Today was very special for me. It was my last set of weekend Masses with my parishioners before my retirement begins on Wednesday.
I was bowled over at the servers and MCs who came out to serve my “last Mass” with me. I love my parishioners so much and my servers have a special place in my heart. When I came back toward the sacristy after Mass, some of the servers asked if I wanted to take a group picture. They all waited for the answer before taking their albs off. So, of course, it was time for a group picture. 🙂
After the Mass, I went to the Carmelite Shrine for a special luncheon that had been arranged. 280 parishioners and friends were there to help me celebrate my final days before retirement. The love was overwhelming. I will definitely carry the memories of today — both the Mass as well as the luncheon — in my mind and heart for a long time. ♥