“After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, ‘Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.’ ”  

- Matt. 2:1

Dear Friends;

The Danish Philosopher Soren Kierkegaard once wrote:

“Although the scribes could explain where the Messiah should be born, they remained quite unperturbed in Jerusalem. They did not accompany the Wise Men to seek him.” Similarly, men and women throughout the world, whether they profess Jesus as their Savior or not, know of the great event that moved heaven and earth--the birth of Him whom we recognize as the Son of God. Many of us however, although we profess Jesus as the promised Messiah, will not be courageous enough to venture on a journey to meet him personally. 

The members of Saint Eulalia Church are always the exception. We all look forward to celebrating together the great mystery of Emmanuel--God with us. We journey to our Little Bethlehem on the corner of Ninth Ave and the Ike because like the Magi we have seen the star and, like the shepherds in the field, we have received the great news: “For us, a Savior is born.”

I pray that my Christmas greeting to you, written on behalf of the staff of Saint Eulalia and your fellow parishioners, brings JOY to your entire household. Sadness should have no place on the birthday of life! I look forward to personally wishing you a Merry Christmas and abundant blessings for the New Year in one of our Liturgical Celebrations.

I also would like to thank you for giving me the privilege of being your Parish Priest; for your love; your care; support and encouragement—and most especially, for your generosity. Saint Eulalia couldn’t possible continue being the vibrant community that we are without her faithful members who, like the Magi from the East, seek Jesus and present to him the best of what they have. 
 

Feliz Navidad y Prospero Año Nuevo;
 

Tu amigo y hermano;

Fr. Carmelo Méndez, Pastor.