Beloved Parishioners of Saint Raymond’s, Everything we do here at Saint Raymond’s is in response to our baptismal calling to be FAITHFUL DISCIPLES of Jesus Christ!

Particularly during this time when the effects the pandemic are still upon us, we have proven that as a community of believers united in God’s love here at Saint Raymond’s, we are able to overcome any challenge or obstacle that may be on our path and use them as opportunities to rise and affirm our commitment to keep the mission of Jesus Christ at the forefront of our thoughts, words, and actions.

This is the heart of what we do here at Saint Raymond’s, and it is a great blessing for me to be
able to share in this mission with you. It is united in God’s love that we offer our time, talent, and treasure to build up God’s kingdom.

We do this through:

• Stewardship (evangelization)
• Outreach (service)
• Worship (liturgy and music)
• Engagement (hospitality)
• Religious Education (faith formation)

In order to live our mission, we need all parishioners to come together. Everything we have is a gift from God, so we should give everything back to Him generously our first fruits, not merely surplus.

This is true charity in action.

We are asking each Saint Raymond’s parishioner to prayerfully consider renewing their financial gift to our parish. As a community of faithful disciples who are united in God’s love, we can do much more together than apart. No gift is too small, and I am so grateful in advance for your generosity.

Together, we commit to truly be the extensions of the voice and heart, hands and feet of Jesus Christ, the SOWER!

Sempre grato,

Father Erick

(For the 4th Sunday of Lent)