Dear Parishioners of Saint Polycarp, Merry Christmas! Christmas is Jesus’ birthday: The name Jesus means “God saves, or God is Salvation.” Thus, Christmas is a celebration of the birthday of the Savior, who comes to save the universe from darkness of sins and corruption. Normally, when we talk about Jesus’ birth, we talk about His…

Dear Parishioners of Saint Polycarp, The third Sunday of Advent is called “Gaudete” Sunday, which means “rejoice” in Latin. Notably, you will see the third Advent Candle is “rose,” and the presider’s vestment may be either in “violet” or “rose” color. It is called “Gaudete” Sunday because the time to wait and to prepare for…

Dear Parishioners of Saint Polycarp, We just celebrated Thanksgiving, and I hope you had a wonderful and grace-filled celebration with your family. For me, I am grateful for God who gives me life and love, and who brings me to you and knits me into this family of Saint Polycarp. For this wonderful gift of…

Dear Parishioners of Saint Polycarp, Greetings and peace in our Savior Jesus Christ. Time goes by and seasons change: Here we are at the beginning of November. For Catholics and citizens of this beautiful country, November is a special month in which we have three big celebrations. The first is the Solemnity of All Saints,…