Category Archives: Fr. Jim Reflections

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 →

As we journey through these final days of Advent, let us fully embrace this sacred season of preparation and anticipation. Advent is a time for quiet reflection, heartfelt prayer, and opening our hearts to the hope and light that the … Continue reading →

As we light this second candle, Lord of Peace, may Your Spirit fill us with the peace that only You can give. Help us to prepare our hearts and our world for the coming of Your Son, that we may … Continue reading →

As we commence our Advent journey, we are invited to enter a season of reflection, expectation, and preparation for the coming of Christ. The first candle of Advent, often called the Prophet’s Candle, represents hope—a hope deeply rooted in God’s … Continue reading →

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King, a feast that draws our liturgical year to a close and invites us to reflect on who Christ is as King—not a king of earthly power, but one who reigns with … Continue reading →

MESSAGE FROM FR JIM: Happy Corpus Christi. Today, as we gather to celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi, we are reminded of the profound mystery of the Eucharist—the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. In this sacrament, heaven … Continue reading →

The Risen Christ invites each of us to experience the radiance of His light. This is not meant to be a solitary endeavour but a transformative experience that naturally compels individuals to share it with others. In the simplest of … Continue reading →

In today’s Gospel, symbolic gestures demonstrate the authority of Jesus and His commitment to restoring the true purpose of the temple as a house of prayer. The Lord is calling attention to the need for spiritual renewal and purification, both … Continue reading →