Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
 
We rejoice in the Lord.  The power of God is revealed through the Gifts of the Holy Spirit which each of us has received.  We are participants in the new life of humanity given by and through the example of Jesus Christ.  We are also employed to be stewards of all that is good. 
 
As we come upon this week and celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven, we recognize the docility and humility in which Mary, the Mother of our Lord and Savior, exercised throughout her entire life.  We are brought into communion with all the saints and angels as we participate in like manner, allowing the Word of God – Jesus Christ, to be lived genuinely every day of our life.
 
Let us celebrate the entrance of humanity into heaven and the Queenship of Mary.
 
Let us live for Jesus and let Jesus live in us.
 
Pax Christi,
Vy. Rev. John B. Gabage, V.F.