Author Archives: Brian

Today we celebrate the mystery of the Holy Trinity: one God in three Persons — the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The Church teaches us that the Father is God, the Son is God and the Holy Spirit … Continue reading →

As we celebrate the feast of Pentecost, I feel there is an invitation not only to remember that incredible moment when the disciples were gathered together, confused, afraid and unsure of what was ahead, and how they were filled with … Continue reading →

Politically, there is a great deal of uncertainty at the moment as we see the challenges the government faces, its leadership, and the significant shift away from the two-party dominance that has defined much of our lives. Uncertainty is a … Continue reading →

On Friday many people were reflecting on the remarkable life of Sir David Attenborough as he celebrated his one hundredth birthday. For decades he has opened our eyes to the wonder of creation: the oceans, the forests, the birds of … Continue reading →

We have several parishioners at this time who are facing significant illness, and it is especially important that we hold them close in our thoughts and prayers. Sickness has a way of interrupting the ordinary rhythm of life. It slows … Continue reading →

n the account of the Road to Emmaus from the Gospel of Luke (24:13–35), we see very clearly that God’s grace is freely given, and that we are free to participate in it. The two disciples are walking away from … Continue reading →

Happy Easter to you and your families. May the hope of Christ that lives within you be joyfully celebrated this Easter Day and shared with others. In a world facing so much despair, destruction, war, and violence, that hope is … Continue reading →

Our thoughts and prayers this weekend are with Pope Leo as he is officially installed as the 267th Pope of our Church. In his first week, he has spoken powerfully about the need for global solidarity and offered the Vatican’s … Continue reading →

A historic moment in the life of the Church as we welcome Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope. Although a native of the United States, he spent years serving as a missionary priest and teacher in Peru and has … Continue reading →

Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis has consistently reminded the world of the healing power of compassion, the strength found in humility, and the importance of embracing the most vulnerable in our societies. His message transcends borders and divisions, inviting all … Continue reading →