Dear First Pres Families,

These are hard times that in some ways just seem to be getting harder. I am so sad for our kids who have had their school year upended. I'm sad that they won't get to say goodbye to their teachers and friends. That they won't get to celebrate the successful completion of another school year. That end of year parties and picnics have been cancelled. That all the experiences they were looking forward to, all the traditions and rhythms that school provides, have been taken from them.

I also know these days are hard for you. Balancing parenting and teaching and working and entertaining and enforcing all at the same time is more than any of us signed up for. To add to that, we're also managing our own anxieties while trying to reassure our children. I hope that in the midst of all these difficulties, you are able to find some time to devote to yourself and your needs. If, at any time, you or someone in your family is in need of pastoral care, please don't hesitate to reach out to any of our pastors. They are available if and when you need them.

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