A Message from Fr. Mike

05-14-2023Weekly ReflectionFr. Mike Straley

Howdy,

I recently met with the leader of our Walking With Moms in Need ministry. This is a new ministry in our diocese and new in our parish as well. I received a report of their activities thus far and it is amazing. It is a ministry of accompaniment and assistance for mothers in desperate need of help. There can be many reasons for their need, but the problems are great.

Already they are accompanying and assisting 3 mothers who either have young children or are pregnant and do not know where to turn. Our group is working with our parish Sanctity of Life organization, our St. Vincent de Paul Conference, our Knights of Columbus, and various other city and county agencies – collaboration is the key to success! They also communicate with the Sisters of Life in our diocese.

We have discussed a number of ways to communicate their ministry to the parish. Since it is new it is difficult to reach everyone, yet I know many would be interested in their group, whether actively or through prayer. Please watch for announcements or call the parish office if you are interested.

Our parish community is incredible generous with time, talent, and treasure and I believe this is an important ministry answering the need in our community.

God bless and Thank you,

Fr. Mike