May Jesus Christ, Emmanuel, always show us the way to salvation.

There are times when we say: "Where has time gone?" "Time is flying!" We all know that time waits for no one.  We can sit around and say "let time pass us by" or we can take advantage of the time given to us.

Christmas is quickly approaching.  How are we preparing for Christmas?  The Church gives us this wonderful season of grace and hope, the season of Advent.  The Church invites us to slow down and focus on our spiritual lives.  Advent season is an opportunity for us to review and increase our faith.  When we do this, Jesus will help us to live in harmony with him and each other.

Saint Paul tells us that it is through endurance and the encouragement of God's word, that we will have hope and increase our faith.

In this season of faith and hope (Advent) may we remain focused.  May we slow down and reflect on the reason for this season.  May we experience the grace and blessings this season of Advent offers us: harmony, hope, and increased faith.

Peace,

Msgr. Britto