Summer is upon us, and our local schools have wrapped up the academic year. That means it’s vacation time in earnest! Vacations are something we look forward to for months—a chance to step away from our daily routines and a wonderful opportunity to rest and recreate.
Ah, recreate! I love that word. Its roots are re- and create—a reminder that we all need to be refreshed and renewed. Even God set aside a day for us to rest!
So, do you have plans? Will you be staying home, traveling nearby, visiting another state, or going abroad? Wherever you go, there’s one thing you don’t want to do—take a vacation from your faith.
That’s right—take your faith with you wherever you go. What does that mean? Simply put, as you plan for a fun and restful time, don’t forget to go to Mass. Vacation can be a wonderful way to experience the Church in a fresh, new way. Maybe you’ll be more open than usual. Maybe you’ll realize how much you love Holy Trinity. Who knows? Here’s a link to use when planning: masstimes.org
But one thing is certain: bringing God with you will make your experiences even richer. I plan to do the same and, as always, I look forward to coming back and being with all of you. Your presence at Mass is truly the highlight of my week. I love being with you as we share our common faith and seek the Lord, who longs to nourish us with His Word and Sacrament.
Blessings,
Fr. Bill Holtzinger
Pastor
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