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THE ETERNAL WORD OF GOD

Throughout history, countless empires have risen with unmatched power and confidence, only to fade into the pages of history. From mighty kingdoms and vast civilizations to political systems and revolutionary movements, every human institution has had its season. Many ideologies have promised hope, prosperity, justice, or lasting peace. Many philosophies and “isms” have captured the imagination of generations. Yet, despite their influence, they have all been subject to change, decline, or disappearance.

The story of humanity reminds us that nothing built solely on human wisdom is permanent. Governments change, cultures evolve, economies rise and fall, and ideas that once seemed unshakable are eventually replaced by new ones. What one generation celebrates, another may reject. Human opinions shift with time, but God’s truth remains constant.

The Bible declares that Jesus Christ is “the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8) His character does not change, His promises do not fail, and His Word remains trustworthy in every generation. While the world is continually searching for new answers, God’s Word continues to provide timeless wisdom, hope, and direction. It has comforted the broken, strengthened the weak, guided leaders, transformed lives, and pointed countless people toward salvation through every age of history.

The endurance of Scripture is remarkable. It has survived persecution, criticism, censorship, and the rise and fall of civilizations. Kings have tried to suppress it, skeptics have attempted to discredit it, and cultures have sought to replace it, yet it continues to be read, studied, loved, and lived by millions around the world.

This enduring truth offers hope in an uncertain world. When everything around us seems unstable, we can stand firmly on the unchanging foundation of God’s Word. Trends may come and go. Empires may crumble. Ideologies may flourish for a time before fading away. But the truth of God remains eternal.

As believers, our confidence should never rest in the changing systems of this world but in the unchanging God whose Word stands forever. His faithfulness spans every generation, His promises remain true, and His truth will continue long after every empire, ideology, and human achievement has passed away.

“For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations,”
Psalm 100:5

-- Fr. Augustine

Friday, August 7:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel)
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 5:00 p.m. (Chapel)
Saturday, August 8:
Name Tag Weekend
- Anchor & Vine Planning Meeting 4:30 p.m. (Pope)
- Blessing of Students and Teachers at 5:00 p.m. Mass (Church)
- Reconciliation 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. (Church)
- Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. (Church)
Sunday, August 9:
Nineteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
Name Tag Weekend
- Blessing of Students and Teachers at all Masses (Church)
- Mass 7:30 a.m. (Church)
- Mass 9:30 a.m. (Church)
- Mass 11:30 a.m. (Church)
- Father Aidan Cameron-Smith Reception Celebration in the Hall, following our 11:30 a.m. Mass
Monday, August 10:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Men of Faith / Car Show 4:00 p.m. (Parking Lot)
- Christian Meditation 5:30 p.m. (Ignatius)
- Men of Faith Dinner Meeting 6:00 p.m. (Hall)
Tuesday, August 11:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
Wednesday, August 12:
First Day of School for Livermore Valley School District
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- New Testament Bible Study 6:30 p.m. (Church)
Thursday, August 13:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Family Rosary 7:00 p.m. (Chapel)
- Pastoral Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Pope)
- Scout Troop Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Hall)
- St. Vincent de Paul Society Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Oscar)
Friday, August 14:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Health Ministry Meeting 10:00 a.m. (Oscar)
- Eagle Court of Honor 4:00 p.m. (Hall)