During a recent trip to the Philippines for the ordination of four priests from the Society of Divine Vocations, Bishop da Cunha encountered a vibrant and joyful faith deeply rooted in community, generosity, and hope. In this week’s blog, he reflects on the warmth of the Filipino people, the inspiring witness of young seminarians, and the universal bond that unites the Church across cultures and nations. He also invites the faithful to celebrate the Ascension of the Lord and support the Church’s mission of sharing the Gospel through World Communications Day.

As Holy Week approaches, Bishop da Cunha reflects with gratitude on his ordination 44 years ago, the strength of mothers united in prayer for their children, and the beauty of gathering as one diocesan family at the Chrism Mass. He also invites the faithful to enter more deeply into the sacred days ahead, walking with Christ in prayer, sacrifice, and hope. Fr. Matthew Laird also shares a Lenten reflection from a retreat with those preparing to receive the sacraments at Easter.