December 29, 2019
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As we celebrate this Feast of the Holy Family, I extend my thanks to this wonderful parish family for the many wonderful cards and generous gifts received in this holy season. I am so very grateful for your generous support and constant kindness. You are a truly holy family.
That is how family is defined for us. No matter what shape or size, a Christian family is called and chosen to be a holy family and a domestic Church. We are defined by our faith in God and our hope for each other as we become a living sign of God’s presence on our world. Like Jesus, Mary and Joseph, we journey through joy and sorrow, strength and weakness, successes and disappointments always standing firm on the rock of our faith, Jesus Christ. His is the life and gospel we proclaim.
On this feast, we pray that all of our families remain string in faith, hope and love. We ask God’s protection in our lives so that we may be free of harm. We ask God’s help that we may continue to walk in his light and his love each day. He is our God and we are his people. Thank you for being such a devoted and dedicated family Because of you, I am certain our parish will have a great future.
In these next six months, we will take on the final phases of the process of joining two vibrant Churches into one great parish and family of faith. I am confident we will complete this good work that God has entrusted to our care, We will continue to be one parish with two churches and a union of holy families dedicated to building not only our new parish, but also to building the Kingdom of God. We will put on, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved,
heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. We will do everything we need to in the name of Christ Jesus.
To all of you, my Holy Family, I wish you a very Happy, blessed and healthy New Year.