THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
March 25 & 26, 2023
REFLECTION ON TODAY'S READING
Jesus is our resurrection and our life. Because he has given us of the Spirit, we are no longer dead because of sin, but alive. In Jesus is the fullness of redemption.
Under the directive from the Diocese of Honolulu
St. Joseph Church has set up an egiving program to allow parishioners and guests an easier way to give. It will also allow the donors to: 1. Give from anywhere using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. 2. No need to find a check or stop by the ATM. 3. Use your Checking/Savings Account or your Debit/Credit Card. 4. Schedule gifts to occur automatically. Click on the give now link or on your phone using my parish app. “All must give as they are able, according to the blessings given to them by the Lord your God.” Deuteronomy 16:17
Online donations may be made at any time from the comfort of your own home or any place with internet access. Online donations are credited to your tax statement for the end of the year (except when made anonymously)and you can change your account preferences and donation amounts at any time.
DIOCESE OF HONOLULU 2023 LENTON REGULATIONS
New documents from the Vatican:
I Am the Resurrection and the Life
I Am the Resurrection and the Life
If a true "friend loves at all
times"(Proverbs 17:17), why did Jesus delay in
coming to Lazarus' home when he knew that his friend
was gravely ill? Jesus certainly loved Lazarus and
his two sisters and he often stayed in their home at
Bethany. But to the surprise of his friends and
disciples, Jesus did not go right away to Bethany
when he was called. Jesus explained that Lazarus'
sickness would bring glory to God. The glory which
Jesus had in mind, however, was connected with
suffering and the cross. He saw the cross as his
supreme glory and the way to glory in the kingdom of
God. For Jesus there was no other way to glory
except through the cross. Jesus also knew that it
was dangerous for him to travel anywhere near
Jerusalem at this time, since the religious
authorities in Jerusalem were plotting his
destruction. Jesus, however, was willing to pay the
price to help his friend. For Jesus to come to
Jerusalem at Passover time was an act of courage.
The explanation which Jesus gave to his disciples
was simple and challenging at the same time. "Are
there not twelve hours in the day?" In so many words
he said: "There are enough hours in the day to do
what one must do." A day can neither be rushed nor
extended. Its period is fixed.
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LIVESTEAMING MASS
For some time now the Diocese of Honolulu has restricted the pandemic protocols for attending Mass. Thus, Fr. Michael and the St. Joseph’s Parish Pastoral Council have decided that February 26, 2023 would be the last Sunday that SJC will be livestreaming the Mass on FACEBOOK. For those of you that are not physically able to attend mass you may go to the Catholic Herald and see the listings of parishes that live streams or go to the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, downtown Honolulu will continue to live stream on Sundays at 10 AM, Weekdays at 12 PM, Saturdays at 12 PM and 5 PM https://www.cathedralofourladyofpeace.com/LiveStream.html .
A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT
Jesus called to his friend from the dead, “Lazarus, come out!” It is the same call our Lord makes to us unceasingly: “Come out!” Jesus calls us from our tomb of doubt and unbelief, from the darkness of our fear and anxieties; from the depths of our weaknesses and lack of hope. Christian stewards pray for an open heart so that they may hear the voice of the Lord, heed the continuous call to come away from their former way of living and reprioritize their lives in the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Do we believe Christ has the power to transform our lives? Do we take time to listen for his call?
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
First Thursday of Every Month. Come anytime between 5-6:30 pm.. All are Welcome!
THRIFT SHOP HOURS OF OPERATION
Effective May 2021, the Thrift Store hours of operation became every Tuesday from 8 a.m. - 12 noon.
SOCIAL OUTREACH MINISTRY
The Food Pantry holds a drive by distribution, every third Thursday from 8-9 a.m. or while supply lasts. To qualify simply signup as you drive up. The Food Pantry is also accepting non-perishables. Thank you!
2023 LENT CALENDAR
