Divine Call

My dear friends in Christ,

Wherever God places us is where we live out our divine call. Advent is a time in which we prepare for the two comings of Christ. We remember at first, as a child; and anticipate His second at the end of time. Today, Joseph is at the center of our Gospel. He was to live out his divine call in this plan of salvation. Today he is a specific recipient of God’s promise, and given consolation and peace in the knowledge of Scripture being fulfilled. He obeys God’s commands, takes Mary into his home and becomes the human father of the Son of God. We are not called to such a mysterious and holy role as Joseph, but we too are inheritors of this great promise. As we stand on the threshold of our celebration of the birth of Christ, we thank God for His promise of Christ—both as Christ child, and as the One who will return in glory. For in Him we have salvation, and for Him we await the further Advent hope.

In last week’s bulletin, we provided the Corpus Christi Annual Report 2019. We finished the fiscal year with a deficit of $82,572 which was lower than fiscal year 2018. We are making every effort at closing the gap and it is through your generosity and love for Corpus Christi Parish that we continue to make strides through these tough times. I can only ask that you continue to give as your means may allow and thank you so much for your efforts.

On behalf of the Clergy, the Sisters and Staff here at Corpus Christi, may you have a very Blessed and Merry Christmas!

May God bless you all,

Father John