Pastor's Messages from March 2026

My dear brothers and sisters, Praise to You Lord Jesus Christ! Palm Sunday often brings back simple yet powerful memories. I recall how palms were carefully woven into beautiful shapes—crosses, doves, signs of faith—and then placed in our homes, doors, and even our cars. These were not merely decorations; they were reminders that Jesus Christ must be at the center of our lives. Today, we begin Holy Week with two striking moments. First, the joyful entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem.…

Dear brothers & sisters, Praise God! As we journey through this Fifth Sunday of Lent, the Church invites us to stand honestly before the “tombs” in our lives—those places where hope seems buried, where sin weighs heavily, or where faith has grown weak. Yet the message of today’s readings is not one of condemnation, but of life, renewal, and resurrection. The prophet Ezekiel proclaims God’s powerful promise: “I am going to open your graves and bring you up from your…

My dear friends, Praise be Jesus Christ now and forever! As many of you know, on March 30th at 7:00 pm, our Diocese will gather in Immaculate Conception Church for the annual Chrism Mass. This is one of the most beautiful celebrations of our diocesan life. During this sacred liturgy, our bishop blesses the Oil of the Sick and the Oil of Catechumens, and consecrates the Sacred Chrism that will be used throughout the year in our parishes. These holy…

My brothers and sisters, Praise God! Like many of you, I was happy to hear that this may be the last time we change our clocks. Our province is preparing to adopt permanent year-round daylight saving time, a change meant to support people’s well-being, reduce disruptions for families, and give us a little more light in the evening during the darker months. In a small way, it reminds us how much we appreciate light. Last Sunday, March 1, marked my…