12April 2026

Divine Mercy Sunday

  1. Liturgical Calendar

    Today is Divine Mercy Sunday. This feast was established for the universal Church by Pope John Paul II on the day of the canonization of St. Faustina Kowalska, April 30, 2000.
    St. Faustina received revelations from the Lord Himself concerning the institution of this feast:
    "I desire that there be a Feast of Mercy. I want this image, which you will paint with a brush, to be solemnly blessed on the first Sunday after Easter; that Sunday is to be the Feast of Mercy" (Diary, 49). "I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners" (Diary, 699). "Souls perish in spite of My bitter Passion. I am giving them the last hope of salvation; that is, the Feast of My Mercy. If they will not adore My mercy, they will perish for all eternity" (Diary, 965).

    • Holy Mass on Friday at Friary Chapel at 19.00 in English.
    • Sacrament of Reconciliation Schedule: The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available at the following times:

    Sundays: Before Mass between 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    First Fridays: 17:00 (during Eucharistic Adoration)
    Saturdays: 16:30 during Eucharistic Adoration (upon request)
    ❖ Confessions are also available by appointment at any time. Please contact the priest to schedule a time.

  2. Parish Reminders

    • There will be Regular Catechism classes from April 19 (Sunday), all children are kindly requested to be on time.
    • Mass Intentions: Mass intention envelopes are available at the entrances of the chapel and church. Please complete all required details with your love offerings ($10 per intention), seal the envelope, and return it to Fr. Michal or the Sacristy.
    • Volunteers for Readings: Help us bring the Scriptures to life! We invite members to join our team of Sunday readers. To be added to the advance schedule, please email Rashmi D'Souza at rashmi.dsouza2007@gmail.com.
    • Bible Reading Guide: You can access daily readings on the USCCB website: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
    • Stay Updated: Stay connected with our parish family! To receive the latest schedules and announcements directly to your phone, please contact Preeti Lewis (Telegram: @LPreeti) to join our Telegram group.

    The Lord be with you!