Mother's Day Prayer:

Loving God,
as a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you give life and care for your Church. Bless these women, as we celebrate this day in their honor. May they be strengthened as Christian mothers. Let the example of their faith and love shine forth. Grant that we, their sons and daughters, may honor and appreciate them with a spirit of profound respect.

May the example of Mary, mother of Jesus, inspire them to live their vocation as Christian mothers and call their children to faith. Guide and protect them in challenging times and help them to continue to trust in you all the days of their life.

Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

From the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of Jesus, to the countless mothers who have nurtured and guided their children in faith, we recognize the sacred role mothers play in our lives and in the world.

To all the incredible mothers and mother mother-figures out there, Happy Mother's Day!

May your day be filled with love, laughter, and countless blessings.

Feast Day: May 14th

May 14th is the Feast of St. Matthias, Apostle and Martyr.

After the Ascension of Jesus, St. Peter proposed to the assembled faithful that they choose a disciple of Christ to fill the place of the traitor Judas in the first missionary band. Lots were drawn, with the result in favor of Matthias. According to one ancient tradition, this missioner labored in Ethiopia and was martyred there. Thus did St. Matthias receive "the crown of life which God has promised to those who love him."

The Church venerates St. Matthias on an equal footing with the other Apostles, whose voices resound throughout the world, from generation to generation, giving testimony of what they saw and heard in their life with our Lord.

We are reminded that we are all called to be good stewards of the gifts God has entrusted to us. Like the Good Shepherd, we are invited to care for others with love and generosity. Let us respond with grateful hearts by sharing our time, talent, and treasure in service to the Church and those in need.

“The disciples were filled with joy and the Holy Spirit.” - ACTS 13:52

The disciples heard Our Lord s call and were able to spread the Gospel message with strength and vitality. We, too, can experience that same joy if we allow the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts. When we use our gifts as God intends, Jesus fills his Stewards with supernatural joy. A joy that others notice and are attracted to!

When you register in the parish, come to mass on Sundays and participate in parish activities, you are practicing your faith and are considered an active parishioner. When you use the offertory envelops or online giving, you are showing your commitment in supporting your parish, as well as creating a record of your active presence in the community. Registration is required for receiving any parish official document, such as eligibility certificates to be godparents, permits to celebrate sacraments in other churches, school verification for children, or any other letter for legal purposes. Registration for at least six months is required for the celebration of sacraments.

Registration forms are available online or by calling the parish office (954) 458-1590.

Thanks for becoming a member of our community of St. Matthew in Hallandale Beach.

- Fr. Govin

Cuando usted se registra en la parroquia, asiste a misa los domingos y participa en las actividades parroquiales, usted está practicando su fe y es considerado un parroquiano activo. Cuando usted usa los sobres de ofrenda o donación en línea, usted está mostrando su compromiso en apoyar su parroquia y proveyendo un récord de su presencia activa en la comunidad. La registration es requerida para recibir cualquier documento oficial de la parroquia, como certificados de elegibilidad para ser padrinos, permisos para celebrar sacramentos en otras iglesias, verificaciones para las escuelas de sus niños, o cualquier otra carta para asuntos legales. Estar registrados, por al menos seis meses, es necesario para la celebración de sacramentos.

Los formularios para inscribirse están disponibles en el internet o llamando a la oficina parroquial (954) 458- 1590.

Gracias por hacerse miembro de nuestra comunidad de St. Matthew en Hallandale Beach.

- Padre Govin