Called to Holiness, United in Love
My beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, Praise to You, Lord Jesus! As we celebrate All Saints’ Day on November 1 and All Souls’ Day on November 2, the Church invites us to reflect on the beauty of holiness, the power of prayer, and the promise of eternal life. These celebrations remind us that death does not end our relationship with God or the love we share with one another and in Christ, life is changed, not ended. In the…
Love God, Serve Others
My dear friends in Christ, Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ! This week, I exercised my freedom and responsibility to vote in British Columbia’s provincial election. It was a meaningful experience, reminding me that voting is not merely a privilege but also a moral responsibility. As Catholics, we are called to reflect prayerfully on the decisions of our government and ask whether its policies truly serve the people, especially the poor, vulnerable, elderly, and marginalized. In the first reading, God…
Giving to God What Belongs to God
My dear brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! As we gather to celebrate the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, I invite you to reflect on our calling to give God the glory, honor, and service that belongs to Him alone.In the first reading, God calls Cyrus, a pagan king, to become an instrument of His plan for the salvation of His people. This reminds us that God can work through unexpected people and circumstances to accomplish His…
Thanks Be To God!
My dear brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! As we celebrate Thanksgiving in Canada, the Word of God invites us to pause and recognize how richly we have been blessed. Thanksgiving is more than a holiday; for us as Catholics, it is a way of life. The very word Eucharist means “thanksgiving.” Every time we gather at Mass, we come before the Lord with grateful hearts, offering Him our praise and receiving the greatest gift of all:…
With Mary, Rooted in Jesus
Dear friends in Christ, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! The Word of God this Sunday invites us to look at our lives as a vineyard entrusted to us by the Lord. In Isaiah’s “The Song of the Vineyard,” God lovingly prepares His vineyard and patiently waits for good fruit. Yet, instead of justice and righteousness, He finds only wild grapes. In today’s Gospel, Jesus returns to this same image and reminds us that we are not owners of the…
Our Yes Must Become Love
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…
Grace Beyond Measure
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…
Forgive as we have been forgiven
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…
The Work of Love
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…
A Living Sacrifice
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.…