Reflections on the weekly gospel from our Pastor.

The New Creation

In the gospel of this XXIII Sunday in Ordinary Time, we find a sick person who must be healed; he is “a deaf man.” The healing ministry of Jesus marks the beginning of the new relationships that must exist between peoples, religions, and cultures. A person who does not enter into dialogue with others, who Read More

Is God the Lord of our lives?

A Reflection from Our Pastor My dear brothers and sisters. It is good to be here today. We celebrate the feast of our patron saint, San Luis Rey de Francia, and at the same time, the Rite of Installation of me, your server, as pastor of this parish by Bishop Felipe. Thank you, Your Excellency, Read More

Jubilee / Jubileo 2025

This December, we begin the Jubilee Year: “Pilgrims of Hope.” from May 28 to June 6, Father Lalo, together with Lupe Ríos, will lead a pilgrimage to Rome. Our pilgrims will have the opportunity to pass through the four Holy Doors to obtain a plenary indulgence. The pilgrimage includes a visit to Assisi, Orvieto, and Read More

Introducing Fr. More Torres, ofm

ASSOCIATE PASTOR’S BIOGRAPHY   My name is Macario Torres. In México I am known as Jacobo as well. Jacobo was my religious name as a friar. I now go by More, as I have been affectionately known since childhood. I was born in Romita, Guanajuato; México. My parents are Juan and Teresa. I have six Read More

Associate Pastor’s Biography

Meet Fr . Joeseph Juracek, OFM Fr. Joseph Juracek was born in Johnson City, New York. During his early college career, he was drafted. After joining the Air Force, he was stationed in Rome, NY, and part of the group that started the first-ever Crucillos held on military bases. It was through one of these Read More

Who Is Our New Pastor?

Pastor’s Biography Fr. Edgardo Jara, OFM, better known as Fr. Lalo, was born in San Carlos, Costa Rica. He grew up in a faith-oriented family where his parents guided him to love God, others, and creation. Even in his youth he took his faith seriously and was evidenced by his being active in the youth Read More

Eucharist: The Great Gift of Love

A Reflection From our Pastoral Team This Sunday is the Gospel of St. John, and we begin the chapter on the Eucharist. It starts with the multiplication of loaves and fish. It is an introduction to Jesus’s teaching on the Bread of Life. The feast of the Passover is near, and Jesus provides physical food Read More

Thank You

Please be sure that the two of us are so grateful for the years you have allowed us to serve you as Associate Pastor and Pastor of this wonderful Parish of San Luis Rey.

Two By Two

A Reflection From our Pastoral Team Today, we are presented with a very brief gospel. Remember now that we are in the gospel of Saint Mark, and the great thing about Mark is that he leaves you asking questions all the time. Last Sunday, we heard that Jesus sent his apostles, two by two, to Read More

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