Pastor's Corner

Father Charles' Reflections

God’s Infinite Compassion!

The message of Divine Mercy Sunday is a powerful reminder of God’s infinite compassion and love for all people. It emphasizes that no matter how great our sins may be, God’s mercy is always greater. The central theme is trust—trust […]

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Jesus is Risen – Alleluia. Happy Easter!!

Easter Sunday is the heart of the Christian faith, a celebration of hope, renewal, and the triumph of life over death. It marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, a moment that changed history and continues to transform […]

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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, we gather with hearts full of reverence and joy to commemorate Palm Sunday—the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. The crowds welcomed Him with palm branches, singing, “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes […]

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5th Sunday of Lent

Isaiah 43:16-21; Philippians 3:8-14; John 8:1-11 Today’s readings invite us to embrace God’s mercy, leave behind the past, and press forward in faith. In Isaiah 43:16-21, God reminds His people of how He made a way through the sea during […]

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4th Sunday of Lent

Today’s readings beautifully capture the themes of renewal, reconciliation, and God’s boundless mercy. In Joshua 5:9-12, God tells the Israelites, “Today I have rolled away the disgrace of Egypt from you.” After years of wandering, they enter the Promised Land […]

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A Call to Conversion and Fruitfulness

The Third Sunday of Lent calls us to reflect on God’s presence, His patience, and our need for conversion. In Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15, Moses encounters God in the burning bush. God reveals Himself as “I AM WHO I AM”, the […]

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Second Sunday of Lent

Genesis 15:5-12, 17-18; Philippians 3:17-4:1; Luke 9:28b-36 In today’s readings, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness, the promise of transformation, and the call to discipleship. In Genesis, God makes a covenant with Abraham, promising him descendants as numerous as the […]

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The Power of Faith in the Wilderness

As we begin our Lenten journey, today’s readings invite us to reflect on faith, trust, and perseverance in the face of trials. The Offering of First Fruits – Gratitude in Deuteronomy (Deut 26:4-10) In the first reading, Moses instructs the […]

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Lent is Upon Us!

The Season of Grace is Here – Lent! Sisters and Brothers in Christ, this Sunday’s readings remind us that our words and actions reveal the true state of our hearts. The Book of Sirach uses images of a sieve, a kiln, and a […]

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Living by the Spirit Rather Than the Flesh

1 Samuel 26:2,7-9,12-13,22-23; 1 Corinthians 15:45-49; Luke 6:27-38 Today’s readings challenge us to embrace a higher way of living, a way that reflects the heart of God rather than the instincts of the world. In 1 Samuel, David has the perfect […]

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Where We Place Our Trust…

Jeremiah 17:5-8; Psalm 1; 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20; Luke 6:17, 20-26 Today’s readings challenge us to reflect on where we place our trust, whether in God or in the fleeting securities of the world. Jeremiah warns that trusting solely in human strength […]

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Here I Am, Send Me!

Here I Am, Send Me! Today’s readings share a powerful message about encountering God, recognizing our unworthiness, and responding to His call with faith. In Isaiah’s vision, he sees the majesty of God surrounded by seraphim proclaiming, Holy, holy, holy is […]

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The Presentation of the Lord

The feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple offers a reflection on Jesus as the Messiah, the light and hope the world. In Malachi’s prophecy, we see a prelude to the coming of the Lord. He speaks of […]

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A Community Bound Together by Faith

The readings of this Sunday give us understanding of our identity as part of the faith community and the mission we are called to undertake. In the first reading, Nehemiah recounts a significant moment in the history of Israel when […]

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See God’s Presence in Your Life

The readings of today remind us to see God’s work in our lives and our community. The readings focus on the joy and blessings we receive from God, encouraging us to use our gifts and work together in unity. In […]

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The Baptism of the Lord

The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord is a liturgical bridge that connects the Christmas season to Ordinary Time. During the Christmas season we pondered the Incarnation, Nativity, Presentation in the Temple, and Epiphany. Today, we see Jesus manifesting […]

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The Epiphany of the Lord

Epiphany Sunday is the celebration of the revelation of Christ to the Gentiles, symbolized by the visit of the Magi. The word Epiphany is derived from the Greek word “epiphaneia,” meaning “manifestation” or “appearance,”. This signifies the moment when Jesus […]

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Feast of the Holy Family

The Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph offers us a beautiful model of love, faith, and unity. The readings remind us of the importance of family as a place where God’s presence is nurtured, and His […]

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Come, Lord Jesus!

The readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year C, draw our attention to the mystery of God’s plan unfolding through humility and faith. They remind us that God often works through the simple and unexpected to bring about His […]

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Rejoice in the Lord always!

The Third Sunday of Advent, also known as Gaudete Sunday, invites us to rejoice as we draw closer to the celebration of Christ’s coming. The readings highlight joy, hope, and the assurance of God’s presence in our lives. In the […]

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Preparing our Hearts

This Second Sunday of Advent calls us to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord through repentance and transformation. The readings emphasize God’s promise of restoration and our role in making a straight path for Him in our […]

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An Eternal Perspective

This Sunday’s readings draw our attention to the end times and the hope we have in God’s promise of eternal life. In the first reading from Daniel, we hear of a time of great distress but are given hope: those who […]

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Trust in God’s Providence

The readings for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B, highlight the beauty of sacrificial giving and trust in God’s providence. In the first reading from 1 Kings, we encounter a poor widow who, despite her scarcity, shares her […]

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Let us be renewed this Lent (example)

Let us be renewed this Lent Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we begin this sacred season of Lent, we are called to journey with Jesus into the wilderness, where he faced temptation and emerged victorious. Ash Wednesday marked […]

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Remembering and praying for the sick (example)

Remembering and praying for the sick World Day of the Sick serves as an annual reminder of the profound challenges faced by individuals grappling with illness, infirmity, and suffering across the globe. This solemn occasion prompts deep reflection on the […]

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Engaging in Spiritual Renewal (example)

Engaging in Spiritual Renewal Today’s Gospel taken from Mark 1:29-39 reminds us that our journey of faith involves both active service and intentional moments of communion with God. Through this balance, we can more effectively embody the transformative love and […]

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Inviting the authority of Christ into our lives (example)

Inviting the authority of Christ into our lives In Mark 1:21-28, the synagogue encounter reveals Jesus’ authority in teaching and casting out an unclean spirit. His words captivate hearts with divine power, leaving those present astonished. We’re challenged to examine […]

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Follow Me (example)

Follow Me  In the Gospel of Mark, particularly in verses 14-20, we encounter a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus. It marks the beginning of His public proclamation of the Kingdom of God. Jesus emerges from the wilderness after […]

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God’s call (example)

God’s call God’s call is mysterious; it comes in the darkness of faith. It is so fine, so subtle, that it is only with the deepest silence within us that we can hear it. And yet nothing is surer or […]

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