A Merry Christmas with Peace & Joy...

Many thanks to all who have prepared St. Mary's and St. Francis' churches and their grounds for the Christmas celebrations.

More than any other time in the Year, this is the time when Churches experience the coming together of the larger family of Faith, a day not only for children, but for all ages to thank God for the gift of His Son, to celebrate His Birthday.

We are indebted to Him, without whom there would would be no Christmas. Expectations are high as family gather together in a Spirit of Charity, Good Will and Peace.

We keep in mind as well those for whom Christmas may not be a joyful time, may God bring them his loving presence, consolation and rest.

Thank you for your love and support and for your gifts this last eleven months of my time here as Administrator. Say a prayer too and send a card to Father Anthony Keefe your Parish Priest.

And finally on behalf of Fr. Anthony and myself and not forgetting Morse, may I wish a Joyful & Holy Christmas to you & yours...

Fr. Stephen Ashton