Dear Parishioners,
A number of weeks ago, I wrote about the trees alongside the Church. While they are attractive, they have also caused some problems. The leaves clog the roof gutters and window well drains; the roots have broken through and clogged sewer and drainage lines; and they have also pushed up parts of the sidewalk creating trip hazards and potential dangers to young and old alike. As per the recommendation of the Maintenance Committee and Parish Council, the trees will soon be removed. Afterwards, the ground will be seeded and given time to settle before planting some shrubbery and small trees. The work should commence within the next several weeks.
It’s now May, and Spring should have arrived last weekend but didn’t. Today it has. Whether Spring is here to stay remains to be seen. Still, May remains the month of Mary, who always brightens our lives and comforts us when dark clouds appear on our door step. So let us make an extra effort to bring Mary into our lives by praying the rosary or spending some time before her in the parish garden or chapel. No matter the weather, a good relationship will brighten your life.
Fr. Carl
