St Monica Catholic Community Media Center

Happy Feast of St. Monica! Today we are reminded of the story of St. Monica, her son St. Augustine and his ultimate conversion, and how the city of Santa Monica got it's name.

This feast day is also a time to hold up, celebrate and remember all of the great women who have become the fabric of our lives, having done extraordinary AND ordinary things that make a HUGE difference in this world. We especially hold up the religious women in this country and abroad.

Peter said in today's gospel: "Lord, where can we go? You have the words of eternal life."

These words can be a source of strength and comfort, as our Church continues to struggle with challenges and disappointments. But this question from Peter is really at the center - the core of our faith. May we have the strength of Peter and the faith of St. Monica to carry us through the difficult times. And may we continue to celebrate the life of this great woman, St. Monica!