Pastor’s Desk – September 2024
The Pastors Desk – September 1st
Our bulletin publisher, on the occasion of me announcing my retirement from the pastorate at St Francis, asked me to write a short autobiography. I was willing enough to comply, but was I surprised by the many unusual thoughts and emotions! Some were comforting, others unsettling. Strange, but I can’t complain; I have received four extensions of my terms; “mandatory” retirement is supposed to be at 75 years of age. In October I will be 80 years old, yet the awareness that I am finishing my last assignment is still not really welcome. Some parishioners broke into tears when they got the news – I responded with my own right on the spot! More on related topics next week.
– Fr. Peter
Pastor’s Desk – July 2023
With words of wisdom and compassion, The Pastor’s Desk archives the many Messages of the month of July 2023 starting with the most recent by our very own Fr. Peter.
Donations for Michael Grogan Ministries in Kensington
To everyone who donated, Thank you! Your response to the food, supply and bedding drive for Kensington’s needy was overwhelmingly generous and heartwarming.
Father’s Day Weekend Wiffleball Tournament Raises $12,000
St. Vincent de Paul Society and Greenlawn Civic Association sponsored this year’s Father’s Day Weekend Charity Wiffleball Tournament, raising $12,000.
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