Monday, June 23, 2008

Fond du Lac From a Distance

I've had the opportunity to check out the Fond du Lac Reporter occasionally, get notices of those who have died and kept up with those who are sick, need anointing and of course the tragedies associated with the rains and flooding. You have been in my thoughts and prayers quite a bit especially over the past weeks. The flooding has been a tragic occurance and even from Israel you have been in the prayers of my sabbaatical group.

I'm so pleased to see how Holy Family has taken leadership with food and other help. Parish members have generously donated time and talent and food and other gifts....It's been an inspiration to us here in the Middle East. Thank You!!!

Before I left Fond du Lac we kicked off the conclusion of the "Building with Living Stones" campaign. Many thanks to those who have paid their pledge early or have added a little something extra. I know it's not been easy, but the sooner we can get the debt paid the less we have to worry about and the sooner we can better focus on other areas of ministry, especially Christian Formation and the Catholic Education of our youngsters (and "oldsters" as well) in Fond du Lac.

Thanks for doing what you can!!

Fr. Pat

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