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.
Secret to Joy
Thursday May 11, 2023
We're made for joy. The decisions we make each day are directly or even tangential to achieving that goal. Christ gives us the secret to finding it.
Listen"Apart From Me You Can Do Nothing"
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Jesus makes it abundantly clear in today's Gospel reading -- "Apart from me you can do nothing." (Cf. John 15:5). Absolutely nothing. If we want life, peace, joy, you name it, we must go to the source of life.
ListenHeaven is Our True Home
Sunday May 7, 2023
People often wonder why Catholic churches look different. From the Gothic architecture of Notre Dame in Paris, to the Renaissance dome of St. Peter's in Vatican City, Catholic places of worship feel and look otherworldly. That's by design.
ListenJesus I Trust in You
Thursday May 4, 2023
The whole of human history can be reduced down to one word -- Trust. Or lack thereof. The story of Adam and Eve in Genesis is one of not trusting in God's command not to "eat of the fruit". The readings in today's Mass presents the same…
ListenThe Perfect Gift
Friday April 28, 2023
The best gifts are the unexpected ones. It has the power to move us to tears; I dare say it has the potential to change our lives. God offers each of us such a gift.
ListenThe Answer to All Our Problems
Thursday April 27, 2023
We can stop searching for the answer to life's most pressing questions. It's found simply in your local Catholic Church.
Listen"Bless me Father... I killed 3 Million people"
Sunday April 16, 2023
***The following homily was given at our 2pm Traditional Latin Mass. The readings will very slightly***
ListenWhen We Lose Our Faith
Wednesday April 12, 2023
In today's Gospel, we have the famous story of the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus. The scandal of the cross has rocked their faith. Even Jesus' own uncle abandons his nephew. Here we have them completely disheartened, walking away…
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