“Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind,
that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2
It seems to me this scripture verse was written for today. I ask myself; how can I renew my mind when everyday is a bombardment of information about any topic from every opinion from infinite sources. I think I am doing well because I can attend Mass in our beautiful courtyard, the sacraments are happening, yet, in the past couple of weeks, I found myself wiping away tears of frustration because everything is different and I was just mad!
Planning the 2020-21 Faith Formation year, with the Evangelization & Faith Formation Team (E & FFT) reminds me of the incredible people that make our parish a friendly, amazing, prayerful place of worship and welcome which I have grown to love. Gratitude fills me with calm and peace in order to continue the work which needs to be done!
This Sunday’s gospel tells me I must take up my cross to follow Jesus. It follows the scripture where His disciples understood that Jesus is Christ, Son of the Living God! I am reminded that the future holds His promise of eternal life with a love we cannot imagine. My mind is renewed, as I remember to pray every day. I am fortified by the witness of His wonderful people living among us, right here, at St. Timothy.
This Friday would have been Hot August Nite. St. Timothy’s annual evening of celebrating the essential role volunteers have in the life of our parish and the difference they make in our community. I will raise a toast to the heavens on Friday and give a big “THANK YOU”! I hope you will join me, in spirit! Cheers!
Marya Wallace
Director of Children’s Faith Formation
949-495-4126
