, and they hurry to share this Good News with others.

At every Mass, Christ gives himself to us in the breaking of the bread. Now, the question remains: Will we recognize him? Will we notice our hearts burning within us? As Bishop Barron says in his Word on Fire Bible commentary on this Gospel passage: “The Eucharist is Christ himself, personally and actively present … This is why it is through the lens of the Eucharist that Jesus comes most fully and vividly into focus.” 

So let us turn our focus to Jesus, who draws near to us as He is truly present in every liturgy – surrounding us in the community gathered, speaking to us in the Scriptures proclaimed, giving himself to us in the Blessed Sacrament. 

God Love Ya!
Fr. Reilly



The readings from Scripture form the main part of the Liturgy of the Word. It is through the word proclaimed that God speaks to us and nourishes our spirits. It is through our response to the word in song and in silence that we make God’s word our own. The response to the First Reading (usually from the Old Testament or the Acts of the Apostles) is a song which uses a psalm as its source. The nature of the response is a reflection of the first reading, a time to let God’s word “take root” in our hearts. It is for that reason that silence is really the first response to the readings followed by a song that calls us to listen reflectively. The refrain is meant to be simple and direct, something that does not distract us from the original message but adds to it or helps clarify it. The question for us as we listen to the word is always an invitation: “What is God saying to me today?” The invitation always demands a response: “How will we respond to God’s invitation?”




Why not take a spiritual health day and join us on Wednesday, April 29 for our annual parish retreat at the Malvern Retreat House from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM? Mary Bea Domico, founder and director of the St. Carlos Acutis Shrine and Eucharistic Encounter at Malvern will be our guest speaker.

*Discover how the Lord revealed His Plan for an expanded mission for Malvern Retreat House centered upon the life and work of Blessed Carlo Acutis.

*Learn about the documented and scientific findings of Eucharistic Miracles from around the world, spanning more than 1,200 years.

*Gain new insights into the extraordinary life of this ordinary boy, and the call to sainthood on each and every life.

*Expand your understanding of Eucharistic Miracles – and more importantly the Miracle of the Eucharist.

*Deepen your personal encounter with the Living Heart of Jesus in the Eucharist.

Cost is $45 and includes a continental breakfast and a hot lunch. Prior registration is necessary no later than April 22. To register, click here



How do we embrace our responsibility as Catholic men? What does Christ teach us about masculinity? Join us for a video and discussion in the Parish Center on Thursday April 16 at 7:00 PM. All men are welcome!

• April 29- Our annual Saints Peter and Paul Parish Retreat at the Malvern Retreat House, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Mary Bea Damico will be presenting on The Life and Work of St. Carlos Acutis. Cost is $45 and includes breakfast and lunch. Please see our parish website to register.
• May 3- Donut Sunday
• May 4 - May Procession

Other than at Confirmation and Pentecost, do you ever think about the Holy Spirit? Join us this Wednesday, April 15 at 7:00 PM in Church, for a special presentation by Fr. Chris Walsh on The Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Welsh is the pastor of St. Cecilia’s church in Philadelphia and has preached at retreats and recollection days throughout the country. He also trains parish leaders nationwide with the Catholic Leadership Institute. All are welcome to come. Cost is free and no prior registration is necessary!



Our parish is holding our first Night at the Races Social event on Saturday, April 25. Doors open at 6:30 and the event starts at 7:00 PM. Donn your best Kentucky Derby hats and ascots and join your fellow parishioners at this exciting social event! Tickets-will go on sale after Masses this weekend. They can also be purchased by opening the QR code on the flyer or clicking this link: Night at the Races Tickets   See the flyer for more information.