St. Joseph Catholic Community

These past several weeks have caused many of us to look at the issue of racism in our cities, in our world, and in ourselves. Mostly we don’t think of ourselves as prejudiced against Blacks and other minorities, but then our history, our words or our thoughts betray us. While we mourn the death George Floyd and other black men who died violently, we need to listen to the voices of those who call out to us: The voices of grief and anger, the calls for justice and social change. Of course we deplore the violence that followed the death of George Floyd, but let us not let that prevent us from hearing the message of protesters. The extent of the anger in many people of color expressed itself in cities throughout the United States and world. Our nation just celebrated Its independence. The Fourth of July usually brings parades and picnics and gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy. This year was different for me. The pandemic along with the Black Lives matter protests kept me from feeling like celebrating. I grieve that the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King is only in its infancy. I grieve that the pandemic has taken so many lives and prevented close interaction with our neighbors and families. While our country may be in a time of distress and appear broken, I believe God is giving us an opportunity to be better people. Let us use this time to put into practice our better impulses. God bless and help us all. ~Fr Terry

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