Pastor's Messages from 2026

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…

My dear brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! This Sunday’s Scriptures invite us to reflect on what it truly means to welcome God into our lives and to live faithfully as His disciples. The story of the Shunammite woman in the First Reading (2 Kings 4:8-16) beautifully illustrates the power of generous hospitality. She recognized Elisha as a holy man of God and welcomed him without expecting anything in return. Her kindness became the doorway through which…

My dear brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! On this Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Word of God invites us to move from fear to trust, from discouragement to hope, and from isolation to communion. Through the experiences of Jeremiah, St. Paul, and Jesus Himself, we are reminded that God never abandons those who remain faithful to Him. The prophet Jeremiah (Jeremiah 20: 10-13), experiences rejection, ridicule, and betrayal. Surrounded by those who seek his downfall,…

My beloved brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! This Sunday’s Scripture readings invite us to reflect on God’s abundant love and our call to grow together as members of His Kingdom. They reminds us that God does not merely call us to believe in Him; He calls us into a relationship with Him and into a community with one another. In the First Reading (Exodus 19:1-6a), God speaks tenderly to the Israelites after rescuing them from slavery.…

Beloved sisters and brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! A mother lovingly prepared lunch for her son every morning before school. She packed his favorite sandwich, fruit, and a note reminding him that she loved him. One day, the boy returned home hungry and tired. His mother asked, “Didn’t you eat the lunch I packed for you?” He replied, “I carried it with me all day, but I never opened it.” Smiling gently, she said, “My love was there…

My beloved sisters & brothers, Have a blessed Trinity Sunday! The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity invites us to contemplate the deepest mystery of our faith: one God in three Divine Persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Although the word “Trinity” does not appear in Sacred Scripture, the reality of the Triune God is revealed throughout salvation history and fully made known in Jesus Christ. Every time we make the Sign of the Cross, pray the “Glory Be,”…

My dear sisters & brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! As we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, the “Birthday of the Church,” we give thanks to God for the gift of the Holy Spirit poured out upon the Apostles and upon each one of us. Pentecost marks the conclusion of the Easter season, yet it is also the beginning of the Church’s mission to proclaim the Good News to all nations. The same Spirit that transformed the Apostles continues to guide,…