On Call. A Lesson

This column ran a couple years ago. I’ve since stepped down from taking on calls. But good old Fr. Michatek continues this valuable ministry. Bless him. This is a story of one of my nights On Call.

So it was Sunday night about 9:15. I’d just settled in to watch the closing ceremonies for the Rio Olympics. The chaplain at Rochester General calls to ask for an anointing. A woman, 93, in a coma . . . her son was asking for a priest. So you go, right? Of course. It’s what we do.

On the way I try to spiritualize my frustration at missing the Olympics. “Lord, this is for you. I offer this up. Let this bring me closer to you and your Sacred Heart.” I silently patted myself on the back for responding quickly and calmly to the chaplain’s request. “I’m a dutiful priest”, I tell myself.

Her name was Ruth. She was curled up in a semi fetal position. With eyes closed, her head was tilted back as if expecting a knock at the window. Tom, her son, greeted me with a kindly smile and extended his hand.

He told me his mother had come to the hospital with a lung infection but I soon learned this was simply the last in a litany of health problems that went back decades; back to when Tom and his sister were told their mother had Alzheimer’s and special care would be needed for her 24/7.

“We just wanted to be ready, Father. She’s been through so much.” Briefly he fills me in on what the recent past had been and the numerous trips to emergency rooms. I was struck by the tender way he spoke of his mother and the total absence of any reference to what these years had cost him and his sister.

(It set me thinking of my sisters who each cared for our mom and dad in their final days. Like little children, our sickly parents needed constant care and attention which both of my sisters gave so readily.)

And here he was, bent over his mother’s bed stroking her hair. I wondered if I was kind enough, generous enough, selfless enough, to do what this man had done for so many years for his demented mother.

Suddenly my frustration over missing the Olympic closing seemed so small and petty. My prayer of “offering up” seemed less heroic, an estimate of myself suddenly paled when compared to Tom’s undivided devotion.

So what’s the point of this? We’ve all been witness in our priesthood to persons of great charity and holiness. For me, the people I hold to be in the state of great sanctity (who knows these things?) . . . most are simple everyday people . . . few are priests. The point is we’ve got it pretty easy. The great love of God’s people for the priest paves the way for a smooth landing in so many life situations.

Most people do the hard, thankless, every day carrying of their burden. We priests hear “thank you Father” almost daily. Most people get gifts on their birthday; we often get little candies on our desk “for just being you”. Most people pay for their meal; how many times has someone across the restaurant picked up your check? Their moods don’t get pampered like Father’s when he’s “having a bad day.”

So I guess I’m urging us to see ourselves as Jesus did. “It is the same with you; when you have done all you have been told to do, say, ‘We are but servants; we have only done our duty.’” Luke 17:10

Let’s let ourselves be humbled by the hidden souls whose brilliant charity daily sows the seeds of God’s Kingdom.

Your brother,
Tim

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God, All Powerful?…

Most of the time.

There was a catechism lesson we had when we were children. It was about the “Attributes of God”? God is all-knowing, all-loving, all-wise, and all-powerful. God can do all things. He can make a galaxy or an atom, an ocean or a raindrop, an elephant or a humming bird. Nothing exists outside God’s power to command.

But on second thought, there really is something God can’t do (or won’t do) . . . He won’t make us obey His commands. God can appeal to us with right reasons. He makes certain things speak clearly that they are true and good; all for the purpose of winning us over to His Divine Will.

But God will not violate our own free will. He gave it to us to use in cooperation with His Will. God wants us to experience this participation as a joy and thereby discover our unique dignity and happiness. Our freewill is what makes us human beings. To take that away would destroy our humanity. We can choose to go against God’s will but . . . God will not go against ours.

We see this in the gospel (Mk. 6:6) where Jesus is teaching in his home town of Nazareth. The neigh- bors come out to see their “home town hero”. Suddenly the crowd became aware that Jesus was just one of them    no better, no worse. “Hey, we know you Jesus. You grew up here. You played in our streets. Don’t go thinking you’re anything special. You’re not. You’re just like us.”

“So (Jesus) was not able to perform any mighty deed there . . . he was amazed at their lack of faith.” Our unwillingness to believe in Christ makes it impossible for him to do his will for us. “I want to help you but I can’t . . . because you won’t let me.”

