Gospel Meditation
April 19, 2026
3rd Sunday of EasterA When I first read Homer’s Odyssey as a teenager, one scene captured my imagination: Odysseus finally returning home after 20 years, yet no one recognized him. Disguised as a beggar, he speaks with his wife, his son, and even his enemies. He is fully present, yet hidden. Only at the right moment does he reveal himself, and everyone realizes he has been with them all along. I was struck by the mystery that he could be so close to his loved ones, and yet they simply could not identify him.
A similar mystery is at the heart of today’s Gospel. Two disciples walk the road to Emmaus with Jesus, but “their eyes were prevented from recognizing him.” (Luke 24:16) He listens, teaches, and eats with them, yet they remain blind until he breaks the bread. Suddenly their eyes are opened and at that very moment, he vanishes. His disappearance is not absence. Rather, it is revelation. The Risen Lord is now present in a new way, in the breaking of the bread and in the life of His Church.
Faith is this shift of vision. Instead of searching for a visible Jesus as if he were absent, we learn to recognize him unveiled in hidden ways in Scripture proclaimed, in the Eucharist, in the sacraments, in the very life of the Church.
And what is true of him is true of us. Just as he disappears into the mission of his Body, we too are meant to be hidden in him. When we live hidden in Christ, we are seen for who we really are.
— Father John Muir
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Meditación del Evangelio
19 de Abril de 2026
III Domingo de PascuaSeñor Jesús, haz que comprendamos las Escrituras y enciende nuestro corazón mientras las escuchamos cada domingo en la Eucaristía. Es tu Palabra viva y eficaz la que enciende nuestro corazón, como a los discípulos de Emaús. ¡Qué alegría tan grande tener a Jesús Eucaristía entre nosotros como alimento vivo para el camino! Jesús se acerca discretamente en nuestra vida de cada día; se une a nosotros, nos consuela y nos anima a seguir adelante. No les dijiste al principio quién eras, sino que les explicaste las Escrituras para que ellos mismos te reconocieran. Aunque fue tarde, lo hicieron: te invitaron a su casa, y allí surgió el milagro de reconocerte.
¿Dónde reconoces tú a Jesús en tu vida? ¿En qué etapa de tu historia se ha unido a ti?
Ayúdanos, Jesús, a sentir tu presencia en nuestra vida; que no pases desapercibido, a pesar del ruido y la monotonía del día a día. “Quédate con nosotros, ya está cayendo la tarde y se termina el día. Entró, pues, para quedarse con ellos” (Lucas 24:29). Así de importante es el camino de Emaús, que escuchamos cada tercer Domingo de Pascua. Jesús explica las Escrituras por el camino, no en una sinagoga; se le invita a quedarse en casa porque el día se acaba, y lo más hermoso: parte el pan para todos nosotros. No hay mejor manera de continuar celebrando la Pascua que invitar a Jesús Resucitado a casa, para platicar con Él, contarle lo que nos pasa, las alegrías y las tristezas, por medio de la oración. Para que Él renueve nuestra esperanza y nuestra fe.
¡Feliz Pascua!
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Entering Canaan
Day of Prayer and Healing for Men
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Do you or someone you know suffer from an abortion experience?
Come back to God who is Love & Mercy.
Contact:
Archdiocese of Miami/Respect Life Ministry
Project Rachel Ph: (954) 981-2984
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Día de Oración y Sanación para Hombres
Sábado, 25 de Abril de 2026
Tú o alguien que conoces ha sido herido por una experiencia de aborto?
Regresa a Dios que es Amor y Misericordia.
Bible Study / Estudio Bíblico
Next Meetings (Alternate Mondays):
- April 20th
- May 4th
- May 11th
- May 18th
Led by: Fr. Juan Carlos Salazar & Mike Palma.
Call the office to register now: (305) 751-0005English and Spanish Class
Meet at the Parish Center (9221 Biscayne Blvd.)
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St Martha Marian Group
St Martha Marian Group Join Our Bilingual Rosary.
First Saturday Of The Month At 7:00am With Procession Outside The Church May 2nd.
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Unase A Nuestro Rosario Bilingue.
Primer Sabado Del Mes A Las 7:00am Con Procesion Afuera De La Iglesia Mayo 2.
Memorial Scholarship
Applications now available at the parish office!
To apply, must be:
- A graduating high school student pursuing higher education.
- An active member at St. Martha's Church.
Final application deadline: April 27th, 2026
Fill Online Download Form Fill and submit form to st.marthamenofstjoseph@gmail.com
Catholic Prayer Corner
Dear Jesus, May your mercy flow over us, filling our gaps and healing our wounds. Open our hearts more deeply with knowledge of your love for us, understanding of the depth of your passion, and trust in your never-ending mercy.
