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Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

August 16, 2026

Alleluia, Alleluia.

"Jesus proclaimed the Gospel of the Kingdom and cured every disease among the people."

Alleluia, Alleluia.

Mass, Adoration, S.O.R., & Prayer Times

Saint John Catholic Church

Physical Location: Mailing Address:

206 Moxee Ave. P.O. Box 128

Naches, WA 98937 Naches, WA 98937

Church Office: 509 - 653-2534

Welcome Home!

"Thus says the Lord:

Observe what is Right, do what is Just;

For my Salvation is about to come, my Justice, about to be revealed."

Fr. Timothy Ring

Sunday Gospel Meditation

August 16, 2026

My Catholic Life!

Daily Reflections

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Bishop Robert Barron's Sunday Sermon

August 16, 2026

Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - 08/16/26

The Holy Gospel According to: Matthew 15:21-28

At that time, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman of that district came and called out, "Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter is tormented by a demon." But Jesus did not say a word in answer to her.

Jesus' disciples came and asked Him, "Send her away for she keeps calling after us." Jesus said in reply, "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel." But the woman came and did Jesus homage, saying, "Lord help me."

He said in reply, "It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs." She said, "Please Lord, for even the dogs eat the scraps that fall from the table of their masters."

Then Jesus said to her in reply, "O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done to you as you wish." And the woman's daughter was healed from that hour.

August 09, 2026

Greetings,

I hope that you are well and surviving the smoke from the fires across the region.

I am late with this email; and all that goes with it. My apologies. As usual, I have attached the bulletin for St. John parish to the "About" pages for your perusal.

In relation to the Mass schedule for the parish this weekend, please note that the Church celebrates the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary this Saturday, August 15 at 8:30am. I have included a primer on this feast for your review at the following link https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/the-assumption-of-mary-in-history

Please note that this morning Mass (8:30am) does not fulfill our obligation as Catholics to attend Mass at a regularly scheduled weekend Mass. I urge you to join the faithful to honor Mary on this day.

On that very point, I have included below, for your review, a link with a primer on our obligation as Catholics to attend Mass each weekend. I also share with you the following website (www.masstimes.org) for your use in locating Mass as you travel throughout the year and, most especially during the summer season.

https://ascensionpress.com/blogs/articles/why-sunday-mass-is-an-obligation?srsltid=AfmBOoop0DxQ-hBuV3t-kIxS-rBKphOCBsAm5l0tlx88a7OVRklTrvSj

Finally, I have attached two documents regarding two important matters: The Spokane Complex Fires "CCEW Wildfire Emergency Fund" poster, attached to the Home Page and the "News" pages, plus the document for My Catholic Will information, attached to the "About" pages. Please note: To enlarge or reduce the size of these documents for better viewing, click the "View" tab, then "Zoom," and choose the % you need, depending on the phone, computer, or tablet you are using.

We here in Central Washington are keenly aware of the havoc and destruction that fire fires can bring into the lives of our lives and the lives of our friends and family members. We have lived through such trials over the years and with the help of our God have come through trials and tribulations. Now is our time to assist our neighbors and friends in Eastern Washington in their struggles. Please join me in providing both financial and spiritual support to those in need "in our own backyard." Please see the flyer for more information.

Blessings to you and your family.

Fr. Brooks

Rev. Brooks F. Beaulaurier

Pastor

St. John Catholic Church

Physical Address:

206 Moxee Avenue

Naches, WA 98937

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 128
Naches, WA 98937

509.653.2534 office

Website: stjohnnaches.org