Pastor's Messages from September 2026

My brothers and sisters in Christ, Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ! This Sunday, the Word of God invites us to look honestly into our hearts and ask a simple but important question: Does my “yes” to God become visible in the way I live? In the Gospel, Jesus tells us about two sons. One says “no” to his father but later changes his mind and goes to work. The other says “yes,” but does not go. The difference is…

My sisters and brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! Last week, we celebrated the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, which is also the Feast of our school. The Cross, once a sign of suffering and death, has become the greatest sign of God’s love. The Cross is God’s “I love you” written across human history. So, when life becomes difficult, do not simply look at the Cross—look to Jesus. Ask Him to help you trust, serve…

My beloved brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus! As we begin another school year, I give thanks to God for the blessings He continues to pour upon our parishes and school community. We rejoice in the growth of our educational ministry. This year, we have added Grade 10 to the newly extended St. Carlo Acutis Legacy Academy (SCALA) at the Okanagan College campus. We now have 210 students at Holy Cross School and 40 students at SCALA. I…

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…