It's National Volunteer Week!
Every parish has a reach far beyond what is visible at weekend Masses. On Sunday, when the parking lot and pews are full, it’s easy to see how impactful our churches are. The presence of worshipers proves the importance of faith sharing among believers. However, when Monday comes and the crowds are gone, the ‘hidden’ work of a parish continues.
Sacraments are taken to shut-ins, maintenance and grounds-keeping is done, the poor are fed, refugees are sheltered, music is practiced, small group fellowship thrives in a dozen different ways. All this, and much more besides, is largely achieved by volunteers. It takes many hands and minds to do God’s work!
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