Howdy,

No matter how many times I move from one parish to another it never gets easier. We become family and it is hard to leave family.

First, let me say I am sorry if I have ever ignored or offended any of you, I sincerely apologize. I have always tried to follow the guidance of our Church and the example of our Bishop, but I am human.

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Howdy,

Today (Sunday) is a great day of celebration, at least for me! Fr. Simon is due back from Italy! I cannot wait to hear the stories. Please pray for the safe return of all the pilgrims that went with him.

Next weekend is my final time as your pastor. I will write more but for now I will say, while I look forward to retirement from being a pastor (after 30 years), I will also miss all of you and especially watching the parish family grow.

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Howdy,

I have mentioned before a book by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI) which I highly recommend. In one chapter on Liturgical Form/Vestments, he writes:

“The liturgical attire worn by the priest during the celebration of Holy Mass should, first and foremost, make clear that he is not there as a private person, as this or that man, but stands in place of Another-Christ.

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Howdy,

It is hard to believe: 40 years as a priest of our Lord.! I truly hope that all of you can celebrate your life as I do mine following our Lord.

I cannot say that it was all easy, but our Jesus promised us difficult times...even a cross if we followed Him. Yes, there have been times when I wondered and doubted, but our Lord has always been there with me to give me faith and strength. To walk with His brothers and sisters has been a great gift to me.

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