Pastor’s Messages

Beloved sisters and brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! This week, I had the joy of visiting our school. It was wonderful to see our teachers preparing their classrooms, organizing their schedules, and getting everything ready for the new school year. Seeing their enthusiasm and dedication filled my heart with gratitude. Before the students even arrive, so much loving work is already being done. Their example connects beautifully with our celebration of Labour Day. Work is more than simply…

My brothers and sisters in Christ, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! The readings for this 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time invite us to discover that following Jesus Christ is not always easy, comfortable, or popular. Prophet Jeremiah experiences rejection and suffering because he faithfully proclaims God’s Word. Yet he cannot remain silent, for God’s word burns within him like a fire. His struggle reminds us that authentic discipleship sometimes demands courage, perseverance, and trust when the road becomes difficult.…

My dear Friends, Praise to You Lord Jesus Christ! This Sunday’s readings invite us to reflect on God’s call to faithful stewardship, humble trust, and courageous faith. In the Gospel, Jesus asks His disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” Peter responds, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus then entrusts Peter with the keys of the Kingdom and calls him to be a rock upon which He will build His Church. This connects beautifully…

My sisters and brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus! This week, our faith has been challenged by the wildfire calamity, especially in our neighbouring community of Summerland. Yet, in the midst of uncertainty and fear, we have witnessed something beautiful: people coming together with compassion, generosity, and courage. I am deeply grateful for everyone, especially our Catholic Parishes in Penticton, who have responded with love by providing shelter, food, supplies, and a place of welcome for those in need. Let…

My dear brothers and sisters,  Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! The readings for this Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time invite us to discover God’s presence amid life’s storms. During these summer months, our parish welcomes many visitors. Along with joyful vacations come unexpected hardships. Just this week, a couple came to our parish after losing their belongings while searching for family members here in Penticton. They were stranded, anxious, and unsure where to turn. Like so many others who…

My dear beloved brothers and sisters, This week our parish family was blessed to host our annual Vacation Bible School (VBS), “Rainforest Falls”, with more than 85 children from our Catholic parishes in Penticton. Every morning they gathered with joyful hearts to discover the beauty of God’s creation, pray together, sing, learn Scripture, and grow in faith. We planted seeds of faith in their young hearts, trusting that God will continue to nurture them throughout their lives. My heartfelt thanks…

My sisters and brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! Summer reminds us of God’s goodness and generosity. We enjoy longer days, time with family, and the beauty of creation. Yet this season also confronts us with difficult realities. Wildfires, smoke-filled skies, intense heat, and prolonged drought remind us that creation is suffering. Global warming challenges us to become better stewards of God’s gifts. In these moments, we are invited not to lose hope but to pray with discerning hearts,…

My beloved brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus! “How are you?” It is such a simple question, yet sometimes one of the hardest to answer. As we journey through life, we discover that living well is not simply about getting everything done, but about learning how to let God shape our hearts in the middle of our daily routines. When parish life becomes busy with meetings, Masses, and pastoral responsibilities, I often take a walk with my dogs.…

My brothers and sisters, Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ! This past Wednesday, many of the priests of our diocese traveled a long distance to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of our brother priest, Fr. Paul John Irumba. The journey took time and effort, but it was worth every mile because love always finds a reason to go. We did not travel because it was convenient; we traveled because relationships matter. Today’s Scripture reminds us of another journey—the journey of God’s…

My dear beloved brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! This past Wednesday, we celebrated our annual outdoor Mass for Canada Day at Selby Park. It was a beautiful day filled with prayer, fellowship, and gratitude. Around one hundred parishioners and visitors gathered to celebrate the Holy Eucharist, followed by refreshments and joyful conversations. Thank you to everyone who helped organize this wonderful celebration. It reminded us how blessed we are to live in this beautiful country, enjoying…