Fr Rory Writes

Help……… Help ……… help is truly needed as we respond to the real challenge of this time.  At the same time please God, we have a great window of opportunity as we respond to our process of preparation for the Synod, and also our Centenary Celebration on Saturday 13th August at St Wilfrid’s.

The challenge of our time is truly great.  It is coming from many directions and there is no escape.  Our first priority must be the future for our parish communities, and our life of faith which is our greatest treasure.  With the help of “God’s grace” must be our constant prayer.  In all ages and at all times, life has its difficulties.  The term sometimes heard “life is no rose garden”.

Good news for me is that my sisters Mary and Freda are hoping to join us for our Centenary Celebrations.  The liturgy for the occasion and the social entertainment are beginning to take good shape.  Our gratitude is great to those who are planning and making preparations.  Obviously there will be expenditure, but we have made a decision that there will be no charge on the day.  Good suggestions have been made to raise some money and I ask you to support this.