Mother’s Day

 The greeting card sentiment of this day fails to fully grasp the significance of the celebration of “Mother.”  The over sentimentality that pours forth from some cards, the crafty witticisms in others, or the outright attempts at humor all miss the tremendous gift of Motherhood, and the many ways we benefit from women who sacrifice so much of their lives for our good.  While the creation of “Mother’s Day” is due to a number of factors, it falls in the Month of May, a month dedicated to our Blessed Mother.  Her image of generosity, faithfulness, perseverance, and compassion helps to frame what we celebrate this day.  While in her own category, the Blessed Mother offers us all an ideal of holiness. Through the gift of Christ from the cross, we are given a share in her loving care for us all. 

Whether our natural mother is close or far, alive or with God in the Kingdom, let us ask the intercession of our Blessed Mother upon her.  As our parents unite us to a line of natural ancestry, Mary unites us through Christ to a supernatural ancestry.  Mary reminds us of the connections we have in this life, and the life to come.  On this day, and every day, may we live to honor our mother in this life, and in the life to come. 

Transitions

This time of year sees so many transitions as students graduate and matriculate to new opportunities.  Congratulations to those graduating and looking at new beginnings.  We pray for your growth in faith and hope.  May each conclusion open your life to new ways to celebrate God’s love in your life.  Blessing to all our graduates.

Gabriel House…a final look at what was

We have removed almost all of the remaining furniture and items that we intend to reuse from the Gabriel House.  That being said, there is still some remaining furniture that may be useful to our families.   There are several stackable metal-frame chairs, a couple small desks (great for a child’s room) , and a few other pieces of furniture available for the taking. There are also a few items in the Rectory Garage that will be open for viewing as well. The Gabriel House will be open on May 18 after the 6:30 Mass for anyone to walk-through.  If you see something you would like, either take it immediately or mark it with your name and phone number and pick it up by Wednesday, May 21.  Call the parish office to coordinate removal.  One item that may be of particular interest to some carpenter is several wood planks that served as bookshelves…all for the taking.