Seek the Lord

In today’s opening reading, Isaiah urges us to “seek the LORD” who is “near” and can be “found” (Isaiah 55:6). Then Isaiah says God’s ways are as high above our ways “as the heavens are above the earth” (Isaiah 55:9). So we search, not because God is hiding, but because our tendencies are so different from God’s ways that we get lost.

How are God’s ways so high above our ways? The example Isaiah gives is that God’s way is to be “generous in forgiving” (Isaiah 55:7). And our way? We try to be “fair.” You hurt me, so then I hurt you back, just as hard. Then, of course, you. . . And on it goes.

In today’s Gospel Jesus teaches that God is not “fair” like that. Instead, God is so generous we can hardly understand it. The same wage for one hour as for a whole day of work? Not fair! “Seek the Lord,” and we might find a God who calls us to be, not fair, but generous beyond expectations.

The Words of the Popes

The labourers who had remained in the marketplace had probably given up all hope. That day had come to nothing. Nevertheless, someone still believed in them. What point is there to take on labourers only for the last hour of the working day?

And yet, even when it seems we are able to do little in life, it is always worthwhile. There is always the possibility to find meaning, because God loves our life. And the originality of this landowner is also seen at the end of the day, at pay time. For the owner of the vineyard, that is, for God, it is just that each person has what he needs to live. He called the labourers personally, he knows their dignity, and on the basis of this, he wants to pay them, and he gives all of them one denarius.

The story says that the labourers from the first hour are disappointed: they cannot see the beauty of the gesture of the landowner, who was not unjust, but simply generous; who looked not only at merit, but also at need. God wants to give his Kingdom, that is, full, eternal and happy life, to everyone. And this is what Jesus does with us: he does not establish rankings, he gives all of himself to those who open their hearts to him. (Pope Leo XIV, General Audience, 4 June 2025) Vatican News

Buscar Al Señor

En la primera lectura de hoy, Isaías nos insta a “buscar al Señor” que está “cerca” y puede encontrarse ”(Isaías 55:6). Entonces Isaías dice que los caminos de Dios se elevan por encima de nuestros caminos, “así como el cielo está muy alto por encima de la tierra” (Isaías 55:9). Buscamos, no porque Dios está escondido, sino porque nuestras tendencias son tan diferentes a los caminos de Dios que nos perdemos.

¿Cómo es que los caminos de Dios están por encima de nuestros caminos? El ejemplo que Isaías nos da es que el camino de Dios es ser “generoso en perdonar” (Isaías 55:7). ¿Y cómo es nuestro camino? Nosotros tratamos de ser “justos”. Tú me ofendes, entonces yo te ofendo también. Entonces, por supuesto, tú. . . Y así sucesivamente.

En el Evangelio de hoy, Jesús nos dice que Dios no es “justo” de esa manera. Al contrario, Dios es tan generoso que no podemos ni siquiera entenderlo. ¿Pagar el mismo salario por una hora que por todo un día? ¡No es justo! “Busca al Señor” y encontrarás a un Dios que me llama a ser, no justo, sino más generoso de lo que nos podemos imaginar.

Las Palabras de Los Papas

Los obreros que se habían quedado en el mercado probablemente habían perdido toda esperanza. Aquel día no había servido para nada. Sin embargo, alguien aún creía en ellos. ¿Qué sentido tiene contratar obreros solo para la última hora de la jornada laboral? Y aun cuando parece que poco podemos hacer en la vida, siempre vale la pena.

Siempre existe la posibilidad de encontrarle sentido, porque Dios ama nuestra vida. Y la originalidad de este terrateniente se manifiesta también al final del día, a la hora de pagar. Para el dueño de la viña, es decir, para Dios, es justo que cada persona tenga lo necesario para vivir. Llamó personalmente a los obreros, conoce su dignidad y, por ello, quiere pagarles, y les da a cada uno un denario.

La historia cuenta que los obreros, desde la primera hora, se sienten decepcionados: no comprenden la belleza del gesto del terrateniente, que no era injusto, sino simplemente generoso; Quien no solo se fijaba en el mérito, sino también en la necesidad. Dios quiere dar su Reino, es decir, una vida plena, eterna y feliz, a todos. Y esto es lo que Jesús hace con nosotros: no establece jerarquías, se entrega por completo a quienes le abren su corazón. -Vatican News

Join our Women's Group this Fall

Ladies, we invite you to be part of She Shall Be Called Woman, a community where women come together to grow in faith, build meaningful friendships, and support one another in Christ. We look forward to welcoming you!

We meet every Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the Parish Hall.


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  • 7:00 pm Fellowship
  • 7:30 pm Video Presentation
  • 8:00 pm Small Group
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New Men's Group Gospel Reflection "Two By Two"

Every Thursday from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Meets on the Parish Hall at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Parish

Please come join us!

Second Collection

Second collection this weekend is for our parish maintenance.

La segunda colecta de este fin de semana es para el mantenimiento de la parroquia y sus alrededores.

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Entering Canaan Day of Prayer and Healing for Women

Saturday, September 26th, 2026 (In English)

Are you or someone you know suffering after an abortion?

Sábado, 7 de Noviembre de 2026 (En espãnol)

Tú o alguien que conoces está sufriendo después de un aborto?

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Grupo de Oración

Todos los Lunes 7:15 pm en el Salón Parroquial

Zona de la Playa y la Parroquia Santa Maria Magdalena invitan al Grupo de Oración
Ven y comparte con nosotros la experiencia de Pentocostés.

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We are looking for Catechists

The Office of Religious Education at St. Mary Magdalen Church is looking for Catechists who are Evangelizers.

We are looking for your "GIFTS"

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Vocation Awareness

November 13 - 15, 2026

Saint John Vianney College Seminary - 2900 SW 87th Avenue Miami, FL 33165
For catholic men ages 17-35 discerning the priesthood

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Pilgrimage to Lourdes & France with Father Sosa

April 12 - 22, 2027

Experience a spiritually enriching 10-day pilgrimage through the most beloved catholic shrines and sacred sites of France.

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Sacrificial Giving

We thank those who generously support our parish.
Thank you for your generosity!

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Archbishop's Charities and Development Drive 2026

Our parish goal for the 2026 ABCD Campaign is $51,863.00

Campaña de Caridades y Desarrollo del Arzobispo de 2026

Nuestra meta parroquial para la Campaña del ABCD 2026 es $51,863.00

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Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Our food pantry needs donations! Collection boxes are available at the entrance of the Church

¡Nuestra despensa de alimentos necesita donaciones! Cajas de colección están disponibles a la entrada de la Iglesia

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The Importance of Church Registration

Being registered in the church, (as well as the use of envelopes) is vital in order for us to issue accurate reference letters that you may require.

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Becoming a godparent/sponsor

Being chosen as a godparent for baptism is an honor, for the godparent traditionally becomes a spiritual companion to the one being baptized in a journey of faith. Please decide if your faith life makes you ready to publicly pledge that you have been leading a life in harmony with the Catholic tradition.

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