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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 3h

This weekend’s reflection… Rejection hurts, but it doesn’t define your worth. Jesus knows what it means to be pushed aside. You are loved. You belong. This week, make room for someone who feels invisible. A simple welcome can restore hope. Who could you help feel seen? 💛 #ComeAsYouAre

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 4h

Four years ago today, Pope Francis reminded the Oblates: the poor “teach you the way of hope.” When life feels heavy, hope can come from those we serve. Let’s listen, learn and walk together. Who has helped you rediscover hope? #OMIGeneralChapter #OblateVocations

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 9h

Sometimes the hardest truth is the one we need to tell ourselves. Pause. Be honest. Question your assumptions. Ask God for clarity, and don’t confuse what you want to be true with what is true. Self-awareness is where wisdom begins. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 21h

Back home safe and sound… 🛬 An insightful week with our Oblate family in St. Albert, AB, rooted in 200 years of grace. Grateful for prayer, honest conversations and renewed hope for our shared mission. Thank you for your prayers! Now to live the Gospel, always close to the people and with the poor.

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Good plans don’t require endless resources - just wisdom about what you have and what you can carry. Do what is possible, respect your limits, and don’t sacrifice your peace trying to do it all. Sometimes knowing what not to take on is wisdom too. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Hello, October! 🍂 Another beautiful morning walk in St. Albert, AB. Frost on the grass, mist rising from the river, and autumn colours greeting the day. Cold fingers, grateful heart! These quiet moments are a lovely reminder to slow down and notice the beauty around us. #StAlbert #MorningWalk

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

When God places a good inspiration on your heart, don’t ignore it. Pray. Discern. Then have the courage to follow where grace leads. You may not see the whole path - but faith often begins with one faithful “yes.” #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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St. Patrick Church Hamilton ON @stpatshamilton.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🐾 They bless our lives every day. Now it’s their turn! Bring your pets to St. Patrick’s Annual Blessing of Animals, Sunday, Oct. 4 at 3 PM in front of the church. Together, we’ll celebrate God’s creatures and remember Bailey, who brought comfort and joy to so many. All are welcome!

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Always the strong one? Even those who hold everyone else together need care. Your worth is more than what you do. Christ sees the whole person. Make room to rest, ask for help and check on someone who always seems “fine.” voiceafrique.org/competent-pe...

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When Competent People No Longer Recognize Themselves

Barry C. Eneh explores the quiet crisis beneath burnout—when competent, dependable people become strangers to themselves—and offers a pathway toward emotional rest, self-compassion, and spiritual whol...

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Oblate Voices paraphrasing Constitution 31: Jesus unites our prayer and mission. We encounter him in Scripture, the sacraments and everyday life - giving and receiving his love through one another. With quiet hearts, we walk in faith, hope and love. How do you encounter Christ in your daily life? 🙏

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we pause to honour the survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never came home, and commit to walking the path of healing, justice, and respect with Indigenous Peoples. 🧡 #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Before criticizing, choose understanding. Before judging, choose mercy. It’s easy to point out what others get wrong; it takes grace to listen, encourage, and build up. Don’t let a critical spirit take root - be the person who brings compassion into the room. #ThoughtForTheDay St. Eugene de Mazenod

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Emerging themes at our Oblate Convocation: shared mission with Associates, deeper community, formation, engaging young people, welcoming migrants and ministry WITH the poor. Together, we’re listening to the Spirit and discerning where we’re called next. 🙏 #OblateLife

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A joyful moment for our Oblate family! ❤️ “Look to those priests who were passionate about Christ, such as Saint Eugene de Mazenod and Saint John Mary Vianney.” - Pope Leo XIV during the Prayer Vigil with Young People September 25, 2026 press.vatican.va/content/sala...