We tie God’s hands when we refuse to submit ourselves to what we know to be His will. Yet God is always polite. He won’t enter where He is not welcomed or is ignored. Christ knocks on the door but only we can open it.

So why doesn’t God shout to us or make a special show of His power? That’s not how He works. We have a humble God whose humble way is revealed in Jesus Christ. “Though Jesus was in the form of God, He did not deem equality with God something to be grasped at. Rather, he emptied himself coming in hu- man likeness and found human in appearance.” Philippians 2:6,7

The big mistake we make is to think of God’s will as something that keeps us from enjoying ourselves . . . something ruling over us that robs us of our freedom.

No! God wants our happiness. Jesus tells us in the Gospel of John, “If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love. I tell you this so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.” John 15:11

God’s will is our happiness.

Fr. Tim

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YOU AND GOD: 20 QUESTIONS

Some questions to think about. Maybe you could share them with your partner or friend and hear their answers as well. Go slow. Don’t do them all at once.

Can you remember a time as a child (@ 6-12 yrs.) that God seemed close to you? Where were you? How did it feel?

1) When I was 10 years old, I thought God was like…

2) It’s different now that I am older. God seems like…

3) Moments when I find myself believing in God are…

4) Things that make it hard to believe in God are…

5) Praying is essential to growing in Faith. How do you pray? When do you pray?

6) Finish this sentence: “I turn to God when…”

7) How do you know when your love for someone is really real, not just a momentary feeling?

8) Do your children or friends know you believe in God? What evidence do they see?

9) Do you worry sometime that God can’t make this world “right”?

10) Have you ever done something that cost you time and frustration (and gave you nothing in return), solely because it was the right thing to do? How did that feel?

11) Has anything hurtful happened to you that later on contained a hidden “goodness” that showed you God was there?

12) What is “a grace”?

13) What do you think children need to know to become who they were meant to be?

14) Tears are most times a sign of love. What would move you to tears?

15) What does the current bickering in Washington, almost monthly acts of senseless violence, natural disasters around the world, do to your faith?

16) Jesus tells us to be his disciples we will experience the cross. What cross (suffering) do you carry in union with Him?

17) “Life is more _____________ than I thought it would be.” (What word(s) would you use to reflect your thought?…hard, happy, boring, full, empty, scary, wonderful, funny, mysterious, etc.)

18) Looking back, do you wish you could change anything?

19) Looking forward, do you wish to change anything?

20) What has happened in your life that you would NEVER change?

…Just some questions to think about. ((I bet you bump into some God memories you didn’t realize were there).

God’s going to get you.
But, you have to let Him.

Fr. Tim


Bishop Salvatore Matano is joining us for mass Sunday!

He will be celebrant and homilist at the 10:30 mass, February 5. Coffee hour will follow. Come say “hello” to the bishop.

WELCOME BISHOP MATANO

We are delighted that you are joining us today to celebrate the Holy Eucharist and meet with us over Coffee Hour following mass. Please know Holy Trinity Parish is at your service in helping bring Christ to our world.

Thank you for your selfless ministry as the Shepherd of our diocese. May God bless you in these trying times we all face together.

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HOME SWEET HOME

Jesus says something rather strange about his disciples in the Gospel of John. (Jn 15:19). Praying to his Father he says, “They do not belong to the world . . . They are not of the world anymore than I am of the world.” What could he possibly mean?

Isn’t this world all we know? It’s our home. Its gravity keeps our feet on the ground. The seasons bring wheat to the fields and food to our tables. We just landed a camera on Mars and what do we see? Nothing but sand and rock. Meanwhile, the Pink Magnolia in spring is a wonderland of life. If God made the world for you and me, what do you mean ‘I don’t belong to the world?’

Jesus is using the word “world” to describe the way people carry on their everyday lives. We are born from our parents. We learn how to walk and talk and get along in our lives. We fall in love, marry, have chil- dren, and die. Along the way we amuse ourselves with sports, music, media and the arts. This is “The Way of the World”. We all live in this way.

