Going on Vacation
I am leaving next week for a 10-day visit with my mom in Florida. My older sister is my mom’s primary caregiver; and I will be giving her a break, so she can take a little trip. I’d rather not be away from the parish during Lent, but that is when my sister made her travel plans. My sister welcomed our folks into her home when they began to need more assistance during COVID. My other siblings and I try to support her and give her breaks every once in a while.
While I am away, our former pastor, Fr. Jim Coyne, will preside at the Sunday Masses.
I am often touched by the witness of love many of our parishioners, who are caregivers to a spouse or parent, give. It can be a demanding calling but one made possible because of love. If you are a caregiver, I do hope you are able to reach out to family and friends for the support you need. Sometimes it is more difficult to receive care than to give care. If, as a caregiver, you ever feel isolated or alone, do give a parish staff member a call.