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Today our Superior General, Fr. Luis Ignacio Rois Alonso OMI, joined us from Rome, calling us to synodality, deeper community life and mission WITH the poor. Grateful for his insights and the challenge to put the Gospel into practice, together! 🙏 #OblateLife

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Some people are gifts we carry with gratitude. Give thanks for those who have walked beside you - then step forward with a light and willing heart. You don’t need to know the whole road. Trust God to guide your next step. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Reconnecting with our Oblate roots on Mission Hill in St. Albert, AB. Here, Fr. Albert Lacombe, OMI, and the Métis community built a chapel in 1861 - now Alberta’s oldest building. Our history invites us to deepen our charism: serving with humility, compassion and love. #Oblates

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Good morning! ☀️ Enjoying a morning walk in the crisp autumn air while exploring St. Albert, AB. Beautiful river reflections, colourful trees, and a quiet pause at the Healing Garden. Feeling grateful for this peaceful start to the day. A little fresh air does the soul good! 🍂 #StAlbert #MorningWalk

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It seems like Alberta has a problem… 🤔 When “Stay in Canada” needs a lawn sign, someone’s political GPS needs recalculating! 🇨🇦 We can disagree, demand better and still work together. Let’s spend our energy caring for people and building a country we’re proud to share. #CanadaStrong #BetterTogether

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

When someone is searching for direction, don’t underestimate the power of prayer. Ask God to bring light where there is uncertainty, courage where there is fear, and blessing for the road ahead. Sometimes the greatest gift we can offer is to pray someone forward. #ThoughtForTheDay St. Eugene 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

OMG! Finally got my Tiny Saints St. Eugene de Mazenod! 😇 Tiny saint, HUGE fan! Our founder is now officially in charge of my keys. After years of guiding my vocation, surely he can help me remember where I parked? 😂🔑 Small saint, big responsibility! #OblateLife #TinySaints

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

So here we begin… 🙏 Gathered in St. Albert, AB with our Oblate family, celebrating 200 years of grace and shaping a future in hope. May these days help us listen deeply, speak honestly and renew our commitment to those we serve. Keep us in your prayers! #OblateLife

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Heading out to St. Albert for our Oblate Convocation! ✈️ Celebrating 200 years of grace and discerning where God is calling us next. Your prayers for safe travels, open hearts, honest conversations and courage to serve would be appreciated. Always close to the people! 🙏 #OblateLife

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St. Patrick Church Hamilton ON @stpatshamilton.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Every child deserves safety, love, and a place to belong. This Refugees and Migrants Sunday, Jesus calls us to welcome him in those seeking refuge. “Even just one of these children” matters. Let’s turn compassion into action: welcome a newcomer, support a family, protect a child. #WelcomeTheStranger

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Peace begins when we stop trying to control what we cannot. Recognize your limits, do what you can, and entrust the rest to God. Powerlessness is not defeat when it leads us to surrender, trust, and peace. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Not everything in life will make sense when we want it to. Some paths only become clear with time. When you can’t understand what God is doing, keep walking, keep trusting, and stay open to grace. Providence may be mysterious - but you are never abandoned. #ThoughtForTheDay St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Do your best, then trust God with the rest. Difficult seasons will test your courage, but they don’t have to steal your peace. Stay patient, keep doing the good you can, and remember: not everything needs to happen on our timetable. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Facebook brought back my running days today: Berlin Marathon 2017! 🏃‍♂️🇩🇪 How do you stand out among 50,000 runners? A Canada shirt, a green cap, and a wave big enough to be seen from space. 🙋‍♂️😂 Nine years later, I still love this photo - and the memories!

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Enjoying God’s beautiful creation on retreat with our young people today! 🌿☀️ Blue skies, peaceful trails, and time to pause, pray, and reconnect. Grateful for today’s beautiful weather. Sometimes a walk in nature is just what the soul needs most. #FaithInAction

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Clutter has a way of taking over - our rooms, our schedules, even our hearts. Don’t keep putting it off. Clear what no longer serves you, make room for what matters, and begin today. Sometimes renewal starts by simply getting rid of the junk. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Today the Church remembers St. Padre Pio. A couple of years ago, I was blessed to pray at his tomb in San Giovanni Rotondo and visit his hometown of Pietrelcina. I remain deeply grateful for this spiritual journey and will treasure these precious memories forever. #BlessedAndGrateful

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

That’s what happens when you elect a convicted felon to the highest office… In his speech at the UN today, Trump urged nations to quit the International Criminal Court, which issued arrest warrants for Putin and Netanyahu over alleged war crimes. It’s clear where Trump stands…

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Not everything deserves equal attention. When life pulls you in a hundred directions, return to what matters most. Trust God’s grace, protect your deepest commitments, and let the lesser things find their proper place. Focus is faithfulness. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Feeling powerless in a divided world? Peace needs your hands and heart. This International Day of Peace, invest in listening, kindness and dignity for every person. Let’s pray for peace and practise it, one neighbour at a time. What act of peace will you choose today? 🕊️ #PeaceDay2026 #InvestInPeace

