Pastor’s Messages (Page 2)

My dear friends, On this beautiful Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, we are lifted by the hope and promise of Christ’s Eternal Kingdom. As Jesus ascended to the Father, the disciples were reminded that their mission was not ending, but beginning. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, they were called to become witnesses “to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). The Ascension is therefore not a farewell, but a sending forth. Jesus remains with His Church, leading us…

My brothers and sisters, Praise to you Lord, Jesus Christ! As we celebrate the Sixth Sunday of Easter, the Scriptures invite us to reflect on the presence of the Holy Spirit who strengthens, renews, and unites the Church. In the Acts of the Apostles we hear of Philip bringing the Gospel to Samaria, where many experienced healing, conversion, and “great joy.” The Apostles, Peter and John, then lay hands upon the newly baptized so they may receive the Holy Spirit.…

My dear beloved sisters and brothers, Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ! This week I am in Cranbrook, BC for the CWL Diocesan Convention. I humbly ask for your prayers—for all the women of our diocese, that they may grow ever closer to Jesus and continue to serve Him faithfully in His people. Your prayers strengthen not only their mission, but the whole Church. Our Gospel (John 14: 1-12) this Sunday speaks gently but powerfully into the realities of our…

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ—our Good Shepherd! On this the Fourth Sunday of Easter, the Church invites us to contemplate one of the most tender and powerful images of Jesus: the Good Shepherd. This image, rooted deeply in Scripture, reveals a God who knows us personally, calls us by name, protects us, and ultimately lays down His life for us. This is not a distant or abstract love—it is intimate, faithful, and sacrificial.…

My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, On this Third Sunday of Easter, the Gospel invites us to walk with the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were discouraged and confused, yet the Risen Jesus drew near, explained the Scriptures, and was finally recognized in the breaking of the bread. Their hearts burned within them, and their despair turned into joy and mission. This same Risen Christ continues to walk with us, enlighten us, and reveal Himself—especially in…

My dear friends,  Happy Divine Mercy Sunday! Divine Mercy Sunday is a deeply meaningful feast in the Catholic Church, centered on God’s boundless mercy and forgiveness for all people. This Sunday, we are invited to step into the radiant heart of the Risen Jesus, where fear is met not with judgment but with peace. The Gospel of John shows the disciples hiding behind locked doors, yet Jesus enters anyway, speaking the words their souls most needed: Peace. So too in…

My beloved brothers & sisters, Happy Easter! Jesus Christ is Risen – Alleluia! Easter morning dawns not only as a remembrance, but as a living invitation. In the preaching of St. Peter, we hear a truth that reshapes the world: God shows no partiality. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ breaks every barrier we have built—between peoples, cultures, and even within our own hearts. The Risen Lord is not for a select few, but for all. This is the joy and…

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…