Thinking of Others

Thinking of Others: During the weeks of summer, we sometimes become over concerned about ourselves. Many will have the opportunity of holidaying away from home, but holidays can still be enjoyed at home, just to be with the family a little more , an occasional day at the sea or up the mountains or in the forest or an outing to a match, can often be more enjoyable than an exotic holiday abroad. But as we take our breaks , let us not forget those who rarely , if ever get a break, the very poor, the housebound, the elderly people in nursing homes, or hospitals . Summer is a time for remembering them. We could call on them, perhaps bring them out for a drive, keep them company. Often people feel most lonely and sad when they see everyone else enjoying themselves. Christ always showed such concern for the poor and the sick and is surely telling us not to forget them during these weeks of summer, when we are arranging our own holidays and breaks, May this summer be a time of of Christian renewal, for all of us.May it be a time we show warm welcome to our visitors who come to our parish and to our emigrants who return to be with their families and friends. Let’s make this summer enjoyable for everyone, it is the Christian way.