The Love of the Father

The Love of the Father

Life – it can be a challenge at times! In this earthly journey we walk through the full spectrum of ups and downs, joys and disappointments. Life is fluid, ever-changing, and unpredictable. It can take unexpected turns and open our eyes to things we’d perhaps rather...
The Holy Eucharist

The Holy Eucharist

When I was growing up in Carlsbad in the 50’s (yes, I’m that old), St. Michael’s was located three blocks south, where the 7-Eleven ​m​ini-mall is now. ​You may have ​seen photos of what it looked like back then​: ​surrounded by a white picket fence​ ​with the entry...
Experiencing the Eucharist

Experiencing the Eucharist

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke give us a glimpse into what it was like during the Last Supper, where the Holy Eucharist was first celebrated. It is one of ​only ​two moments in Scripture where Jesus models a Sacrament​ for our sake – the other being his...
The Eucharist Outside Church Buildings

The Eucharist Outside Church Buildings

As the Assistant for Pastoral Care,​ I would like to ​build ​aware​ness ​of an unnoticed but important ministry here at St. Michael’s by-the-Sea. This ministry is aimed at reaching out to members of our Church ​family ​who cannot attend ​Mass​ ​due to​illness or other...
Arr! VBS Shipwrecked be a Success!

Arr! VBS Shipwrecked be a Success!

During VBS, St. Michael’s welcomed around 70 children each day where they learned that Jesus rescues – when you’re lonely, when you worry, when you struggle, when you do wrong, and when you’re powerless. We shared modern-day and Biblical faith stories, played games,...