Dear Friends in Christ,
Congratulations to the children of our parish family who are receiving their First Eucharist this weekend and next. I would especially like to welcome their family and guests who are worshipping with us. When we see the children receiving their First Holy Communion, hopefully it is a reminder to us of that special moment when we received Christ’s Body and Blood for the first time. Sacraments are communal celebrations so we are especially pleased to gather together as a parish family to pray for our young people. I am especially grateful to their parents for encouraging their families to grow in faith. Thank you for providing an atmosphere in your home where our Catholic faith can be nurtured!
There are some wonderful activities coming up in May…
Father-Daughter Dance (May 16), Living Rosary (May 20), and our Parish Picnic (May 31). Please look further in this bulletin for more information and save the dates so you can plan on actively participating in the life of our parish.
When you come before the Lord this week, please pray for the Priests and Religious Sisters that staff our parish. Know that we will remember you, your loved ones and your intentions in our prayers as well. May we meet each day in our prayers!
In Christ,
Very Rev. Stephen D. Parkes, V.F.
Pastor
