St Anthony of Padua Honduras Mission

10/20/2026

🌶️🇭🇳 MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!

The Saints of Spice brought the heat at Chili-Fest! 🔥

Huge thanks to Cathy Neil & the Catholic Daughters for hosting, and to everyone who helped make our St. Anthony Mission Outpost a success!

10/16/2026

10/13/2026

THE SAINTS HAVE BEEN CALLED!

We're excited to announce that Saint Anthony of Padua Mission to Honduras is entering the church Chili Cook-Off!

Meet... 🌶️ THE SAINTS OF SPICE 🌶️

Our mission: Bring the Heat. Serve the Mission.🇭🇳🌶️🔥

Come hungry. Come curious.
And come prepared for some Holy Heat!

7th Annual Chili Fest & Silent Auction
Saturday, October 17, 2026
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM @ St. Anthony Gym

10/01/2026

🔥 EMBER PROJECT | OCTOBER

The Will of God & The Word of Life

“For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is a man who looks at his own face in the mirror.”— James 1:22

James compares God's Word to a mirror. It shows us something—but then we must decide what to do with what we see.

“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father in heaven.”
— Matthew 7:21

This month, ask: What is God showing me—and what is He asking me to do?

Read our October reflection, including a lesson from our Honduras Mission: https://hondurasmissionstaop.com/news/2026/10/1/ember-project-october

THE WILL OF GOD & THE WORD OF LIFE: A MOMENT TO REMEMBER Think of a recent moment when you knew what the right or loving thing to do was—but you had to make a choice. Perhaps you needed to apologize, even though you felt you were right. You saw someone who needed help, but you were a

09/10/2026

The 2027 Mission Application is open! https://hondurasmissionstaop.com/important-dates/2026/9/10/2027-honduras-mission-early-application-submission-ehwkz-8jx6c

09/01/2026

❤️ EMBER PROJECT | SEPTEMBER: GOD IS LOVE ❤️

This month, our parish begins the EMBER Project—an invitation to take a short passage of Scripture and intentionally live it in our everyday lives.

Our September Word of Life is:

“God is love, and whoever remains in love remains in God and God in him.”
— 1 John 4:16

What happens when we bring these words into a real moment of frustration, fear, impatience, or hurt?

When we experience God's love, it can become an inner flame that changes how we respond—and how we love others.

🔥 This month, don't just read the Word. Live it.

Discover the September reflection and challenge: http://hondurasmissionstaop.com/news/2026/9/1/ember-project-september

07/25/2026

🎒📚 As families prepare for a new school year, Field Days are often among the most anticipated—and memorable—days for kids!

Our longstanding partnership with La Finca del Niño (Farm of the Child) has blessed our mission in so many ways. After COVID, we began an annual Field Day where our missionaries have the opportunity to step away from their usual roles, play, laugh, and simply enjoy time with the children of La Finca.

💙 Want to discover more about our partnership with La Finca—and read Lilia's inspiring faith journey?

Sometimes one "YES" to God can become a lifetime of service.

United In Service: La Finca - Honduras Mission

07/18/2026

As summer slowly gives way to a new school year, you may find yourself smiling each time you drive past a neighborhood park. The swings sway back & forth, children's laughter fills the air, & you can't help but be transported back to a special moment high on the mountainside of Honduras.

Do you remember watching our Logistics Team work tirelessly under the hot Honduran sun to build a playground where none had existed before? Before long, the quiet hillside was filled with the joyful sounds of children soaring through the air on brand-new swings—a gift that brought endless smiles & continues to bless the village each & every day.

That playground is much more than wood, bolts, & swings. It is a lasting tribute to one of our own missionaries whose family's extraordinary generosity transformed a place of hope into a place of joy. Max's legacy reminds us that even the simplest gifts can leave an eternal impact.

Take a few moments to read the beautiful story behind the playground & discover how one life continues to inspire countless others to serve.

And as you reflect on what God has accomplished through our mission, keep an eye out...the 2027 Honduras Mission Application will be opening soon! Perhaps God is calling you to be part of the next chapter in this incredible journey.

INTRODUCING BISHOP JENRY

06/26/2026

🎉 Honduras Mission Reunion is Almost Here! 🎉

We can't wait to see everyone this weekend as we come together to reconnect, celebrate, & make new memories as one mission family!

Bring your smiles, your family, & your excitement—we're looking forward to a night filled with fellowship, fun, & celebration. See you there! ❤️🙌

06/04/2026

As we gather tonight for our Mission Commissioning Mass and receive the prayers and blessings of our parish community, I invite you to spend a few moments with our latest reflection, "Preparing Your Heart for Honduras."

May it help us shift our focus from packing our bags to preparing our hearts, remembering that the greatest gift we bring on a mission is not what we carry, but the love of Christ we share. ✝️🇭🇳 ❤️

ANSWERING A CALL. As we prepare to depart for Honduras, our suitcases may be nearly packed, our supplies organized, & our plans finalized. Yet the most important preparation is not what we carry in our hands—it is what we carry in our hearts. Mission work is far more than providing med