Posts from 2025

We need to practice the Golden Rule in its fullness: The Golden Rule asks us to do to others what we would like them to do to us. If we obey, loving others and expressing that love by loving words and deeds, we will start receiving the same love from others in higher intensity. Further, if we want others to forgive our offenses, our words of criticism, and our thoughtless judgments against them, then we should start forgiving their offenses…

What does it mean to trust in God? It shouldn’t be a sentimental feeling or emotion. It shouldn’t be a gamble when we have a great need. Because if it doesn’t work out, we blame God as being untrustworthy. An old Arab proverb said: trust in God but tie down your camel, Trusting in God does not mean taking foolish chances. Jesus advised his disciples you must be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. He also said, if you…

In today’s Gospel, Jesus asks two requests of his disciples. First, he asks Peter to take him in the boat a short distance so he can talk and teach the people. Then he asks the disciples to take out their boats for a catch of fish. In both instances Peter and the disciples were tired from fishing all night without having much success. But despite their tiredness, they do as Jesus requests. And the results were great. You may have…

The Scriptures for today focus our attention on the importance and power of the Word of God and its challenge for us today. The Word of God is called “sacramental,” in the sense that, when it is spoken, read, or heard, God becomes present in our midst. For that to happen to us, we must listen to the Word, accept it into our hearts, and then put it into practice as we live out our lives. Where does the Word…

Wasted time is not a prized commodity in our society today. We seem to be a people ruled by the clock. Time is money because time is to be filled with purposeful and controlled activity which is productive of things that can be sold. We are convinced that we must be in control of time. Our Creator is described in the Scriptures as the original and best of players. Creative activity is playful, and creative people do not feel what…

Today we celebrate the Baptism of our Lord. This baptism of Jesus reminds us of our own identity and mission in life. First, it reminds us of who we are and Whose we are. By Baptism we become the adoptive sons and daughters of God, brothers and sisters of Jesus, members of His Church, heirs of Heaven, and temples of the Holy Spirit. We become incorporated into the Church, the Body of Christ, and made sharers in the priesthood of…

I wish to express my thanks to you for your generosity in this year’s Christmas collection. The total came to $15,991.00. The Christmas collection as well as the Easter one, makes up for what isn’t able to be covered by our regular Sunday collection. It’s a huge help financially. So Thank You and God Bless You for your generous support to your Parish and Church.

EPIPHANY HOME BLESSING  20 + C + M + B + 25 O Lord, God Almighty,bless this home and under its shelter let there be peace, health, happiness, chastity, goodness, kindness, prosperity, obedience to your commandments, and thanksgiving. Protect this house from fire, disaster, or anyone wanting to enter it unlawfully. May these blessings descend abundantly on this home and remain always in the hearts of all who dwell here, and on those whose enter in a spirit of peace.…

Many of you sent me cards, gave me gifts, and baked some delicious goodies and foods and especially offered your prayers for my recovery and health. I wish, with all my heart, to say THANK YOU. Your kindness and thoughtfulness means so much and has been a great help to me. The Spirit of Christmas is truly present. Thank You and God Bless!