From the Pastor

From the Pastor

Encouragement for the life of faith. Words of reflection for the parish.

From the Pastor

Third Sunday of Lent

When we encounter Jesus at the "wells" of our own lives, our history of frustration and searching meets His offer of living water. Discover how a simple request for a drink turned into a life-altering conversation for the Samaritan woman, revealing the true nature of God and providing a spring of hope for anyone still searching for the answer to their heart's deepest thirst.
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Second Sunday of Lent

From the radical trust of Abraham to the radiant glory of the Transfiguration, God’s voice calls us to a higher level of spiritual life. Discover why the command to "Listen to Him" is the key to this second week of Lent, as we learn to remove the comforts and distractions that prevent us from witnessing the fulfillment of God's promises in our own lives.
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First Sunday of Lent

As the days lengthen and light returns, the First Sunday of Lent invites us to enter the "springtime" of the soul. By exploring the true meaning of obedience—listening carefully and attentively—we can identify the temptations pulling us away from God and seek the grace for a clean heart. Discover how this season of the desert is not about lingering in imperfection, but about making the right choice to return to God with our whole heart.
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Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Guest Post from Dcn. Preble: Our moral life is more than just avoiding "bad things"; it is a radical, free-will choice for holiness. Exploring the "New Law" of Jesus, we look at how the Gospel moves beyond external rules to transform the internal roots of our hearts. Discover the hidden wisdom of God that empowers us to live with integrity, where our "Yes" truly means "Yes," and our hearts are centered on the Lord of Glory.
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Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Salt of the Earth and Light of the World These words from the prophet Isaiah—“Share your bread with the hungry, shelter the oppressed and the homeless, clothe the naked when you see them, and do not turn your back on your own”—found resonance in our hearts and in today’s reality. The prophet is basically asking us to turn our faith into action.
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Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Secret of True Happiness: A New Way of Living Guest Post by Fr. Preble This Sunday, we enter the heart of Jesus’ teaching as we begin a six-week journey through the Sermon on the Mount. St. Augustine famously noted that if anyone ponders this sermon with seriousness, they will discover the "perfect way to lead the Christian life." This "New Law" is not merely a set of rules but a roadmap to the happiness every human heart craves.