“A Debt of Grace” — A Parish Milestone on Divine Mercy Sunday

Blessed Trinity Catholic Parish joyfully celebrates the payoff of its 20-year Diocesan loan, a momentous occasion commemorated on Divine Mercy Sunday with Bishop John Noonan. From the original $4.9M loan in 2004 to its final payoff in early 2025—supported by interest abatement, diocesan matching, and parish generosity—this journey reflects deep stewardship, faith, and gratitude. Fr. Skip invites the community to let the symbolic “burning of the Note” mark a new beginning in mission and unity.

️ Blessed Trinity Event Schedule

Sunday, May 4 – Third Sunday of Easter

• Faith Formation Classes (8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)

• Guadalupe Ministry Meeting (1:30 p.m.)

• Life Teen (5:00 p.m.)

Key Events This Week

• Confirmation Rehearsal – May 8

• Sacrament of Confirmation – May 10 (5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass)

• Mother’s Day Blessing – May 11 at all Masses

Parish Devotions & Prayer Opportunities

• Divine Mercy Chaplet: Mon–Sat at 7:45 a.m. (English), Sun at 1:00 p.m. (Spanish)

• Rosary: Daily at 8:00 a.m. (English), Sun at 9:30 a.m. (English) & 11:15 a.m. (Spanish)

• Holy Hour & Benediction: Fridays at 9:00 a.m.

• Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Fridays, 9:00–10:00 a.m.

✝️ Sacramental Celebrations & Milestones

First Holy Communion – May 3

We congratulate all children who received Jesus in the Eucharist for the first time. Our heartfelt thanks go to their catechists, parents, and parish staff for preparing them for this sacred step.

️ Confirmation – May 10

Congratulations to our Confirmation candidates who will receive the Sacrament of the Holy Spirit this Saturday at the 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, celebrated by Bishop Noonan. May the Spirit guide them to live their faith boldly.

Prayer Requests

Infirm & Homebound: Mike Brocket, Tom Hill, Debbie Miller, Efrain Velazquez
Deceased: Joyce Hasenhahl, Billie Kelley, Bro. Ron Lafleche, M.S., Julio Ramos, Israel Rios, MaryAnn Tomeo

Sacrificial Giving & Stewardship Highlights

• April 27 Offertory Total: $20,252

• Catholic Home Missions Appeal: $2,826

• OCA 2025 Progress: $156,588 raised of $194,125 goal

• May Second Collections:

  • May 4: The Master’s Plan

  • May 25: Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Ministry Spotlight: Knights of Columbus Baby Bottle Drive

The annual Baby Bottle Drive has begun! Please take a bottle after Mass and return it with spare change by June 14–15. All donations benefit the J.M.J. Pregnancy Center.

Faith Formation & OCIA

• Sunday Classes: May 4, 18, and 25

• Edge Youth Ministry: May 7

• Life Teen: May 4

• Becoming Catholic (OCIA): Contact Louis Murgia or Yliana Soto (Spanish support available)

Community Invitation: Women’s Retreat

The “Las Mujeres del Pozo” Women’s Ministry from Good Shepherd Catholic Church invites all Blessed Trinity women to their Annual Spanish Women’s Retreat on May 31, 2025. A grace-filled opportunity for renewal and reconnection with faith.