My dear sisters and brothers,
Praise to you Lord Jesus!
This weekend we celebrate Laetare (means Rejoice) Sunday. We are invited to rejoice. Why? We should be rejoicing because of the joyful anticipation of the victory won by Jesus and because God loves us! He loves us so much and that makes all the difference.
As we journey in this Lenten season, approaching the Holy Week, we are reminded to focus on God’s merciful love and eternal love. His love is patient and wise, kind and strong, resourceful and constant. Best exemplified in Jesus Christ, who laid down His life that everyone might have life, eternal life. This divine life is ours whenever we open our hearts to Him in faith and let Him fill us up with the light and power of His presence and grace. Let us pray that in our Eucharistic celebrations we may implore God’s mercy and compassion with faith, hope, and love.
God Loves You!
~ Fr. Neil