Message from Fr. Vince
During this period of the COVID-19 pandemic I am compelled to reach out to our Faith Community requesting your prayers for all who are experiencing health issues, financial distress, job loss or isolation during these difficult times. Now is the time for us to be the Church that God wants us and needs us to be. Yes we need to rely on health professionals for advice and best practices. Yet, as a Church, we need to entrust our lives to Christ and have the confidence our Faith will give us the strength to overcome the challenges confronting us today. Here at Assumption Parish our vibrant ministries, faith formation and outreach have been severely disrupted by the pandemic. Most concerning is the significant decline in Mass attendance this summer and a concurrent reduction of 50% in parish income. This has placed a tremendous strain on our ability to operate and maintain our parish facilities. So, today I humbly ask for your generous financial support. The pandemic has changed so much of our daily lives for the time-being. But it has not changed our need to carry on as the Assumption Parish community, supporting our Catholic faith and ministries. For those having reduced or suspended your contributions to Assumption Parish, I respectfully ask for resumption of your ongoing support. For those blessed with financial stability at this time, please consider increasing your regular support to help us through this difficult period. And, for those presently unable to contribute, please pray for us and for a future of vibrant liturgy, ministry and service to our Community of Faith. Online giving is now available for Assumption parishioners and visitors to make one-time & recurring donations in lieu of the support you graciously give during Mass. Please go to: https://www.myowngiving.com/Default.aspx?cid=1599 and follow a few simple steps. You may also contribute using your mobile device by downloading MyParishApp, enable location services and select Assumption Parish. Another way to give is by signing-up for credit card authorization at the office or simply mailing your donation to Assumption Parish. May God grant us a reprieve from this terrible illness through the intercession of Our Lady of Assumption, and through Christ, Our Lord. Sincerely Yours in Christ, Rev. Vincent R. Juan, JCL Pastor |
Welcome!
Dear Friends, Welcome to our beautiful corner of the world! – to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Truckee, California, and Our Lady of the Lake Mission Church in Kings Beach, California. This is a very exciting time to be part of the parish as we continue to grow and bring inspired people together to respond to the ever-growing needs of our diverse community. Our parish population comprises Anglos and Hispanics, with a vibrant mix of retired people, active working men and women, and young families. The parish is enriched also by the presence of many part-time residents and numerous visitors throughout the year. Since the parish was established in 1869, countless Friends, Welcome to our beautiful corner of the world! – to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Truckee, California, and Our Lady of the Lake Mission Church in Kings Beach, California. This is a very exciting time to be part of the parish as we continue to grow and bring inspired people together to respond to the ever-growing needs of our diverse community. Our parish population comprises Anglos and Hispanics, with a vibrant mix of retired people, active working men and women, and young families. The parish is enriched also by the presence of many part-time residents and numerous visitors throughout the year. Since the parish was established in 1869, countless men and women have labored in this part of the Lord’s vineyard. Today, we are grateful to almighty God and proud of where we are as a Church and excited about where we are headed. It was through the support and cooperation of the people from the past and present that the Church is where it is now. Your generosity and continued support will help shape the future of our parish and help pave our way into tomorrow. May our good Lord continue to bless you and your family abundantly and may our Blessed Mother be your inspiration as you continue to do God’s will. Sincerely yours in Christ, Rev. Vincent R. Juan, JCL, Pastor Bienvenidos Queridos Amigos: Bienvenidos a nuestra bonita area - a la Parroquia de la Asuncion de la Santisima Virgen Maria en Truckee, California, y a Nuestra Señora del Lago Iglesia Mision en Kings Beach, California. Ahora es un tiempo muy emocionante de ser parte de la parroquia, como continuamos creciendo y atraer juntos gente inspirada por responder a las necessidades en constante crecimiento de nuestra comunidad muy diversa. La populacion de nuestra parroquia incluye Anglosajones y Hispanos, con una mescal vibrante de jubilacionantes, hombres y mujers activos y trabajadores, y familias jóvenes. La parroquia esta enriquiesida también por la presencia de muchos residentes de tempolares y numerosos visitantes durante el ano. La parroquia fue fundada en 1869, hombres y mujeres sin numero han trabajado en este parte del Divino Senor. Hoy en día, estamos agradecidos con Dios todopoderoso y orgulloso de donde somos como Iglesia y emocionado acerca de donde nos dirigimos. Fue a traves del apoyo y la coperación de las personas del pasado y del presente, gracias a ellos la Iglesia esta donde esta ahora. Su generosidad y apoyo continuo nos ayudara a dar forma al futuro de nuestra parroquia y ayudar a llanar el camino hacia el mañana. Que nuestro Senor Jesucristo continue bendiciendo a usted y a su familia abundantemente y que nuestra Santisima Madre sea su inspiración para continúan haciendo la voluntad de Dios. Sinceramente en Cristo, Rev. Vincent R. Juan, JCL, Pastor |