True peace comes when we surrender and empty our hearts

<p>In this heartfelt homily, Fr. Simon reflects on the profound peace that comes from God, even amid suffering, uncertainty and life&#39;s greatest challenges.</p><p>Drawing from his encounters with Fr. Simon Pereira during his final weeks, he reminds us that true peace is not the absence of problems, worries or distractions. Rather, it is a gift that comes from opening our hearts and trusting in God.</p><p>Fr. Simon invites us to rediscover the power of Eucharistic Adoration. Peace is not measured by how many prayers we recite or how long we spend praying, but by the sincerity of our hearts and our willingness to encounter Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. True peace begins when we empty our hearts, surrender our worries and allow God to fill us with His presence.</p><p>- Saturday Novena Devotion by Fr. Simon Tan, C.Ss.R. (19 September 2026)</p><p><br></p>