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In 2025, a significant year in our world’s timeline, we are reminded of the passage of time and the impact it has on our existence. The year of the Lord serves as a reminder of our history and the events that have shaped us up to this point. Let us reflect on this momentous year and consider how we can make the most of our time on this Earth. How can we turn this year into a year of grace and blessing? This must be our constant concern if we wish to do something good and be happy. To make our life worthwhile, we need to form an action plan o...
It is natural to be sad when you think that you will not meet Clara Mae anymore physically here, but she is alive with her Lord in heaven. I remember on December 20, 2024, when I visited her for the first time in the hospice for anointing her. She was struggling, struggling to catch her breath at times; she was completely silent, then, regained herself in a moment, in her own way, struggling between two worlds: time and eternity— for life. In a way, God was preparing herself to fulfil her lifelong desire for the beatific vison with her Lord, i...
Once again, Christmas is at our doorsteps with its aura and setting. Who doesn’t appreciate it? For children, Christmas seems to be more about receiving gifts and enjoying something other than the usual. Adults may recall their favorite Christmas memories. The sacred liturgy in the church and the bright lights around may help the grown-ups recall the memories of Christmas past. Christmas, no doubt, is the greatest universal feast; it’s celebrated worldwide not only by Christians, but others as well, irrespective of religion or faith. The gra...
As we journey through Advent, our focus turns to salvation. This season invites us to prepare for the feast of the Incarnation of our Lord, drawing attention to the proclamation of John the Baptist at the Jordan: “Repentance for the forgiveness of sins” (Luke 3:3). His call to repentance offers a remedy for our spiritual ailments. By heeding his words, we find ourselves once again on “the way of the Lord” (Luke 3:4). A moment of introspection might reveal obstacles in our lives that prevent us from receiving God’s grace. Advent encourage...
Friendly greetings to all in the Cascade community! The parishioners of Sacred Heart Catholic Church joyfully welcomed Reverend Dr. Jose Panickomveli last July as their new pastor. His arrival has brought a renewed sense of excitement and devotion to our congregation. Father Jose is deeply committed to engaging with the youth, fostering community connections, and sharing the teachings of the Bible, all with the goal of building a strong spiritual bond within our parish. Father Jose, a Catholic priest for over 30 years, hails from India and...
