Twice today people have thanked me for small efforts. And one was nothing but a quick response to a Facebook posting. A lady who was one of our housekeepers in St Francis, Ely, had her 88th birthday today and her daughter took her out for a meal then posted pictures of it on her page. It brought back many memories of important years there, 1989-97, difficult sometimes but very fulfilling. The birthday girl was very much part of the team, keeping the presbytery going and Father's tummy well supplied. So I just added a comment for best wishes and love, remembering old times. Quick as a flash, daughter came back and said my quick comment had made her Mum's day.
As the saying goes, it doesn't take much to reach out. I suppose doing work in 3 churches and a big job for the diocese in canon law, it can be easy to forget these little things. I always remind myself, the Church - and the world - is made up of people, each with a story, all of us with our joys and hopes, our fears and sadnesses.
So let the gentle breeze of your words and love blow this week, and, through that, the very breath of God.
Excellent post, Canon, have a good week yourself
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