Latest Message from Fr. Paul Cao – May 31, 2026

WORDS OF THANKS – I am still reading the many beautiful and kind words that you wrote in the guest book and cards two weeks ago as I celebrated my 25th anniversary of priesthood. Those words really mean a lot to me, and they make me feel the joy of serving the Lord and His Church in my priestly vocation.

As I look back over these twenty-five years, I can clearly see that God has been good to me. I often find myself quoting Psalm 23:6: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.” The entirety of Psalm 23 – “The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want” – has been the absolute foundation of my ministry.

I thank God for His constant blessings and guidance throughout this twenty-five-year journey. Through every joy and challenge, I have felt God’s loving and providential hand silently sustaining me and strengthening my steps on the path of service. I know now that I have never been alone. I have been surrounded by many people like you – people who have supported, cared for, and loved me, especially here at St. Mother Theodore Guerin Parish. Truly, we have become a family together. I have been in this parish for 13 years, which means more than half of my priestly life has been spent with this community. Each of you is part of the family of God to which I belong. I thank God for all of you, and I am profoundly grateful for the love, care, and support you have always shown me.

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS – I would like to acknowledge the following people who helped the Mass and the reception run very smoothly:

  • Kim Hagerty, Lynn Schmidt, Laurie DePillo, Bob Vessini, the Men’s Club, and all the staff and volunteers who decorated the gym, set up the tables, and served the food and drinks.
  • Irma and Angel Rivera, Maria Mojek, Greg Derlacki, and Linda Santelli for decorating the church and preparing the liturgy.
  • Tien Dang, Danny Hesslau, and all the altar servers and lectors for assisting at Mass.
  • Craig Kamptner, and the adult and children’s choirs for the beautiful music.
  • Deacons Mike Delarco and Rolando Merced, and all the priests present who assisted and concelebrated at Mass.
  • All those who were present at my 25th anniversary Mass. Thank you for your gifts, greeting cards, and prayers.

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. May God bless you for your love, support, and kindness!

Please continue to pray for me, as I pray for you daily, that I may remain faithful to Jesus and to my vocation, serving Him and His Church with zeal.

With gratitude,
Fr. Paul Cao
Pastor of St. Mother Theodore Guerin Parish