Everything that I mentioned last time that was scheduled, went very well on Saturday but I was glad to come back to the rectory and relax with the oxygen.
Then we had a wonderful dinner that was prepared by Martino. John Williams, the other seminarian joined Fr. Ron, Fr. Lucas and myself. He made veal and pasta carbonara (two of my favorites) and tiramasu. We laughed and talked till very late (for me). I think it was 8:30pm
I had the 7:30am Mass on Sunday and I used the oxygen because of the pollen. After Mass, I worked in my office and got the paperwork on weddings up to date, lowered the paper pile by throwing a lot away, and found some important papers I was looking for. It was nice to have the room looked “ordered”. I’m sure JoEddy will tease me about it later today.
Then I had the 12:30pm Mass and my homily was on the word, “glory”, which I looked up and did some reflecting on because of a great homily that was on the St. Vincent web page. I think it went well.
At 2pm, I had two baptisms. Please keep Ella and Max and their families in your prayers.
I had a nice long talk with Fr. Beattie and I’m hopeful that later today, he will be able to get accepted at the National Rehabilitation Center near Catholic U.
I went to bed early and had a good nights sleep. Today, it has rained and driven some of the pollen away. I had the exposition at 3pm and the 5:30pm Mass, so I think I’ll work on my taxes.
Fr. Ron and Martino are away today on a bus trip to St. Mary’s county. It think the group is about 45. Last years was so well liked that they decided to have another one to different churches. I don’t think the drizzle will put a damper on the trip.
I also have a Mass at 6:30pm for the RCIA people. Then there is a supper afterwards in the parish center. It will be nice to see all of them, since I was away at Easter and didn’t get to be with them on the Vigil as they entered the church.
I think it will be another early to bed night!
With all this rain the pollen SHOULD be gone! Hope it helps your breathing…