As we continue in this summer season, let us walk in faith and hope wherever we go and whoever we meet. During this summer, for a few weeks, our Sunday gospel readings take a break from the gospel of Mark, and go to John’s gospel, chapter 6. This chapter is very important for us as Catholics, laying a solid Scriptural foundation in our believe in the sacrament of the Eucharist. Last Sunday, we began the chapter with the account of the miracle of the multiplication of the bread and fish. This miracle reminds us of God’s abundant providence to take care of our true needs, with lots of “leftovers”. Nothing is wasted when it comes to God’s care for us. It’s just that sometimes we fail to ask, to trust, to seek, and knock. Sometimes we focus on what we want, rather than truly need.

I should have known better, as I’ve been running for many years.  Nevertheless, I planned a longer run even though the weather forecast looked ominous.  Maybe I could beat the storm clouds, I thought to myself.  I bet wrong.  A few miles from home the winds began to blow and the skies opened up.  As luck would have it, I was in a rural area with no place to seek shelter. Fortunately there was very little lightning; just torrential wind and rain. 

Family and friends of Dr. Christopher Kelly gathered on Thursday, June 10th to remember God’s goodness, console one another and strengthen our belief that we are a people of hope.  A gifted surgeon, Chris set high standards for himself; a trait reflected in his work. A native of Iowa, Chris joined the Catholic Church through RCIA, after witnessing the faith of his wife, Lisa’s family.  Chris also had a “funny” sense of humor and was described by his staff as one who taught them many things.