Oh yes, we live “in the world” no doubt. But we don’t “belong”. (Webster defines “belong” as “to have a proper or suitable place”.) Jesus has come to show us that our “proper place” is with him . . . and then together with us . . . Jesus is “in the Father”. And then at last, God will be “all in all”. 1 Cor. 15:28


The world doesn’t get this. Even from the cross Jesus knew of the ignorance of “the world”. “Father forgive them for they know not what they’re doing.” Luke 23:34. (Also: Acts 3:18, 19.) People just don’t get this Jesus and what he has come to show us. It’s all there in the New Testament Scriptures for anyone who’d care to read it. It’s been proclaimed by the Church for over 2000 years.

So, Jesus says Christians live “in the world” but not “of the world”. The day to day struggle to simply exist on earth (living life getting food, clothing, shelter, etc.) is living in the world. We all must do this. BUT, Jesus has shown us something more. Human beings are God’s children. Our proper place, the one for which we were created, is to share in God’s divine nature. We’re more than this world. The world can’t hold us — it’s not big enough to be our home. Only God is big enough.

Theologians later described this human share in divinity as a Supernatural Existential. That means we have, as part of our human nature, a capacity to receive the life of God. It’s called Grace. That’s right. God wants us to become like Him! To have this happen we need to belong to Christ. (Non-Christians will get to know Christ in God’s mysterious ways).

In the meantime, we are like pilgrims traveling through this world. St. Paul says it’s like we live in a “tent”. “For we know that if our earthly dwelling, a tent (our body) be destroyed (death), we have a building from God, a dwelling not made by hands, eternal in heaven.” 2 Cor. 5:1

St. Paul was so struck by the power of life in Christ that he “longed to be away from the body and at home with the Lord . . . but we aspire to please Him, whether we are at home or away.” 2 Cor. 5:1-10 (Read it! It’s wonderful.)

So, we are witnesses of Christ’s truth to the world. It’s what brings us hope. The world cries, “the sky is falling, the sky is falling!” Christians say, “Let’s fix it. But remember, we’re only renting this place. Our true home is with the Lord.”

No Pink Magnolias till April. It’ll be sweet.

Fr. Tim


Save the Date: February 5th

Bishop Salvatore Matano is joining us for mass in one week!

He will be celebrant and homilist at the 10:30 mass, February 5. Coffee hour will follow. Come say “hello” to the bishop.

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What is . . . reveals a starting place with God.

This may seem simple and obvious, and it is. But it’s the simple things that often hold a mystery which points to God. It’s the fact that God directly wills (or at least permits) – – WHAT IS.

Let’s look at a few things that ARE, to see what God may be up to.

  • The universe exists. (God wills)
  • It’s winter. (God wills)
  • How old are you? (God wills that)
  • There’s a Democrat in the Oval Office and a Republican held Congress. (God permits).
  • The Bills are in the play offs. (God permits)
  • War is raging in Ukraine. (God permits)
  • The ice caps are melting and global temperatures are rising. (Ice melts at 32 — God wills. Man’s use of carbon fuels creates an atmosphere that traps heat – God permits our carbon footprint.)
  • Science has Covid on the run. (God wills and permits)
  • You were born. (God wills)
  • God became flesh 2000 yrs. ago (God wills).
  • Jesus is risen from the dead. (God wills).
  • All will be well. (God wills)

From these few examples it becomes clear that WHAT IS comes either from God’s hand, or, by God accepting free human action and its consequence (both good and bad).

Now we have to be clear about something. God, who is Light and Truth . . . God, who’s essence is ultimately Love . . . can only directly will what is good. “God looked at everything He had made and saw all he had created and found it very good.” Genesis 1:31

But God’s will must deal with the free choices He allows humans to make. And God knows that some of those choices will be sinful and contrary to his loving plan. What does a loving God do to remedy the mess we humans create?

First off, God accepts WHAT IS. He embraces the results of our choices and begins to find a way for His Love to heal, forgive and renew.

Have you watched, or perhaps participated, in effecting God’s loving will? Have you helped the poor? Instructed a child? Forgiven some offense? Educated yourself about some social injustice? Worked for: Habitat for Humanity? Birthright? St. Joseph’s House of Hospitality? Have you supported the Missions? Your parish?

You see God’s “Permissive Will” is asking us to be part of the solution to the problems we created. None of us can do this on our own. These things are overwhelming to any one person. But together we can plant a new seed of hope. Together we can pass on to our children a vision of a better world and encourage them to find a life that helps others.

All this, of course, is empowered by the greatest WHAT IS in human history – – – Jesus Christ. Remember, whatever IS is God’s will. And God’s will is His Love. His Love will not fail.

