IN THIS MONTH
The Hope that Advent Brings
We are a hopeful people. We always hope for something to look forward to or something to live for. Some people hope for success, while some hope for security; some hope for the best for their children, while some hope for peace. Christians hope for the same things that most ...
Meaning of Advent Candles
The candle of the First Sunday of Advent is called the Prophet's Candle, which symbolizes HOPE. The prophet Isaiah foretold the birth of Christ the Lord: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, a young woman shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name ...
Mass Schedule for Advent & Christmas
May you have a prayerful Advent and Blessed Christmas! ...
Come and join us this Christmas!
Come and join us this Christmas! Christmas Eve, December 24, Tuesday Midnight Mass starts at 11:30PM (Mass in Chinese) Christmas Day, December 25, Wednesday Mass of Christmas Day (Mass in Chinese) and Sunday School Christmas Pageant starts at 10:30AM Potluck and Santa Claus starts after Mass Mass in English starts ...
In Defense of the Immaculate Conception
Medieval theologians argued the Immaculate Conception. Historically, the Dominicans were strong opponents of the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, largely due to the influence of St. Thomas Aquinas, who argued Mary needed to be redeemed like everyone else. The Dominicans clashed with the Franciscans who championed the doctrine. Blessed John ...
Saints of the Month
What are saints and why pray to saints? Saints are persons who have died and have gone to heaven. They lived a life of heroic virtue because of their love for Jesus Christ. The saints are the good and faithful servants of the Lord (cf. Matthew 25:21), they are the ...
UPCOMING EVENTS
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
December 8, 2025
December 8 is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, which is a holy day of obligation. This year, the Mass will be celebrated on Monday at 12:00 pm in Chinese ...
Mass at Midnight
December 24, 2025
Stille Nacht (Silent Night)… Heilige Nacht (Holy Night)… a captivating song composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber to lyrics by Joseph Mohr in Austria. It embodies the peace and ...
Christmas Day
December 25, 2025
Christmas is a mystery because its true meaning is revealed only to those who seek it, while it is hidden to the rest. This mystery began even before the creation ...
Solemnity of the Theotokos
January 1, 2026
God, who is all-knowing, already knew about the Fall of Man; but God still carried out His plan of creation and created man; not only because He wanted to give ...
The Holy Name of Jesus
January 3, 2026
The Church reveals to us the wonders of the Incarnate Word by singing the glories of His Holy Name. The name Jesus means Savior. Persons who played prominent roles in ...
ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Welcome to the OCIA program!
OCIA classes have begun!
OCIA means Order of Christian Initiation for Adults; some parishes still call it the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults). Either way you call it, it is a process through which unbaptized adults and children over the age of seven undergo formation in the teachings and practices of the ...
Confirmation for Adults
Are you a Catholic adult and have not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation? If so, we invite you to join our Confirmation program to prepare you for the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Easter Vigil in 2026. If you are interested, please contact Fr. Bill. ...
Anointing of the Sick
First Sundays after 10:30am Mass
Every first Sunday of the month after the 10:30am Mass, Fr. Bill will administer the Anointing of the Sick in the Sanctuary ...
Faith Workshop
First Sundays after 10:30am Mass
Every first Sunday of the month after the 10:30am Mass, the monthly faith workshop convenes in the Conference Room ...
Chinese Cursillo Ultreya
Last Sundays after 10:30am Mass
At the last Sunday of every month after the 10:30am Mass, the monthly Ultreya for Chinese Cursillo convenes in the Conference Room ...
Sunday School
Sundays after the 10:30am Mass
Sunday School for the children of our parish are scheduled on Sundays (click on the class schedule below). Classes are held in the Nursery Room. Parents of registered students are welcome to sit-in our classes. Sunday School Class Schedule ...
Chinese School
Sundays at 11:30am
Chinese language classes for adults meet on Sundays from 11:30am – 12:30pm in the choir room. Class schedule is as follows: August 18, 2024 August 25, 2024 September 8, 2024 September 15, 2024 September 22, 2024 September 29, 2024 October 6, 2024 October 13, 2024 October 20, 2024 October 27, ...
Tai-Chi Classes
Sundays at 11:30am
Tai-chi is a slow-motion defense exercise for people of all ages. Classes are offered every Sunday at 11:30 am. Benefits of Tai-chi exercises include improved balance and flexibility, as well as aiding in internal relaxation. All are welcome to attend! ...