From the Rector

Dear Parishioners and Friends,

Each year shortly after Easter, the diocese invites all of its priests to a retreat. The content and location varies from year to year. This year we were invited to the Cedar Lakes Estate in Port Jervis. "Port Jervis? I thought apprehensively." It turns out that the location was outside of the city at an old camp that has undergone major renovations. In fact, there was construction going on while we were there. It is a really beautiful place, and the food was good! (That is not always a given.)

Besides the location, it is always good to be together with fellow priests and our bishops for rest, reflection, and worship. Bishop Matt and the team he has and still is assembling have a remarkable vision for our diocese. I personally feel like the windows have been opened and a fresh breeze has been let in. Many decades of assumptions and attitudes are being examined. "Things left undone" from the past are being talked about with honesty. Financial matters are being made as transparent as possible. The diocese is being reoriented to serve the local communities and not the other way around. "The healing of the world" is starting right here at home. It is truly an exciting time and place to serve and I feel honored to be among you.

Blessings,
Father Rick

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