Virtual Vigil Light
Lighting the Way
Vigil Light Shrines have been a cherished way to offer prayers since the early church, when candles were lit at the tombs of saints and martyrs. During the Easter Vigil, the priest enters the darkened church with the Easter candle, singing “Christ, Be Our Light,” to which we respond, “Thanks be to God.” Lighting vigil candles signifies our faith in the Light of Christ, allowing us to petition our Lord or ask a saint to pray with us for specific intentions. The candle remains lit to symbolize our continuous prayer, even when we leave the church. "Vigil" comes from the Latin word vigilia, meaning "keeping watch."
We remember in prayer these loved ones:
Dennis, Charlie, Larry, James L., Carrie L., Bea J.
Jim, Martha, , Max, Dolores, Bob, Chris, Sadie, Eric
Erlinda Farol, Leonardo Farol, Bryant Coronel
Bea Jenkins
Jim, Elvira, Jose, & Huck
Jen, Mike, Bess, & Pabs
Niccolo Bantolo
Bryant C.
William Cordero
Flordeliza and Cooper Crisologo
Henry & Eileen Dhuyvetter
Dang Do
Erlinda & Leonardo Farol
Barbara & Michael Finneran
Charleen Frost
Macaria, Arman, Arnold Fuertes
Rafael G
Graciela Gilbert
Jennilyn & Junior Javien
Thanh Khong
Francisco Lee
CS John & Gloria Lee
Sa Luu
Marjorie & Dick McManus
Gerald V. Miller
Edna M. Miller
Hang Nguyen
Alejandra Noble
Ed Peffer
Richard Powers
Jackie Rochefort
Larry Shabe
Benigno Solis Sr.
Dolores Lucero
Raffaela Vitulano
Saundra King
Gennadiy Zhukov
A New Beginning at St. Michael’s
Make A Lasting Mark in our Parish!
For generations, St. Michael’s has been a place where families have gathered to celebrate the Eucharist, receive the Sacraments, pray, mourn, rejoice, and grow together in faith.
Preserve the Legacy II continues that tradition by investing in the renewal of our church and preserving this sacred space for generations to come.
The project has brought meaningful improvements throughout our church, including the restoration of the sanctuary and interior, refinished furnishings, updated lighting, improved audio and visual systems, and other enhancements designed to support our parish's worship and community life.
Our votive candles are more than just a flame.
They are a visible prayer, a quiet offering of faith, hope, remembrance, and devotion.
Our church pews are more than just a place to sit.
They're a haven of fervent prayer, penance, reunion, and
spiritual revival.
In thanks and gratitude...
As we renew our sacred church and preserve its beauty for generations to come, we invite you to become a lasting part of the story of St. Michael’s.
Through Preserve the Legacy II, families have the opportunity to honor, remember, and celebrate those who have shaped their lives and faith through a Votive Candle or Pew Dedication.
A Votive Candle Dedication offers a lasting place of prayer—a visible light offered in memory of a loved one, for a special intention, or in thanksgiving.
A Pew Dedication creates a permanent expression of love and faith within our church, honoring a loved one, celebrating a sacrament, or marking a meaningful milestone.
Whether through the light of a candle or the dedication of a pew, your gift becomes part of the spiritual legacy of St. Michael’s—a lasting expression of faith, prayer, and love for generations to come.
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“Let our light so shine before men, that they may see our good works and give glory to our Father who is in Heaven.”
(Matt. 5:16)
