Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Happy Open Word Wednesday!

"The cup of blessing that we bless,
is it not a participation in the blood of Christ?
The bread that we break,
is it not a participation in the body of Christ?"

─ 1 Corinthians 10:16

"'I am the living bread that came down from heaven;
whoever eats this bread will live forever;
and the bread that I will give
is my flesh for the life of the world.'"

─ John 6:51

"'Amen, amen, I say to you,
unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood,
you do not have life within you. ..
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood
remains in me and I in him.
Just as the living Father sent me
and I have life because of the Father,
so also the one who feeds on me
will have life because of me."

─ John 6:53,56-57

Readings for Sunday, June 7th, 2026:

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14b-16a
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17
Gospel Reading: John 6:51-58

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060726.cfm

USHER TRAINING! Tuesday, June 16th, at 6pm in the church.

If you've ever thought about volunteering as an Usher here at Holy Trinity, we would love to have you there.

Please RSVP to the Parish Office.
Email: [email protected] Or call: 417-883-3440

From the Pastor’s Desk:

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity reminds us that the very life of God is a communion of love — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit living in perfect unity. In today’s Gospel, Jesus reveals this divine love: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son…” (John 3:16). The Trinity teaches us that love is not meant to remain hidden or isolated; it is meant to be shared, lived, and given generously.

This mystery also speaks directly to our parish life. A parish is not simply a building or an organization; it is a family of faith called to reflect the unity and love of the Triune God. Just as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit live in communion, we too are called to live in harmony with one another — praying together, serving together, and supporting one another in times of joy and difficulty.

The life of the Trinity challenges us to move beyond division, gossip, resentment, or indifference. In every ministry, committee, choir, classroom, and family, we are invited to practice patience, forgiveness, understanding, and mutual respect. When we welcome newcomers, care for the sick and elderly, encourage our young people, and work together with humility, our parish becomes a living reflection of God’s presence.

Families, too, are called to reflect the life of the Trinity through forgiveness, prayer, and sacrificial love. Parents, children, grandparents, and young people strengthen the parish when they bring faith into daily life and become examples of unity at home and in the community.

The Eucharist we celebrate each Sunday gathers us into this divine communion of love. Strengthened by Christ and guided by the Holy Spirit, may our parish continue to grow as a community where all people feel welcomed, valued, and united in faith.

May the Holy Trinity bless our parish with deeper unity, stronger faith, and hearts filled with love for God and for one another.

God bless you and remain Blessed!!

─ Fr. Shoby Mathew