Lent is primarily the time of intense spiritual preparation for conquering our temptations, using the means Jesus used during his forty days of preparation in the desert for his public life. It is also the time of repenting for our sins and renewing our lives so that we can celebrate Easter with our Risen Lord who conquered sin and death by His passion, death and resurrection. Today’s readings teach us that we are always tempted by the devil, by the world, and by our own selfish interests. So, we need to cooperate actively with God’s grace, if we are to conquer our temptations and practice prayer, self-control, and charity.

It is not a coincidence that today, the first Sunday of Lent, the church presents us with the theme of temptation to prepare us for the challenges ahead. In the first reading we read the classical story of the fall of the first Adam. It describes the “Original Temptation” – “you will be like gods who know what is good and what is evil.” Adam and Eve were given the freedom to make a choice to live for God, dependent upon, and obedient to, His will, or to say no to God. The temptation to evil led Adam and Eve to an act of faithlessness and sin. In the gospel we see Jesus’ threefold temptations and his phenomenal victory, the rise of the second Adam. St. Matthew shows us how Jesus Christ conquered temptation by relying on faith in God’s Word and authority. St. Paul, in the second reading, contrasted the first Adam, the gate of sin, from the second Adam, the gate of grace and mercy. He describes how the disobedience of Adam, who fell to Satan’s Original Temptation, brought him and us sin, death, and a broken relationship with God. St. Paul explains that Christ regained for us a right relationship with God by his perfect obedience to God His Father.

All readings today give us great insight on truth and the reality of temptation and the tempter. All the claims of the devil do not correspond with truth. He claims to have powers which he has not. He claims to possess knowledge which he has not. In the first reading today, the devil deceived Adam and Eve to believe that they will be like God if they eat the forbidden fruit. He is indeed the father of lies. All his promises are fake. No one gives what he does not have. But the devil did not succeed with Jesus because truth and falsehood have nothing in common.

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The Holy Hour is a time of prayer dedicated to the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament—the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Through transubstantiation, the substance of the bread and wine is transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit into the Body and Blood of Christ, while their outward appearance remains the same, bread and wine. The Eucharist is reverently displayed in a sacred vessel known as the monstrance. In this sacred time, we come before the Lord with humility, gratitude, and love.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches us that, “Adoration is the first attitude of man acknowledging that he is a creature before his Creator. It exalts the greatness of the Lord who made us and the almighty power of the Savior who sets us free from evil.” (CCC 2628)
Saint Josemaría Escrivá reminds us of the profound mystery we encounter in the Eucharist: “There He is: He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. He is hidden in the Bread. He humbled Himself to such an extent out of love for you.”

We invite you to sign up for a Holy Hour in our St. Michael The Archangel Blessed Sacrament Chapel, and spend time with Christ who humbles Himself and waits for us in the Blessed Sacrament, or to come on  Thursdays at 8:00pm to the Holy Hour organized by the Youth Group of our parish.

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La Hora Santa es un tiempo de oración dedicado a la adoración del Santísimo Sacramento: la presencia real de Jesucristo en la Eucaristía. Mediante la transubstanciación, la sustancia del pan y del vino se transforma por el poder del Espíritu Santo, en el Cuerpo y la Sangre de Cristo, mientras que su apariencia externa permanece igual, pan y vino. La Eucaristía se expone con reverencia en un recipiente sagrado iluminado. En este tiempo sagrado, nos presentamos ante el Señor con humildad y gratitud.

El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica nos enseña que, “La adoración es la primera actitud del hombre que se reconoce criatura ante su Creador. Exalta la grandeza del Señor que nos ha creado y la omnipotencia del Salvador que nos libera del mal”. (CCC 2628)

San Josemaría Escrivá nos recuerda el profundo misterio que encontramos en la Eucaristía: "Ahí está Él: es el Rey de reyes y Señor de señores. Está oculto en el Pan. Se humilló hasta tal punto por amar a ti".

Te invitamos a inscribirte para una Hora Santa en nuestra Capilla del Santísimo Sacramento San Miguel Arcángel, y a prestar tiempo con Cristo, quien se humilla y nos espera en el Santísimo Sacramento, o a unirte a la Hora Santa organizada por el Grupo Juvenil de nuestra parroquia, todos los jueves a las 800pm .

Sign up for the holy hour here
Inscríbete en la hora santa aquí ​

The work of our church supported through the ABCD is more than charitable, it is sacramental a visible expression of Christ's love in our community.

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One final time, the presiding celebrant reminds us that we are in the presence of God by greeting us with the scriptural words, “The Lord be with you” (Jgs 6:12). We affirm that mystery with our response, “And with your Spirit”.

On most Sundays, the priest then blesses us simply in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. On special occasions, more lengthy solemn blessings may be given, or the priest may offer what is known as a Prayer over the People.

For many centuries, the blessing was given after the dismissal. The reforms of the Second Vatican Council moved it to the more appropriate time preceding the dismissal.

18 de febrero de 2026
del 7:00pm al 9:00pm
St. Katherine Drexel, Weston

Estudio de formación presencial

¡El estudio fundacional mujeres de gracia ofrece formación sobre la hermosa misión, para la cual Dios nos creó y temas fascinantes como la obediencia, sabiduría, eucaristía, y el perdón. Aprenderemos sobre la doctrina de nuestra iglesia católica, la importancia de la misa, la vida de 16 santas y sobre María como modelo de vida y ejemplo nuestro!

