Pastor's Corner June 22, 2003 |
Body and Blood of Christ |
As you may all know, the mass for the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which is held at 8 pm
on the first Friday of every month, not only includes the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, but
also dedicates to Prayer for Vocation.
In June, a Canadian youth, who has led a consecrated life, shared his vocation
journey with us.
His ancestors arrived and settled in the East coast of Canada four hundred years ago.
At a young age, he joined the army and was assigned to military services in Vancouver.
During his vacation, he and a friend volunteered at a church in Vancouver. At that
time, he met a visiting Italian priest, from whom he experienced a unique aura.
Deeply drawn by this extraordinary experience, he left the army, where he served for
more than five years, and embarked on his journey to priesthood.
He has worked in Toronto ever since he completed the vocation training. Three years
ago, he was even sent to serve in Africa and did not return to Toronto until this
passed March.
He explained, "No matter where we are, if we can live and serve other
selflessly, we will be happy, contented and emancipated."
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