I am pretty new to CCSB and St. Mary’s as both a Parish and a church building. Still I can already feel a sense of connection to both and especially the people.
When I look at the pews in St. Mary’s church, I am struck by how simple and rugged they are - much like the Parish’s people. They do what they need to do well, simply and humbly.
Similarly, the windows are no short of stunningly beautiful. They seem to catch the light differently each time. But still always so strikingly BEAUTIFUL! Again, whether one is talking about the windows or the people, every interaction catches a different beautiful glimmer.
And the light, ah the light. It is bright, bold and seen by oh so very many. It shined for years and shines on still. And always will in some way. St. Mary’s has such a rich history as a Parish and as a building. But the most awesome, simple, humble, beautiful, and shining outward thing about this building St. Mary’s are her people! May the bright beacon of the people who have worshiped at St. Mary’s over the decades, shine even more brightly and broadly than her star ever did!!
St. Mary Star of the Sea - Pray for us!!
Dcn. Steve
