September 20th, Friday at noon: Join parishioners and friends in the Climate Strike NYC: A Call to Action at Foley Square, 31-51 Center Street, NYC. On September 20, three days before the UN Climate Summit in NYC, young people and adults will strike globally, to demand transformative action be taken to address the climate crisis. In NYC, students will walk out of their classrooms and adults will walk out of their workplaces and meet for a rally in Foley Square and then march through the Financial District to Battery Park where there will be another Rally. There will inspiring speakers, youth leaders and an appearance by Greta Thunberg. Join with other people of faith to support young people around the world, and across New York City, as they bring this call to national and global attention. Click here for schedule and more information.
Newsletter
Parish News: February 1
This week, Mother Liz reflects on Paul’s challenging words about the cross as “the power of God,” especially amid violence, injustice, and fear in our own time. She wrestles with what faithful discipleship looks like when state power abuses the vulnerable and speaking truth carries real risk. The message of the cross, she reminds us, calls us to costly solidarity, mercy, and nonviolent love — not comfort or safety. Yet in that “foolishness,” we discover God’s strength: life-giving grace found in community, courage, and small acts of faithful love that sustain us when we are afraid or weary.
