We had a great start to our new liturgical year 2015 with the commissioning of various heads of ministries in SJC and RCC. We have entrusted them to God and prayed that He will lead them in their ministries according to His will.
We had also launched our “Vision and Mission” for the years 2015 to 2017 together with our aspiring pastoral priorities. I am content with the 3-year plan and I believe Jesus Christ will make all things new for our parish. At times I do worry about how we are going to make our pastoral priorities workable but I have confidence in all of you as we journey together with one spirit. I encourage you to pray for faith, hope and submit to the will of God and see what He will do for our parish.
These past few days I have been visiting 40 home-bound parishioners who wished to receive the Sacraments of Penance, Anointing of the Sick and Holy Eucharist. There is something unique in each one of us – we are made to love and be loved. They need your kindness, gentleness and your loving concern for them. Let’s continue to pray that they will remain firm in their faith and that God will bless them with His healing touch.
The beauty of the season of Advent is that something new and amazing is happening – Jesus is coming! I hope and pray that the Nativity of Jesus brings the fulfillment of the promise, healing, gifts, possibilities, life and love for each one of us including the elders, the sick and home-bound parishioners.
The season of Advent is a time to foster a new longing for Christ who longs to meet us in the manger of rebirth. His love is intentional and healing. Come, Lord Jesus!
Let’s get ready for Christmas by reflecting on the following:
• What do you need to change in your life?
• How can you be generous to those around you?
• How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit daily!?
May Jesus be born in the depths of your heart this Christmas day!
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