"When we love Christ it is easy to put up with the weakness of others, even when we do not yet love them for their good qualities." ~St. Augustine

On this Divine Mercy Sunday, the readings remind us of God’s great mercy to be accomplished through the work of his Apostles and their successors. Upon appearing to the Apostles, Jesus fills them with the gift of the Holy Spirit, sending them out, just as his Father sent him and specifically giving them the ability to forgive and retain sins. This power to forgive sins is something that only God can do but, through the gift of apostolic succession, we are able to receive Jesus’ mercy from his own hands in the Sacrament of Confession when the priest, acting in persona Christi, absolves us from our sins. As you prepare for Mass this weekend reflect on the connection between mercy and forgiveness. How can I seek God’s mercy in my life? How can I be merciful to others?

Teen Mass Sunday, April 8th at 1PM All are welcome!

Stephan Curtis

Tuesday, April 10th at 6:45 PM St. Augustine Church Join us for a celebration of the love of God through music and prayer. Hosted by our Confirmation program - all are welcome and invited to attend. Curtis is the composer of some of our favorite hymns including “Bread of Angels”, “Miracle of Grace”, and “Ready the Way” to name just a few! He is director of music and liturgy at St. Ann Catholic Church in Coppell, Texas, a mega-parish with more than 30,000 attendees!

Join us for our first coffeehouse this Friday, April 13th. Sit back and relax with a cup of coffee, some munchies, and some great entertainment. We have a great lineup of performers ( see them here... ) and hope you can join us for the start of this new tradition. Save the date for the next one on OCtober 19th which will feature an open mic night.

Thanks to Paul Tennant at the Andover Townsman for the respectful coverage of our Youth Ministry's Way of the Cross on Monday, March 26th. You can read the article here: https://bit.ly/2H4iE7m .

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