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Download the PDF Last weekend, I had the pleasure of travelling to Stoney Creek to witness my grandson’s First Communion. The church was packed to the gills, and the second graders were looking all polished and proud. From what I could see, their teachers and the parish priest had prepared these children extremely well. The priest gave a very short message to the children and then he redirected his comments to the parents. He admonished them to not let this…

Download the PDF The Third Sunday of Easter is primarily known as Good Shepherd Sunday.Good Shepherd Sunday: Refers to the Gospel reading (John 10) where Jesus describes himself as the Good Shepherd.In John 10:11-18, Jesus declares, “I am the good shepherd,” contrasting himself with hired hands whoabandon the sheep. He emphasizes sacrificing his life for his followers, whom he knows personally, andexpresses his commitment to gathering all his sheep into one flock, highlighting his protective and sacrificial love.  This passage is a major…

Download the PDF April 8, 2026“He is Risen! Hallelujah! There is just something about Easter Sunday morning. I often feel like it is the time of rebirth. Not only spiritually, but seasonally as well. I remember my childhood Easters. More often than not it was the time when boots no longer had to be worn. That feeling of freedom from heavy boots is very fondly remembered. It felt like my feet and legs could fly unencumbered. It was also the…

Download the PDF Good Friday is a solemn day of reflection, centering on the sacrificial love of Jesus Christ, whosesuffering on the cross is seen as a victory over sin rather than a defeat. It is a time for believers toconfront the weight of human injustice, pain, and mortality while acknowledging God’s voluntarysolidarity with suffering. A Message of Love and Sacrifice: The cross is recognized as the ultimate expression of love,where Jesus, took on the suffering and sins of humanity. It represents a…

Download the PDF 5 Powerful Ways Palm Sunday Reminds Us that Jesus is the King of Kings “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?” 1 Cor. 15:55 “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the LORD!” Ps. 118:26 “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and Believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” Rom. 10:9 John 11:25 Worship Calendar Mar. 29 When…

Download the PDF Mar. 18, 2026The Fifth Sunday in Lent marks a transition into Passiontide, shifting focus toward Christ’s sacrificeand resurrection. Readings emphasize God doing “something new” (Isaiah), offering unconditionalmercy (the adulterous woman), and promising eternal life (raising Lazarus). Key themes includecompassion, abandoning judgmental attitudes, and transitioning from spiritual death to new life. Key Themes and Reflections: Worship Calendar Mar. 22 When God Arrives Too Late John 11:1-45 Rev. Eric LeeMar. 29 When the King Arrived Matthew 21:1-11 Rev. Eric LeeApr. 3…

Download the PDF Mar. 11, 2026The Fourth Sunday in Lent, known as Laetare Sunday (Rejoice Sunday), serves as a mid-point, joyful pause inthe penitential season, with rose-colored vestments signaling that Easter is near. Key reflections focus onGod’s boundless mercy (Prodigal Son), the joy of returning home to God, and shifting from obligation to love. Core Themes and Reflections Key Scripture References This Sunday encourages us to move forward with hope, trust in God’s, grace, and focus on the joy of theupcoming Easter celebration.…

Download the PDF Mar. 4, 2026 The Third Sunday in Lent focuses on repentance, God’s patience, and spiritual renewal, often highlighting the parable of the fig tree or the Samaritan woman at the well. It calls believers to move past superficial faith, embrace God’s “living water,” and bear fruit through a change of heart. Key themes and reflections for this Sunday include: These reflections encourage a shift toward deeper, more meaningful faith, focusing on God’s unconditional love and the opportunity for personal…

Download the PDF Second Sunday of Lent reflection We’ve been invited to go on a trip. Yes, a trip! Lent is a journey and today’s Gospel takes us on a trip. Iremember when our family took trips and used a “CAA Triptik” to plot our way. Now, we’ve got Google maps or similar. However, nowadays we aren’t often “going” anywhere. The Gospel today gives us our directions, events, destination: “… Jesus took with him Peter and James and John (you…