Pastor's Reflection - November 16, 2025

The Wisdom of Waiting: Building on God's Divine Timeline

I recently read some comments by Pope Leo XIV during his homily for the dedication of St. John Lateran. He said:

"Brothers and sisters, as we diligently labor in the service of God’s Kingdom, let us be neither hasty nor superficial. Let us dig deep, unhindered by worldly criteria, which too often demand immediate results and disregard the wisdom of waiting.”

These words call us to reflect on how we approach our faith and our service to others. In our busy world, there is a tendency to desire quick results, seek immediate success, and measure our efforts by superficial standards. Yet, true growth in God's Kingdom requires patience, perseverance, and a willingness to dig deep.

Our faith invites us to look beyond what is immediate and visible. Growth in holiness and in our community often happens quietly through consistent prayer, acts of charity, and ongoing commitment. It requires us to wait on God's timing and trust in His wisdom, even when results seem slow or imperceptible.

As we move forward with the Partners in the Gospel, these words can help ground us in what the Lord wants to accomplish and how we are called to move forward.

Let us also strive to encourage one another to resist the temptation of superficiality and hasty judgments. Instead, let us dig deep into our faith, our commitments, and our relationships, trusting that God's harvest will come in His perfect time.

We are building on the legacy of many wonderful men and women who have been part of our parishes over the years. Surely, the Lord will see that the good work He has begun in us will be brought to completion.

In Christ,

Fr. James Northrop, Pastor