St. Paul says we are all sinners, but God loves us anyway. Imitating His love, we are called to give up self-centeredness, pride and anger and to be gentle, meek and pure of heart and body. But, the greatest virtue we are to practice is love. Please read Fr. Fane s inspiring bulletin article this week.
Family is first to receive our love.
In our love for him and in gratitude for his Christ-like example, let us continue to pray for his safety and well being as he bears witness to the world of the marvelous things God has done for the human family. Pray that his message of peace and understanding will open the hearts and minds of those who foster war and hate. It was suggested that the five year plan be reviewed and reissued, the liturgy committee become more active in the weekly worship of the parish, and finally, that a greater effort be made to recruit volunteers to assist in ministry and service to the parishioners. In all, this was a very positive and helpful opportunity for me, mid-term, to focus on what is going well and what needs more attention. The Feast of St. Vincent Ferrer and provided a delicious pot-luck dinner.