Bishop John Noonan | Diocese of Orland website

Beloved People of God,

Bishop's message emphasizes trust in the Lord, inspired by Pope Francis' announcement of a Jubilee Year. The bishop reflects on the significance of hope, faith, and charity in Christian life.

"Our Holy Father, Pope Francis announced this year as a Jubilee Year, a special gift of grace calling us to be a leaven of God’s hope," he writes. He highlights that trust in the Lord is an endless source of life for those who remain true to their faith.

The bishop encourages believers to express their faith through actions and gestures that reflect joy and enthusiasm. "Hope, together with faith and charity express the heart of the Christian life," he states. He urges Christians to share smiles, friendship, kindness, and good deeds as "rich seeds of hope" for others.