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BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Attentive to the Word
Second Sunday After Pentecost
Matthew 4: 18 - 23
When Christ was choosing his Apostles, he did not make the choice by random selection. Rather, he chose specific men from various walks of life to bring his name to people all over the world. Neither does Christ address his invitations “to whom it may concern!” But he calls each one of us by our own name. The choosing of the Apostles varies from Gospel to Gospel and sometimes within the same Gospel there may be several accounts. These differences in the accounts are not important but rather the importance lies in the similarities between God’s choosing of the Apostles and His choosing of each one of us.
The four particular men in today’s Gospel message were ordinary fishermen involved with life and hard at work with their jobs. In fact, they were right in the middle of a very important part of their work. They were either busy casting their nets or trying to get their nets in order for a cast. Yet, the importance of Christ’s call was more important than anything else they were involved in. “Immediately they abandoned their nets and became his followers.”
At the time of our baptisms, we were each chosen by name to follow Christ; to lead a Christian life according to his example. No matter who we were or what we are now, we have been chosen by Christ to bring God’s love and his message of hope to those who are in our lives. We were chosen once and for all, but Christ continually calls us many times throughout each and every day of our life. We may be deeply involved in a very important part of our work, and someone may interrupt us with a seemingly trivial matter, or we may be relaxing during a much-needed rest period and be aroused by an unsuspecting person. Yet, any interruption or distraction that may come our way is Christ’s way of reminding us that God’s love is more important than what we are involved in. Or he may be calling us to share God’s kindness and patience with someone near us. When distractions and frustrations set in when nobody is around, then Christ may be calling us to a time of prayer or conversation with God.
If we feel that we are unworthy to proclaim the good news of the kingdom, then we are on the right track! Jesus did not choose perfect men to bring love to others. As God, He not only knows our present sins but also, he knows our future faults. He not only calls us as we are, but more importantly he calls us for what we can become. He chose us! Now it is our chance to choose to follow him.
Following Christ does not necessarily mean that we have to perform some type of missionary work in uncharted territories. Rather, following Christ means making his calling an active part of our life; doing missionary work within our own hearts and being the message of Christ for those who he brings to us.
(By Fr. John Mack)
In the Gospel Reading for St. John (17:1-13) we have one of the most intimate sections of his Gospel. It is the prayer of Jesus as He looks back over His ministry. He also used all the opportunities the Lord gives us by always living in the future. “Tomorrow, I will get down to my spiritual life.” “Tomorrow, I will start spending more time with my family.” “Tomorrow, we’ll reconcile.”
This Epistle Reading is a real warning to us to be honest with God and ourselves as well as to constantly make the effort to be active members of the Body of the Christ, the Church!
(Matt. 7:20).
April 26, 2026
Sunday of The Paralytic Man
Divine Liturgies
Saturdays: 5:00 PM
Sundays: 10:00 AM
Day of Week Feast Days: 6:30 PM
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Founded on Christmas Day—January 7, 1925—Saints Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church has been both a witness to and an active participant in the rich history of Warren, Ohio. Many of our parishioners, descended from founding families, and have established deep roots in the community. At the same time, we are blessed to welcome new families from diverse cultural and religious traditions. This growing diversity truly reflects the beauty of the universal Church.
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Saints Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church is a member of the Byzantine Catholic Metropolitan Church of Pittsburgh who through the Holy Spirit is called to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As a community and family, we grow in faith and in the image and likeness of God by dedicating ourselves to welcoming, celebrating and caring for all of God’s people.
Mysteries
Byzantine Rite Mysteries are foundational to our faith. Have questions? A brief overview is provided for each Mystery along with actionable requirements for each.
- The Holy Mystery of Reconciliation (Confession)
- The Holy Eucharist (Communion)
- The Holy Mystery of Baptism (Christening)
- Chrismation The Seal of The Holy Spirit (Confirmation)
- The Holy Mystery of Matrimony (Crowning Ceremony)
- Anointing of The Sick
- Christian Burial According to The Byzantine Rite Tradition
Pastoral Services
Pastoral Services are often time-sensitive concerns. Please contact the office to make an appointment with Father Miron.
- Spiritual Direction
- Parish Membership
- Baptisim (Godparents/Sponsor Letters)
- Reconcilliation (Confession)
- Anointing
- Visitation of the Sick
- Funerals
Rectory Office Hours
We are happy to welcome you and assist you with any parish needs. Lisa Mosko is in the Parish Office from 11:30 am–2:30 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Father Miron is available at other days and times by scheduled appointment.
Rectory Office: 330-372-1875
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