Dear Parishioners,
We’ve made it through the proverbial half-way point of our summer having celebrated Independence Day…and there is still plenty of time for rest! I am hopeful your holiday was an opportunity for relaxation and perhaps an opportunity as well to pray for peace for the people of our nation and safety and secu-rity for all who are in harm’s way in time of war…especially our troops…those who sacrifice in order to guarantee our continued independence. May God bless them and may God Bless America!
The laziness of summer gives me an opportunity to reflect on the great generosity of so many in our parish. When I think of all of the volunteer hours spent in ministry I am over-whelmed. We could not possibly accomplish what we do without such dedication…yes, it takes a lot of money to have the many ministries that we do but the money is truly not the foundation of our work…it’s the people both on staff and the hundreds who are simply parishioners willing to give so much of themselves so that others may know and experience God’s love…we are truly blessed…and I am truly thankful.
Please don’t think however that since someone else is doing it you need not be involved. There is always a great need for parishioner involvement and just because you have not been personally “tapped on the shoulder” doesn’t mean we do not have great need for your time and talent. Please prayerfully consider how you might become more involved here in the life of our parish!
Continue to enjoy this beautiful summer….take the time to rest in the arms of the Lord.
God Bless
Fr. Jan
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