Blessings on all of our fathers, those living and those who have gone to their reward. The painting in front of the church of St. Joseph holding the Child Jesus expresses for me a father's love and care. We pray for all fathers. Many of us would agree with the tribute Tim Russert gave to his father, "The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get. Hardly a day goes by when I don't remember something that Big Russ taught me."
Thanks to all of you who participated in Fr. Bill's 40th anniversary as a Franciscan priest and for those who planned and prepared for the grand celebration--Sharon, Paula, Amy, Diane, John, Charly and Collin. The choir under the direction of Steve Siemion moved our hearts and expressed our prayers and gratitude. David and Barbara provided beautiful flowers. The Mass and reception are evidence of what enthusiastic and generous parishioners you are.
This Sunday we are celebrating Corpus Christi, the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ. We can never be thankful enough for the Real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.
We continue to pray for Fr. Bill and to carry on all the good things he began. He urged us to read the pastoral letter of Archbishop Vigneron, "Unleash the Gospel". We could start living it now by inviting parents to enroll their children in Vacation Bible School, July 17-21, Also, we can be alert to anyone who may have interest in our RCIA program beginning in September. They can Contact Mike Dillon or Fr. Jeremy or the parish office.
Fr. Jeremy