Father Brian was born in Hawaii and grew up in Sacramento. He first felt the call to serve while in college and growing in his Catholic faith. It was “a song in his head” that kept getting louder and louder. He is currently the pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Vacaville, CA.
ESPRESSO SHOT: Soldiers Can Make the Best Saints
Wednesday November 11, 2026
When elevated with the grace of Christ, the same skillset that makes a soldier elite can carry over into the spiritual life.
ListenESPRESSO SHOT: Do Not Be Afraid
Thursday October 22, 2026
From Pope John Paul II first homily as he begins his pontificate in 1978:
ListenESPRESSO SHOT: The Sacred Heart is an "Abyss of love"
Friday October 16, 2026
From a letter written by the French nun St. Margaret Mary:
ListenESPRESSO SHOT: Keep Building Up the Church!
Wednesday October 7, 2026
The rosary is a powerful tool to build the Church.
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