Amen.
Querido Señor, Tu redención ha sido conocida en todas las épocas. Nunca has dejado de invitarnos a acercarnos a tu presencia. Llénanos de nuevo esta temporada de Pascua, trayendo nueva esperanza, nueva vida y nueva luz a nuestro camino.
Amén.
Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel
We are excited to announce that St. Martha's Sacred Heart Adoration Chapel is now open for Eucharistic Adoration.
Jesus is waiting for you!
Open during Parish Office Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Located at St. Martha's Parish, 9221 Biscayne Blvd.
For questions, call the office: (305) 751-0005.
Capilla de Adoración del Sagrado Corazón
Estamos felices de anunciar que la Capilla de Adoración del Sagrado Corazón en Santa Martha ya está abierta para la Adoración Eucarística.
Jesús esta te esperando!
Abierto durante las horas de la Oficina Parroquial:
- Lunes a Viernes: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Ubicado en la Parroquia de Santa Martha, 9221 Biscayne Blvd.
Para preguntas, llame al oficina: (305) 751-0005.
ABCD 2026
St. Martha's ABCD 2026 Goal: $108,347.00
Give Now / Donar en línea Your generosity to the ABCD helps countless individuals and families in need. When we give, we affirm that this is our Church, our mission to serve with heart and compassion.
Together, let’s be instruments of God's mercy and love. If you haven’t yet made your gift, there is still time.Together, let us do good and seek peace.
Meta de ABCD 2026 de St. Martha: $108,347.00
Su generosidad con el ABCD ayuda a innumerables personas y familias necesitadas. Cuando damos, afirmamos que esta es nuestra Iglesia, nuestramisión de servir con corazón ycompasión.
Juntos, seamos instrumentos de la misericordia yel amor de Dios. Si aún no ha hecho su donación, todavía está a tiempo. Juntos, hagamos el bien y busquemos la paz.
Rediscovery Retrouvaille
A weekend for a Marriage Rediscovery
Renew • Reignite • Rediscover your marriage
A weekend to renew and reignite your relationship, learn how to communicate better and rediscover your marriage.
Upcoming Weekends (Miami, FL):
- May 1-3 (Eng)
- July 17-19 (Esp.)
- Sept. 18-20 (Eng)
Registration (305) 915-4607
RetrouvailleMiami@gmail.com
www.marriagerediscovery.orgUn fin de semana para Redescubrir tu Matrimonio
Renueva • Reaviva • Redescubre tu matrimonio
Un fin de semana para reavivar y renovar su relación, aprender a comunicarse major y redescubrir su matrimonio.
Próximos fines de semana (Miami, FL):
- 1-3 de mayo (Inglés)
- 17-19 de julio (Español)
- 18-20 de septiembre (Inglés)
Registraciones (305) 915-4607
RetrouvailleMiami@gmail.com
www.marriagerediscovery.org
Request for Mass Intentions
If you would like to request a Mass Intention for someone, please feel free to go to our Parish Office.
Office Hours:
- Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 4:30pm
For more information, call (305) 751-0005
Si desea solicitar una intención de Misa para alguien, no dude en acudir a nuestra Oficina Parroquial.
Horas de Oficina:
- Lunes a Viernes - 9:00am hasta 4:30pm
Para más información, llame al (305) 751-0005
Respect Life Ministry
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ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE
Bible Study
Alternate Mondays
(Schedule varies - Call the office)
7:30pm
Parish Center / Centro Parroquial
St. Martha Marian Prayer Group
Meetings / Reuniones
First Wednesday of the month / Primer miércoles del més9:00am
Parish Center / Centro Parroquial
Grupo Carismático
Jueves
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Parish Center / Centro Parroquial
Matrimonios en Victoria
Jueves / Thursdays
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Salon Parroquial
St. Martha Marian Prayer Group
Bilingual Rosary / Rosario Bilingüe
First Saturday / Primer Sábado del més7:00am
With Procession Outside The Church / Con Procesion Afuera De La Iglesia
The Men of St. Joseph
Meets every second Tuesday of the month / Segundo martes del més
7:00pm
Parish Center / Centro Parroquial
Sandwich Gang
Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month during School Year
6:30 pm
Parish Center / Centro Parroquial
Emaus Mujeres
Meets the forth Tuesday of the month / Cuarto martes del més
7:00pm
Parish Center / Centro Parroquial
Religious Education Program (CCD)
Every Sunday during school year
8:30am - 10:00am