A Message from Father Michael Long: This is a prayer I found online just hours after the attempt to assassinate former President Trump. It is attributed to the Catholic Health Association, and I believe it reflects not only many of our feelings at this moment but also our needs as faithful people in a time of crisis:
God who is beyond politics and nations, Christ who transcends the power of violence, Holy Spirit who animates all people, be with us in this moment of violence, division, and turmoil. Transform our rage and hate that we might see our brothers and sisters with your eyes. Break our hearts of stone, give us hearts of love and understanding that your peace might prevail. Amen.
SUNDAY, July 14, 2024: ATTENDANCE: 33 in Church 9 online 42 total
Those scheduled to serve this coming Sunday, July 21st are: Lay Readers: Linda Myers and Mary Rubio Acolyte: Grady Gonzales Ushers: Karen and David Leitch VPOD: Cranz Nichols Altar Guild: Diane Hays and Susan Wallace Altar Flowers have been given by Deana Geuther
Please continue to pray for all in need of comfort, healing, and support. We are all God’s children and are called to serve Him in any way we can.
Janet Wilton Parish Administrator
If I Can Stop One Heart from Breaking If I can stop one heart from breaking, I shall not live in vain; If I can ease one life the aching, Or cool one pain, Or help one lonely person Into happiness again I shall not live in vain. --Emily Dickinson