Dear sisters and brothers,

Sir Michael Costa, the celebrated conductor, was once leading an orchestra when the piccolo player, thinking his small instrument would not be missed amid the many other instruments, stopped playing. Suddenly, the conductor stopped and asked, “Where is the piccolo?” Even the smallest instrument was essential to the harmony of the orchestra.

The same is true of our parish. Each of us has a part to play, and no contribution is insignificant. We may sometimes think that our financial gift is too small to make a difference, but God sees and values every gift. What matters is not how much we give, but that we give with a generous and willing heart. Every gift, however small, helps sustain the mission of Christ and makes our parish ministries possible.

This is our Commitment Weekend. I invite everyone to bring your Commitment Card to Mass and present it during the offertory. Please remember, every gift matters, every giver matters, and every one of us has a place in God’s orchestra. The orchestra is not complete without the piccolo!

See you in church this weekend!

With prayerful wishes and brothers,
Fr. William Rosario
Pastor