May 17, 2026
May has always been one of my favorite months in the Church. As children, many of us remember May Crowning ceremonies, flowers placed before Our Blessed Mother, and prayers offered to Mary in a special way throughout the month. There is something beautiful and comforting about turning to Mary, our spiritual mother, and asking her to watch over our families, our children, and all those who need hope.
It is fitting, then, that during this Month of Mary we begin our Baby Bottle Campaign to support the Pregnancy Care Center. Every day, the Pregnancy Care Center accompanies women and families who may feel frightened, overwhelmed, or alone. They offer not only material assistance, but compassion, encouragement, and a reminder that every life is precious and every mother deserves support and love.
This weekend, I invite you to take a baby bottle home and return it in the coming weeks filled with coins, cash, or a check payable to PCC. It may seem like a small act, but small acts of love often become great blessings in the lives of others. In a world that can sometimes feel harsh or indifferent, this is one simple way we can reflect the tenderness of Mary and the compassion of Christ. Thank you for always being a community that responds so generously whenever there is a need.
I remember you at Mass.
