This time of isolation can be very challenging to many and I want to share how some members of our parish are reaching out.  Over the years we have become friendly with those who sit near us each Sunday at 9:30 mass. We have gotten to know each other well and have gone out to breakfast together. Since Gathering for mass has not been an option, one member of our “pew community” has reached out to the group by email so that we can all check on each other and lift each other’s spirits. This truly has been a blessing for me.
 
 
In a recent online lesson sent home to St.James Religious Education families, children were encouraged to make butterfly cards to send to family or friends asa sign of hope. There were many was this was done, through the mail and emails and other forms of social media. One family chose to make tissue paper butterflies to put in the front windows of their home to give hope and joy to all those who pass by! I’ve been inspired to do the same at my house! Share hope, share joy, share love!
 
 
Marge Fitzpatrick
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Phil 4:13