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SUMMERTIME 2026

It’s summer time again! A time when we hope to take a break from the routines of life, perhaps to take a holiday, go to theme parks, campsites, journey away by train, bus, plane or sail by ship. Whatever break we take and for however long, we all need to step aside from the familiar of everyday and find moments to rest, recreate and have fun. Psychologically, a break is good for our mental well-being and is also good for the inner soul and spirit. I recall our childhood holidays in the early 60’s and 70’s as days of great adventure, racing through the vast woodland and forest beside our village, finding our way to the Castle walls and climbing over, only to be chased by the gardener and his dog! Then we’d make our way to the River Grease and dare each other to jump from one bank to the other, hoping of course that someone would fall in! For that again we hoed the beet fields, stacked the bales of straw and worked on the fruit farms close by – all to earn some much needed money for our families. Though difficult at times, my memories of our childhood are much cherished.

Nowadays, there are many different types of holidays on offer for families and I know many will avail of those opportunities. Sometimes we get a different perspective on ourselves, our family, on life when we step aside to another place, out of the ordinary. Here is my prayer for Summertime.

“Thank you God for the gift of a new season. Help us to embrace these days with gratitude, joy and open hearts. Grant parents wisdom for the moments that matter, patience for the busy days and a peace that steadies us as we balance work, family life, responsibilities and the opportunities this season brings. Help us make meaningful memories, enjoy the simple moments and be fully present with the people we love. Watch over our children Lord, wherever Summer takes them. May this be a season of growth, healthy friendships, enriching experiences and reminders of your love for them. May this Summer bring rest, adventure, new moments and renewal of mind, soul and spirit within. May our homes be filled with peace, our hearts with hope and our days with the deep, abiding awareness of your closeness. And may the beauty of creation in all its glory fill us with wonder, awe and gratitude. Journey with us Lord and watch over our life’s pathways.”      

(Fr.  Tony)

To all parishioners and visitors – have a lovely Summer.