Bless you.

Fr. Tim


Save the Date: February 5th

Bishop Salvatore Matano is joining us for mass in two weeks!

He will be celebrant and homilist at the 10:30 mass, February 5. Coffee hour will follow. Come say “hello” to the bishop.

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Do you want a priest?

Back to Ordinary Time we go this week (the wear’n of the green!). But I still have the Christmas liturgies fondly in mind. I think back on all the preparations that went into the celebration of the Lord’s birth. By Christmas Eve the choirs (classic, contemporary and children’s choirs) were practiced and ready to go.

The sanctuary was adorned with poinsettias, candles, and trees. Extra chairs were set in the Gathering Space. Altar servers, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, ushers and greeters were all assigned and ready to serve. Everything was ready. But what about . . . the priest?

I hate thinking about this, but what if Fr. Tim or Fr. John had gotten Covid? Who would say mass? All the preparations for Christmas would stand silent. There is no one to proclaim the Gospel and pray the prayers that change bread and wine into the Body of Christ. What do we do; sing Silent night and go home?

I describe this unhappy scenario to make a simple point. We need the priest to activate the worship of the community in the celebration of The Mass. Only in the Catholic Church is there the absolute dependence on someone acting in the Person of Christ. This person, the priest, is the instrument by which the people (united with Christ in Spirit) offer themselves to the Father in the Sacrifice of the Cross and, in return receive the Resurrected Christ in the Eucharist.

Someone needs to be Jesus. And as you can imagine, no one takes this upon themself. Because that person, the priest, is just a man. A human being. He must be given that authority by the Church. And the Church too must be given that power by God. And God did. At the first Eucharist (the Last Supper) Jesus told the apostles “Do this in memory of me.”


Friends we need priests. Current statistics should cause concern about the future availability of the Eucharist for those who hunger for it.

There are currently 91 priests in active full-time ministry. The median age of a priest in the Diocese of Rochester is 73. With the retirement age for priests set at 75, 27 priests will reach retirement in the next 5 years. In that same time we currently hope to ordain 3 men to the priesthood. Are you getting the picture? For over ten years parishes have had to cluster together to share the ministry of a single priest.

Yet the People of God seem oblivious to the upcoming challenge. “As long as we have “our priest,” we’re ok. Good luck to the rest of you.” It doesn’t work that way. The priest serves in a parish at the discretion of the bishop. He goes where he is assigned. That way no parish “owns” a priest. He is a gift from the diocese. Declining numbers of worshippers and a growing lack of priests sometimes requires a bishop to ask a parish to share a priest. Some of my closest priest friends find themselves shepherding two and three churches.

So what do we do? A couple things. First, pray. Jesus said, “The harvest is rich but laborers are few. Ask the Harvest Master to send laborers to the Vineyard.” (Mt. 9:37)

Next, talk to young men. (I start to mention this to boys who’ve reached the fifth grade. Something like, “You have good faith. I’ve seen it in the way you treat others. The way you pray at mass, etc. Have you ever thought you could serve God as a priest? Think about it.”

We Catholics are so shy about this, aren’t we? Why? Several reasons, but I think they all boil down to the feeling that vocations to the priesthood “just happen.” They don’t. We have to plant the seed in the hearts of these young men.

And . . . we have to share with these young ones the beauty of a life that says Christmas Mass, baptizes my children, marries us, hears our confession, visits us in the hospital, and sends us off to God in our burial.

We will continue to pray for priests and religious women at every Sunday mass at Holy Trinity. Let’s get to work.

Fr. Tim

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Do Your Part. The Rest is On God.

It’s strange. Something that gives me comfort in the midst of our current world and national turmoil is the realization that some things are just out of my control. I’m not off the hook by any means. I must do my part. But how this all turns out – – – that’s in God’s hands.

So what are those issues that cause you to wonder just where this world is headed? You know them: our polarized society, Covid 19, a broken political system, climate change, racism, church clergy abuse, etc.

Each one of these problems and more, taunt us with their seeming insolvability.

So what are we to do? Trust that this is all covered (in a way we can’t see) by God who loves us. It’s that simple yet profound. Jesus tells us, “In the world you will have trouble. But take courage. I have overcome the world.” Jn. 16:33

It doesn’t mean the Lord will suddenly wipe away the damage we’ve done by our own willful unkindness. God chooses to accept our free sinful choices and their consequences.

