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.
What the "Kingdom of God" Looks Like
Sunday May 12, 2024
Last Sunday we pondered the question during my Sunday homily, “What type of Christian does the world need?” I was trying to zero in on the answer of what type of Christian attracts more souls to Jesus Christ and his Church? This question…
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The Christian is Never Alone
Friday May 10, 2024
The Christian is never alone. Even in our darkness hour, in the most torrential of storms, the light of Christ can never be extinguished for those who have faith.
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What Type of Christian Does the World Need?
Wednesday May 8, 2024
In today's Gospel passage, we find St. Paul in the heart of ancient Athens, the intellectual center of Western Civilization. It's the home of brilliant giants, such as Socrates, Aristotle, and Plato, and gives rise to notion of democracy…
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The Sign You're Living the Faith Well
Saturday May 4, 2024
Jesus is direct and to the point in our Gospel passage this morning: "If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first.
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The Hidden "Gift" of Sin
Wednesday May 1, 2024
We all fall short of the glory of God. We all sin. Yet hidden within this mess, St. Catherine of Siena, provides a powerful reminder. Recognizing our sinfulness can be a catalyst for deeper faith.
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The Source of Christian Peace
Tuesday April 30, 2024
Our history is overflowing with Christians rejoicing in the face of tremendous trial and yes even death. What is the cause of this peace and joy? There is only one source of this peace. The Gospel we read today provides the secret.
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Feast of St. Mark
Thursday April 25, 2024
Traditional tells us that St. Mark, whose Feast Day we celebrate today, wrote his Gospel in the seat of Roman imperial power. This was a treasonous act, according to Rome. For the Christian proclaims a revolutionary act, Christ is King.
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Read the Acts of the Apostles
Wednesday April 24, 2024
If you're wondering which book of the Bible to read next, may I humbly recommend the fast-paced, hard-hitting, Acts of the Apostles. It tells the dramatic story of the beginning of our Church. What makes this book even more compelling is…
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