Pastor's Message

First, a trusting heart. Jesus placed His complete trust in theFather. Throughout His earthly life, He sought not His own will but the Father's will. We, too, are called to pray with confidence, never doubting God's love and providence. Trust does not mean that God will always answer our prayers exactly as we expect. Rather, it means believing that He will always provide what is truly best for us. For example, we may pray for financial help, and instead of giving us money
directly, God may open the door to a new job or another opportunity. His answers are always guided by His wisdom and love.

Second, a humble heart. Jesus humbled Himself in perfect obedience to the Father's plan, even when it led Him to the Cross. True prayer requires humility. We bring our intentions to God, but we also pray, "Lord, if this is Your will, I humbly accept it." Humility allows us to surrender our plans and trust that God's plan is greater than our own.

Third, a heart full of faith in Christ. Jesus assures us that those who come to Him with their burdens will find rest. We are never meant to carry our crosses alone. Christ walks with us, strengthens us, and gives us peace amid life's difficulties. Every time we participate in the Holy Mass and the priest elevates the Eucharist, let us look upon Jesus with faith and silently pray: "Lord Jesus, I entrust to You all my burdens. I am weary; please carry me and give me Your strength."

The Lord continues to invite each one of us: "Come to me." Whatever burdens we carry—our worries, fears, illnesses, family problems, or disappointments—we need not face them alone. When we approach Christ with trust, humility, and faith, He gives us the peace that the world cannot give. May we always remember that with God, nothing is impossible. Let us entrust everything to Him, confident that He knows what is best for us and that His gentle yoke always
leads us to true peace.
Fr. Robin