The response of Jesus to Pilate, the most powerful human authority in Palestine at that time, raises a very important question for those of us who call ourselves Christians and claim to be followers and imitators of Jesus Christ: Where is our kingdom? Is it our home? Is it our family? Is it our job or profession? Is it our material wealth or financial security? Is it our hobby or a certain sport? Is it a combination of some or all of these?
All of these are good. And to the extent that we have them, God wants us to use and enjoy them for ourselves and for others, to the best of our ability. That is how we imitate Jesus. If and when one or more of those things becomes our kingdom to which we devote an inordinate portion of our time, energy and resources, we become so attached to our kingdom in this world that we risk of losing our right to join Jesus in His kingdom that is not of this world.
A Thanksgiving Day Message
Dear Parishioners and Friends of Saints Joseph and Paul,
Thanksgiving is a day of tradition – stuffed turkey, family get together, and renewing friendships. It is a day when communities gather together in prayer to express their sentiments of being thankful.
On the vigil of Thanksgiving Day I would like to express my personal gratitude and thanksgiving to God and to You, my beloved Parishioners and Friends. In marking this holiday, I thank God for the honor He has given me to be your priest. I express my deep gratitude to the men and women, boys and girls of our parish for your genuine expression of faith in God and love for the Church. Truly, for the generous spirit of so many fine people in our parish family.
Thank you, dear Parishioners, for your most beautiful gift of God – your dedication and presence in our church. Without your presence and generosity our church does not exist. I am profoundly thankful. We have so much to be grateful. Let us see Jesus in each other and specially in those who are in need. May this thanksgiving Day of 2018 be an occasion in which we give thanks to God for His care for us and ask Him the grace to help others in need in the name of Christ. Walking with you in spirit of gratitude and praying for you daily, I remain sincerely in the Lord.
Fr. Kalombo
