Dear Holy Trinity Family,

Farewell, everyone!

This Sunday is my last Sunday here at Holy Trinity as your pastor.

As I reflect last two years of my pastoral ministry here at Holy Trinity Parish, although it is short, I am very grateful to be part of this wonderful family. Two years ago, you welcomed me with your open arms. I thank you again now for welcoming me back then. I came with new ideas, enthusiasm and zeal to do God’s will and to make Holy Trinity Parish thrive more. However, things did not go well as I had expected, especially with my health, and God seemed to have other plans for all of us. Although it was only two years, I have met wonderful people and had opportunities to work with them for the centennial celebration together. Moreover, I had marvelous chances to know Filippino cultures and spiritual practices. Thank you for entrusting me with the privilege of serving you and your family.

Leaving this parish, I would like to ask your forgiveness if there have been some ways that my words and actions were the cause of your pains and wounds. I never had any intention to harm you; but my idiosyncrasy might have hurt someone. I might have been too slow to respond to your needs and requests. Some of my decisions might have turned the table around. Whatever didn’t happen as you deserved to get from me, I wish I could have done differently. I hope and pray that you still trust God’s love and mercy despite of my shortcoming and the healing power of God may heal your heart.

I have learned and, I believe, I have grown much during my time here at Holy Trinity. I am sure whatever and all things that I experienced here truly will make me a better priest and effective pastor in my next assignments. Although I am 58 years old, still there is something I learn each day and every day. Thank you for making me a better priest. You all have been my good teachers!

I will not forget Holy Trinity Family and I will take only good memories with me as I open another chapter of my pastorate ministry. Thank you! I appreciate your love that you have shown me during these two years. I offer my sincere prayers that you all be well and let the community grow greatly with your new administrator priest, Fr. Jonathan Nestico. I am sure you will welcome him when he arrives here as if you welcomed me two years ago. May God bless you all and let us meet in prayers!

Gratefully,

Fr. Brian