This weekend we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the Universal King. This solemnity, which acknowledges the sovereignty of Jesus and our belonging in that kingdom , marks the end of Ordinary Time in the liturgical calendar. And Advent begins next weekend. As the culmination of the liturgical season, this solemnity confirms that all of creation and all of time are within the rule of our Lord Jesus Christ. It sums up all of history in Christ who is both the alpha and omega, the origin and destination of all of creation.

This weekend we celebrate the Dedication of St. John Lateran Basilica in Rome. We mark Veteran's Day and give our gratitude to those who serve and pray for those who have died in the line of duty. In November, we pray for the souls of our dearly departed. It is a good time to prepare for our own end as well. Our Annual State of the Parish Report will be released next weekend, November 16. It will cover in more detail our presentation from the State of the Parish Address as well as publish some of what we heard as a result of our listening Sessions.