Our destination: When God’s glory is revealed, then our joy will be full. This is the true hope that is within us. Now we are on a daily journey with the prayer Jesus left us “give us this day our daily bread”. As we continue to live our lives with the virus having a major impact, it is important that we are careful even cautious, as we respond to the guidelines that are given. But we must also be positive and hopeful placing proper trust and confidence in God’s providence. I am deeply aware of the injury and damage that has been done to mental health and the barriers placed to compassion. Please God, a return to the sacraments, especially to the mass, and events that support our community will now be positive.
The celebration of First Holy Communions, Reconciliation and Confirmation have been moments like a silver lining on the clouds. A profound witness has been lighting of baptismal candles. It is the expression of faith “this light has been entrusted to you to be kept burning bright, your child has been enlightened by Christ to walk in the light of Christ”. The occasional request to celebrate marriage and baptism our hope that the life of faith will go on. Initial suggestion, meetings, outings for meals are beginning to take place. I have organised that I have regular testing for the coronavirus and I am willing to visit, and to respond to requests and to encourage and encourage us to return to life as a parish community. Suggestions for house masses, special prayers for healing, rosary and devotions or just a special hello, how are you after this time? and any other suggestions that might be helpful after this time.