God’s invitation

On Saturday, August 15, at 10 AM, we will celebrate the Dormition of the Mother of God. In Ukrainian tradition, on this feast the faithful come to church, light candles for their loved ones, and offer their prayers and intentions to the Mother of God, asking for her intercession and protection. Whatever your intentions may…

During today’s Feast of the Transfiguration, the Church invites us to ascend the mountain with Christ. Let us leave behind the noise of everyday life and the troubles that weigh down our hearts, and come with Him to be transformed. God’s presence and light make us want to remain there forever, just as the disciples…

As we walked through the forest on our pilgrimage, we noticed many fallen trees, especially along the streams. The rushing water had gradually washed away the soil that once supported their roots, leaving them unable to stand.

With God, nothing is ever truly hopeless. Where there is God, there is faith, and where there is faith, there is always hope. Last Friday we celebrated St. Jude, the brother of the Lord, also known as St. Jude Thaddeus. He was not the actual brother of Jesus, but a relative of His family. He…

Last Friday, we celebrated the Feast of the Sacred Heart. What is the Sacred Heart for those who believe in Jesus? His Heart is a place of rest when we are overwhelmed, a place of healing when we are wounded, and a place of peace when life feels heavy. We often try to manage our…

The true victory is not only peace, but the victory of love over hatred, light over darkness, and faith over fear. Our nation needs not only the strength of weapons, but also the strength of the spirit — a spirit that is born through faithfulness to God.