Herod imprisoned John the Baptizer; the voice of one crying in the wilderness is now an empty echo in a dungeon. Authority did what authority does both in state and in church: silences what threatens. It is as valid today as it was then. But, prison, in Herod’s...
Today we begin the cycle of ordinary Sundays of the year – a time when the Church once again focuses our attention on the reality of God’s kingdom present among us in the life and ministry of Jesus. I would like to say what a joy and honor it is to be the pastor...
Today we celebrate the Baptism of Jesus. Today we complete the Church’s celebration of the unbelievable good news that God has fulfilled his promise to be Emmanuel – God with his people. As we hear Matthew recount the baptism of Jesus, heaven and earth are...
Today we commemorate the feast of Epiphany, which is celebrated at the end of Christmas; as the revelation of Jesus the son of God. It focuses primarily on the revelation of God to the three wise Men. Have you ever thought what could possibly have possessed very wise...
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. And it is appropriate to reflect about our own family on the feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. The Holy Family remains as a model for all of us to live our family life in a meaningful way. The first...
At this special and sacred time of the year, with deep joy and gratitude, I extend to you and your loved ones my prayerful best wishes for a holy and blessed Christmas. During this Advent Season, it has been my prayer that each of you would find opportunities to...
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