Dear parishioners: Happy New Year! It's my prayers you had a good and joy-filled time with your families and friends during this past Christmas and New year season with enjoyment of some snowy very cold days we had- that personally I do not honestly enjoy but can stand it yes with a smile. We continue to thank God though for the mercy, healing and strength bestowed upon us as I hope we forge ahead into this new year despite our unique circumstances. New year no doubt as expected will bring its own package of opportunities and challenges for all of us to grow as individuals and as followers of Jesus Christ- Emmanual-God with us as promised. May we always strive to discern and submit to that God's will under all circumstances. I pray for you always yes at masses I offer daily as your pastor and yes, I believe all of us are in God's hands- as in reality it's what it is for us people who live by faith and hope to carry our crosses and follow Christ!.