My Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

In just a few short days, we will celebrate the divine services of Holy Week. Our long journey is near its completion. It is my prayer, during this Great Fast, we have taken advantage of the opportunity to nourish our souls, wherever we find ourselves on our spiritual path. By doing so, we can fully appreciate the celebration of our Lord’s Resurrection.

Regardless of where we are on our path, the joy of the Resurrection can permeate our life, provided we have opened our heart. This singular transformative event not only leads us to peace in this life but also in the life to come. The peace, grace, love and joy of the Resurrection takes us from earthly things to heavenly gifts, from temporal to eternal, if we open our hearts.

As we descend on Holy Week, allow me to suggest that we consciously subdue our activities. Set the week apart from every other week of the year by focusing on the solemnity of the Week. At a minimum, fast as you are able, participate in the sacraments of Holy Unction and Holy Communion and avail yourself of the additional divine services. Make the Week a time of preparation for the peace, grace, love and joy that will come through the Resurrection.

My prayers for health and happiness during this Paschal season continue. Kalo Pascha

In His Service,

+Fr. Mario