JESUS IS THE COMPASS

Dear Friends in Christ,

Where has December gone? Time flies! I am now in my sixth month here and it would be an understatement to say that I have had a ‘baptism of fire’ in all things Saint James. Someone told me the other day that ‘the plane is now landing at the runway!!’. Allow me to share the following sentiments:

Firstly, gratitude. Thank you to all of you who make this the beautiful parish we call home. The dedication of the parish staff, the different committees and all involved in ministry and everybody’s constant support and presence is truly exemplary. May God bless you all abundantly.

Secondly, I continue to ask for your patience and prayer as we get to know and discover each other. If we keep the Lord at the center, our parish family can all but grow and thrive.

Lastly, as we gather at our family table with relatives and friends, let us remember that ‘Jesus is the compass’. Even though the unknown or anxieties seem to some to have ‘the edge’ in our world today, we must never forget that Jesus is the compass. There is a reason why the heavens break out in song and praise of the angels, at our savior’s birth. They know that this is big! God does not send his Son for nothing. And then the Challenge: allow him space in your life. Let ‘the compass’ guide you. Remove anything that 'refuses' space to God.  Christmas will then have its true meaning in our day to day lives.

Peace and Joy,

Father Anthony Mpagi