I thank those who attended our past Parish Open Forum. There were roughly 45 who were in attendance. I believe we had wonderful conversation which will give out Parish Pastoral Council and Parish Finance Council a lot to discuss. The date of our next Open Forum will be set at out next PPC meeting. Issues which were discussed are as follows:
-Concern for our youth ministry program and how we can better support it.
-Brochure of stewardship in the pew.
-How to better relay financial information to the parish.
-Better communication of our parish goals. Where is the money going? What projects would we like to do that can’t be done because of money?
-Parish has seemed to be divided for some time. How can we bring people together? How can we reach out to the lukewarm and to those who have fallen away?
Next weekend, will be the Solemnity of the Presentation. The blessing of candles will take place at the start of Mass, so please bring candles with you to be blessed if you so desire. This Sunday will also be the annual Bishop’s Appeal. I ask your prayerful consideration in supporting this appeal because it assists with various ministries which make up our diocese.
Also, please keep in mind that there is currently an opportunity for a pilgrimage to the Holy Land from October 5-14. This trip will be limited to 30. At our informational meeting we had roughly 15 in attendance. There are still brochures for this pilgrimage in the gathering area. If you are interested please see me and I will get you the registration form.
In Christ,
Fr. Dustin Collins
