The words from Mark 9:23 come to mind as our solar project begins to be installed: “Everything is possible for him who believes.”
In December of 2019 I was visited by Jake Clough of Team Solar regarding Solar panels on our campus. Little did I know that seed planted six years ago would not sprout for another six years. Patience is a virtue; endurance is a must. During that time Kevin Maldarelli and I became Laudato Si animators. We studied the encyclical written by Pope Francis, on the care of our common home. The Pope’s aim was to lead Catholics and all the people around the world to take action to reduce human impact on the environment and preserve our common home for present and future generations. With the glue and inspiration of Pope Francis we received the virtue of patience and the endurance necessary to see this project through.
I must say, how fortunate we are to have Kevin’s expertise. Through his efforts to rework contracts and ask the proper questions we are able to not only see this project through, but also our heating system in the church and the parish house.
As we prepare for our next Alpha Journey, I am thankful for the wonderful leadership Karen Daige has shown in guiding and directing the dedicated team working together to assist all in deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ. As we begin our next Alpha, we will again ask prayers for all our guests and team by name.
As we continue to move from maintenance to Mission as a Catholic Community, I will be introducing you to our Vision Team while our Pastoral Planning Team continues to keep us moving as a faith community.
“Everything is possible for him who believes.” I believe that the Holy Spirit is leading the way and will show us the people who will step forward to share in ministry in the months and years ahead. Let’s pray for continued patience and endurance as we move forward.