August 23, 2026

Twenty First Sunday of Ordinary Time

by Fr. Jonah, O.P.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Maybe the number one response to “How are you doing?” is “Busy!” We all say it. Anxiety is always ready to crowd in after bitterness. Here’s a reminder from the Psalms to help with that:

Psalm 127:1-2

    If the LORD does not build the house,

    in vain do its builders labor;

    if the LORD does not guard the city,

    in vain does the guard keep watch.

    In vain is your earlier rising,

    your going later to rest,

    you who toil for the bread you eat,

    when he pours gifts on his beloved while they slumber.

Know of my prayers for all of you.

In Christ,

Fr. Jonah, O.P.