To heal the social wound requires a new desire within our own hearts. God will not bring a healing of our wounds without our cooperation. It requires (especially of Christians), faith, good will, sacrifice, forgiveness and courage.


That’s it in a nutshell, really. God’s plan for the world has already been secured. He has overcome the world by Christ’s death and Resurrection. There is no power on earth that can overcome the will of God to save the human race. Period.

There will be suffering along the way. Things may not fit the “happily ever after” we vision in fairy tales. (God’s way is not our way). But for all we may have to go through, the future has been won.

Think of it. All the forces of darkness and sin gathered in one horrible day and killed the King of Love. To this day, the enemy of Christ is still at work in the world (see the list above). But it’s a losing battle . . . the love of God is the supreme and final reality. Death is overcome by a Love that is God Eternal. This is what the Resurrection means for us.

The final end of history will not happen without our imperfect cooperation. God wants us to share in the story He’s already completed! “Seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness. Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself.” Mt. 6:33, 34.

This is a real act of Faith, isn’t it? To trust in a victory that’s already happened; but one I cannot yet see. This Faith brings about the second great virtue   Hope. (Read the beautiful passage of St. Paul in Romans 8:18-25) “And so we boast of the hope we have of sharing God’s glory . . . and this hope does not disappoint (in spite of life’s sorrows) for God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, who is God’s gift to us.” Romans 5:5.

We never give up hope. Never! Why? Because Christ has won the victory. Human history will complete itself in God’s good time. And when it does, you, who have longed for its coming, you scarred and wounded faithful, you will shout for joy.

Let us each do our part.

Fr. Tim

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The Best Is Yet To Come!

As I sit at my desk and begin to write memories of the past 35 years at Holy Trinity, I find myself going back to the telephone call that I received in December of 1988 from Fr. William Hart asking if I would like to work part-time as a bookkeeper. I had three children who needed my attention but old enough to be on their own until I came home from work three days a week. So, after discussing it with my husband Denny, and with prayer, I decided to try it.

Part-time became full time and bookkeeper became Parish Secretary. The basement of the rectory was my office and eventually I moved to the office I have now. The folks that I have met along the
way were amazing. Webster is a small community and everyone knows everyone.
Most are related to each other, including our family. As I look back, with mostly warm thoughts, I find myself hoping that I made a difference to someone along the way.

I would like to thank many people whom without them I couldn’t have done my job. I will begin with Mary Ann Spinelli who taught me compassion, grace, and kindness. I tried to emulate the same kind of gentleness and warmth that Mary Ann brought to Holy Trinity for the 25 plus years when she was an employee.

To my volunteers, oh, you were my lifesavers. (You are the best!!) My past and present. Theresa Graff, Darlene Krenzer, Lisa Dunn, Nora Doser, Joan Warren, Sharon Gavens, Emily Brunner, and Barbara White. You all became so special to me and ended up becoming my dearest friends. And of course, Joanne Mix, my receptionist and friend. What would I have done without you all these years. You all brought joy and delight to the main office.

The past and especially the current staff, it’s been a pleasure to work with you all.
Fr. Tim and Fr. John, it was an honor to work for you both. I can retire with no regrets.

To God, for giving me patience and understanding toward those who walk through our office door. For my family, Aimee, Jeff, Jack and Cameron, Nikki, Jeff, Maggie, Teddy, Moira, and Ben, and Scott and Ashley. You have encouraged me through thick and thin. To my husband Denny, my rock, and who has listened to my joys, sadness, woes and rewards. As I enter a new chapter in my life, thank you to the parishioners who brought joy and delight upon entering the parish office – never a dull moment at 1460 Ridge Road. I will still be around until January 6th and then on speed dial if necessary. Change can be very scary, but change can be good. Everyone is replaceable, so whoever takes my place please welcome them with warmth and openness.

The best is yet to come,

With much love and blessings and a Happy New Year to all!

Pam Schultz

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The 12 Years of Christmas

Dear Friends,

That old Christmas carol, “The Twelve Days of Christmas”, has a special meaning this year for it’s been 12 years of Christmases for me here at Holy Trinity Parish. I look back on all the events you and I have celebrated, worked on, suffered with, put up with, and laughed and cried through.

