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.
The Christian Sees the World Differently
Thursday February 8, 2024
The Christian is called to see the world differently than nonbelievers. We look past the surface of things and penetrate the deeper spiritual realities. When pain and suffering eventually comes upon, the Christian, rooted deeply in faith…
ListenWhat Silence Reveals
Wednesday February 7, 2024
If you've ever tried sitting silently in a room for any length of time, you'll immediately notice how uncomfortable it quickly becomes. There's a spiritual reason why. Jesus, in today's Gospel, shows us the root cause.
ListenThe Japanese Catholic Martyrs of the 16th Century
Tuesday February 6, 2024
The Japanese Catholic martyrs that we remember today inspire us to live out the Catholic faith boldly. No matter what.
ListenThe Glory of God Returns to the Temple
Friday February 2, 2024
God never abandons us, regardless of what the Devil may whisper into our ears. Today's Solemnity of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple proves otherwise. God has returned, as He promised.
ListenFinding Peace Amidst the Storm
Wednesday January 31, 2024
Feeling overwhelmed? The answer is found in a vision that St. John Bosco received in one of his famous dreams.
ListenAn Army of Sheep
Thursday January 25, 2024
The greatest military general of all time is arguably the Greek, Alexander the Great. By the time he was in his mid-thirties, he conquered the known world.
ListenWhy People Worship the Devil
Wednesday January 24, 2024
It's hard to imagine that anyone would willingly worship the devil. Yet many do. In fact, if you ask any excorcist, they will tell you the phenomena is growing worldwide, especially among the young. The rational that satanists give should…
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