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

When grief feels too heavy to carry alone, let someone walk with you. A message, a listening ear, a loving heart can become a shelter in the storm. Don’t underestimate the healing power of simply being there for someone who is hurting. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

When your heart is unsettled, don’t carry it alone. Reach out. Talk to someone you trust. You may not know how things will unfold, but you don’t need every answer today. Let friendship bring comfort, and let patience carry you through the uncertainty. #ThoughtForTheDay St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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St. Patrick Church Hamilton ON @stpatshamilton.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

What a wonderful evening at our Hope for Hunger Gala! Thank you to every organizer, sponsor, donor, guest, volunteer and staff member who made it possible. Your generosity helps De Mazenod Door Outreach serve meals, offer welcome and bring hope to our neighbours. Together, we make a real difference!

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Don’t rely only on assumptions, rumours, or second-hand stories. Go. See. Listen. Meet people where they are and learn what life is really like for them. Compassion begins with presence - and wisdom grows when we take time to understand before we judge. #ThoughtForTheDay St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

People don’t always need big solutions - they need to know someone cares. Notice. Listen. Pay attention. Choose kindness, especially when someone is struggling. A thoughtful word or simple act of care can become the hope they needed today. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I’m grateful for the opportunity to bless CUPE 3396’s new office and share a moment of prayer and conversation. May this space be a place of solidarity, compassion and hope, where the dignity of every worker is honoured. Thank you for your warm welcome and your commitment to serving our community! 🙏

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

In solidarity with Ontario’s teachers and education workers on today’s Day of Action. Every child deserves the support they need to thrive. Every worker deserves dignity and respect. A bracelet is a small sign of a shared commitment: stronger schools, stronger communities. ❤️💜 #OntEdUnited

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Hurry can make us miss what matters most. Slow down. Pray. Listen. Discern before you decide. Not every opportunity needs an immediate answer, and not every delay is a setback. Sometimes wisdom begins when we refuse to rush. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Celebrating new life in Christ this morning at St. Patrick! 💧 Blessings to our newly baptized and their families. May each one always know they are loved, they belong, and they never walk alone. As a parish family, we promise to walk with them in faith, hope, and love. @stpatshamilton.bsky.social

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

A Russian drone struck a Kyiv–Warsaw train near Poland’s border. No casualties were reported. Every civilian deserves safety. Let’s stand with Ukraine, pray and work for a just peace today. #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦 tvpworld.com/95363922/dor...

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Russian drone strikes Kyiv-Warsaw train near Polish border

Polish authorities issued an alert in areas near the border early Sunday

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Not every good effort brings immediate results. Keep planting. Keep watering. Keep showing up with faith and love. Your worth is not measured by visible success. Do your part faithfully - and trust God with the growth. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🌱🙏✨

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St. Patrick Church Hamilton ON @stpatshamilton.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Carrying hurt or hoping to begin again? Let Jesus meet you with mercy. Come for Mass and take one step towards healing. We’re looking forward to welcoming you at St. Patrick! Saturday 5pm; Sunday 9am, 11:30am (Baptisms) and 7:15pm. There’s a place for you here. Come and bring a friend. #ComeAsYouAre

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

This weekend’s reflection: Forgiven someone, but the hurt returns? Healing takes time. Jesus helps us begin again with courage. Take one small step: pray for someone difficult to love. Forgiveness can begin while healing is still taking place. Who needs your prayer today? #Forgiveness #FaithInAction

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

When your decisions are rooted in compassion, fairness, and a well-formed conscience, trust the good you are trying to do. Not everyone will understand - but integrity gives courage to keep going. Lead with a fair mind and a compassionate heart. #ThoughtForTheDay inspired by St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Honouring all those lost on 9/11 25 years ago, including Fr. Mychal Judge, FDNY chaplain, the first recorded victim, who gave his life offering hope and prayers amid the tragedy. His courage and compassion remind us to serve others selflessly, even in the darkest moments. #NeverForget

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Jarek Pachocki OMI @jarekpach.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Not everyone will think like you - and that’s okay. When disagreement gets heated, pause before you react. Listen. Breathe. Choose your words with care. Self-control doesn’t weaken your voice; it protects your peace, your relationships, and your witness. #ThoughtForTheDay St. Eugene de Mazenod 🙏✨

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