Hi!

How is your lent going?  I’m getting up every morning at 5:30 a.m.  I’m not complaining.  My mother use to say if you complain you lose the Grace.   So I’m smiling and thanking the Lord that I am able to get up each morning.  Please keep the people in our RCIA program in your prayers as they prepare to enter our faith community this Easter.  They are making a statement that they believe in the Lord Jesus and in us.  That’s rather profound when you think about it.  If you get the opportunity offer them a word of encouragement and let them know that you believe in them.

I want to thank all those who sent cards and well wishes to me on my birthday.  This is truly a kind and thoughtful parish.  It is my privilege to be your pastor.  I am always a bit uncomfortable celebrating a day that really should be a day for my parents.  They made so many sacrifices for me and they loved me.  It is so sad in our society when we see children who receive no love.  By God’s Grace I was given two people who wanted me in this world and gave their all to nurture me in the Love of the Lord.  I so wish that was true for all parents.  Let us make sure we pray for our parents.

You are all in my prayers and heart.

Fr. Tom