Perhaps some numbers will illustrate what this past decade has brought to this parish. Starting July 1, 2011 and going to this Christmas Day, Holy Trinity Parish has:

  • Baptized 533 children and adults.
  • Confirmed 331 teens
  • Married 114 couples
  • Buried 509 parishioners
  • Welcomed 66 adults into the Catholic Faith
  • Renewed the interior of the church.
  • Replaced the church roof and many other unseen projects.

All this, while enduring a worldwide pandemic, 2 years of social distancing and masking, the at- tempted over throw of a presidential election, a war in Ukraine causing food shortages and millions of refugees.

So here we are, Christmas 2022. Have you changed over these years? Of course you have! Our children have become young men and women (no longer cuddling on the couch).

Parents, you’ve had to develop different skills to help these young adults. Spouses, your love for each other has had to dig deep to find the fountain of love that still flows but in a quieter, more powerful way.

Perhaps you’ve lost a parent, spouse, child, friend or mentor. Your love misses them. What will life be without them? Of course we’ve changed. The stream of life carries us on.

But some things don’t change. You are the same person your parents held in their arms. You have the name they gave you at birth. You still look for love and give it to others. You are and always will be a Child of God.

God had a great idea one day. He made you. He knows your joys and sorrows. He made you with a hunger to love and be loved. This hunger was given for the purpose of drawing you to Himself who is the source of love itself.

And just so we don’t get lost wondering through all life’s changes, God revealed His plan to bring us to the Kingdom of Love. It has already begun here on earth. It’s tiny. It’s a baby. He’s sleeping in a manger. It’s Jesus Christ, God’s love for us in human flesh.

A Blessed Christmas to you and all who hunger for this love.

Fr. Tim

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You’re in my pew…

Let’s get ready. Let’s make this place shine. You see there’s going to be a great celebration. Everyone in Webster and beyond is invited. Let’s celebrate Christmas here in our house at Holy Trinity. Let’s make it a total GIFT to everyone. We’re going to need everyone’s help to make this a proper celebration

So how shall we get ready?

  • Music. The choirs have been practicing.
  • Church decoration. Poinsettias everywhere.
  • Lectors, Eucharistic ministers, greeters, ushers . . . ready.
  • The homily? Ready Father Tim/John?

How about you? Are you ready to welcome 2,000 people to the Christmas masses? This is your home. Those who join us are our welcomed and honored guests. Holy Trinity needs you to be ready to host this great Feast. What’s your role? You are the voice and smile and handshake of our parish. Sooooooo…

What NOT to do:

  • Glare at people who’s children are fussing and cranky. We’ve all been there.
  • “You’re sitting in my pew.” Is not the way we want to welcome people.
  • Make people climb over you so you can keep the aisle seat (No, move in! It’s a gracious way of saying “glad you are here.”)
  • Roll your eyes when people’s talking bothers you.
  • Feel superior when something happens that lets you know “these people never come to mass”. Give them a look that tells them “I’m here every week and you’re NOT!
  • Leave church right after you receive Holy Communion. Chew the host in the parking lot. (No, stay with us.)
  • Be in a hurry to get out of the parking lot. It’s Christmas! Take your time. Enjoy even the inconveniences of the day

What to do:

  • “Merry Christmas!” is totally appropriate before mass begins. Say it to everyone, not just your family.
  • Expect total strangers to be sitting all around you. Think of them as your cousins whom you’ve not seen for a while. Let them know somehow how glad you are for their being there. Compliments before and after mass . . . “Oh your children look wonderful. What a nice family you have.” Or more general, “That hat! Christmas come early?” . . . you’ll think of something.
  • Give up on sitting for mass. That’s right, let someone take your seat . . . a Christmas gift to a total stranger. It’s what we do.
  • Expect things to be a little different than a usual Sunday at Holy Trinity. More people (yea!), more congestion, more standing, more of everything. It’s Christmas!!
  • As was said, be the face of Holy Trinity for those around you. Your smile, your handshake, your readiness to give up your pew, your singing, are all part of the gift this parish wants to be for those who join us that day. Who knows what your kindness might begin in them.
  • We want people to experience Christ. Chances are it may be through you.

Ready, set, here we go.

God bless you very much this week.

Fr. Tim

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