Información e inscripciones

Maria Mercedes Tenorio
(305) 608-5894

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February 18, 2026
7:00pm to 9:00pm
St. Katharine Drexel, Weston

In-person formation study

The foundational Women of Grace study offers formation on the beautiful mission for which God created us and explores fascinating topics such as obedience, wisdom, the Eucharist, and forgiveness. We will learn about the doctrine of our Catholic Church, the importance of the Mass, the lives of 16 saints, and Mary as our model and example of life.

Information and registration

Maria Mercedes Tenorio
(305) 608-5894

February 18, 2026

• 7:00am English
• 8:30am English
• 12:00pm Spanish
• 4:00pm English
• 6:00pm English
• 8:00pm Spanish

February 21 ^st - 9:00am to 5:00pm

The Box
220 NW 180th Ave, Pembroke Pines

We want to invite you to join us on our Day Retreat! Breakfast will not be provided, but lunch will be included. We’ll have 80 spots for middle school and 115 spots for high school students. Please note that transportation to the location is not included. Cost will be $20.

RSVP and pay by
Wednesday, Feb. 18th
Click here

Friday, February 20 ^th & Saturday, February 21 ^st

Location: St. John Vianney College Seminary
2900 SW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33165

Contact for Registration
FREE ONLINE REGISTRATION
www.ready2manup.com

Saturday, February 21, 2026 - 5:30pm
The Cathedral of St. Mary

Celebrant:
The Most Reverend Thomas G Wenski, Archbishop of Miami

All couples married in the Catholic Church celebrating their Paper (1 ^st year), Silver (25 ^th year), or Gold+ (50 ^th + year) wedding anniversary in 2026 are cordially invited.

During mass, couples will renew their marriage promises.

Couples wishing to have their photograph taken with Archbishop Wenski are encouraged to arrive by 4:00pm .

Tuesday, February 22, 2026 - 6:00pm

We invite all young adults to join us for this activity to grow as a community and bond with each other.

Location

950 N Flamingo Rd Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

miércoles,
25 de febrero de 2026 - 9:15am
St. Katharine Drexel
Catholic Parish

EVENTO GRATUITO

Un encuentro para fortalecer lazos, intercambiar aprendizajes y abrir puertas a nuevas colaboraciones.

Te invitamos a un espacio cercano y enriquecedor para reencontrarte con empresarios y emprendedores de la comunidad, conocer nuevas personas y ver a quienes hace tiempo no ves, en un ambiente ideal para compartir ideas y experiencias.

¡Te esperamos!

Regístrate y participa
skdrexel.org/opportunity-weston

Every 3 ^rd Sunday of the Month - 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Portable: St. Peter & St Paul

Get to learn more about the holy scriptures with Fr. Omar

Where we learn how history, tradition and the Word of God converge.

Sunday, March 1^st
9:00am – 4:00pm

Your blood drive is only a week away.

El taller comenzó
jueves, 5 de febrero de 2026
de 7:30pm a 9:30pm
En el salón St. Vincent de Paul (portable)

• ¿Quieres descubrir el amor infinito que se vive en Dios?
• ¿Quieres aprender a tener una relación íntima, de tú a tú, con el Señor?
• ¿Quieres conocer verdaderamente a Cristo para luego imitarlo?

No te pierdas esta oportunidad de profundizar en la intimidad con Dios.

Verónica Rubio
(954) 439-2116

Friday, March 20^th
8:30pm – 11:00pm
St. Katharine Drexel
Catholic Parish

$30 includes

Lasagna, pizza, cannoli, and beverage wine can be purchased at extra cost

Fundraising for the Parish School & New Church Building

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From Monday, February 23^rd
to Monday, March 30^th

Confessions:

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:15pm to 6:45pm

and Saturdays from 8:30am to 10:00am

Sábados:
21 de marzo | 25 de abril
23 de mayo - 9:30am a 12:00pm

Duración: 4 sesiones
Donación Sugerida: $35

Un ministerio que, teniendo a la Sagrada Familia como modelo, busca que cada persona/familia conquiste un lugar de oración y vinculación dentro de su hogar...

Un pequeño altar familiar donde todos recen unidos.

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Saturdays:
March 21 | April 25
May 23 - 9:30am to 12:00pm

Duration: 4 sessions
Suggested Donation: $35

A ministry that, having the Holy Family as a model, seeks for each person/family to establish a place of prayer and connection within their home...

A small family altar where everyone prays together.

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Información / Information: skdfamilyaltar@gmail.com
Regístrate aquí / Register here

April 10 ^th , 11 ^th and 12 ^th
Weston, FL

REGISTER HERE

April 18 and 19, 2026 - 8:30am to 6:00pm

• A healing retreat for adult children of divorce or separation

Early Bird Cost: $150 per person until March 1 ^st
This price includes meals and all retreat materials.

Questions: cshaw@theadom.org

Madonna Retreat
Center 3600 SW 32 Blvd - West Park, FL 33023

Register now