The Epiphany of The Lord
Dear Parishioners,
On the weekend of January 1st and 2nd we celebrate two major feasts in succession. Saturday, we commemorate the Feast of the Solemnity of Mary. The next day, we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. In years past we have had an open house to thank volunteers at the rectory. Because of COVID we will forgo that party once more. The past week I have had a funeral for a person who died of COVID. I continually have people share with me stories of family members who are very ill or who have lingering effects because of COVID. I hate to keep talking about the same subject but feel I must. We need to stay vigilant. We may save a loved one’s life. Hopefully, next year we will be able to have a grand Epiphany Party.
I would like to welcome Debbie Patronagio as a full-time member of our parish staff. This past summer, Stephanie Hill left our employ to pursue another job. Debbie will continue to be our Director of Religious Education. She will also work part time in our office doing secretarial work. As we all have heard, it is difficult to find employees. We are pleased to have a person joining our office staff who has been a Catholic School teacher for many years. She knows how church happens and will be a person who has fresh ideas. I am sure all of you will find her very pleasant to deal with. When you see her, please welcome her to her new position.
May Our Lady and All the Angels and Saints watch over you this week.
Fr. Mark