A Note from Fr. Bob

08-02-2026Pastor's CornerFr. Bob Deehan

Shortly after I was ordained, I went on a scripture study tour in the Holy Land. While our group was walking along a street in Jerusalem, the leader asked us what we were talking about. We had to be honest… we were talking about what we were going to see later in the day. He chewed us out for not being present in the moment to appreciate the sights, sounds and experiences that surrounded us. Does that sound familiar to you? Have you ever found yourself in a special place and started wondering about other things or scrolling on your device?

We live in an age of many distractions that create a constant hunger for new stimuli that make it harder to focus and value what is in front of us.

This summer, ask the Holy Spirit to help you pay attention to who and what you are experiencing in the moment. Let God help you more deeply appreciate the beauty of His creation and His divine providence reflected in the ordinary and extraordinary experiences, events and people you encounter. And then, see what happens to your spirit and your attitude as a result. Living in the present moment in this way will help foster a habit that will be filled with many blessings God wants to give you. Don’t pass them up!

God bless you!