It hardly seems like yesterday that we were welcoming Fr William into our parish, and yet so much has happened since he arrived that it hardly seems possible that we are saying good-bye.
Last night at youth group we all got together to give Fr William a great send off.
We started the evening with our opening prayers, followed by some games out on the lawn. We then watched a fantastic DVD, complied by Ian of all the events that we have shared with Fr, in the last five years.
Party food came next followed by the presentation to Fr William of a huge photo album crammed with memories.
Then a big surprise from Fr, a present to the youth group of a table tennis table. Thank You So Much!
Next came - (you've guessed it ) - cake!
The evening concluded with prayers and a Blessing from Fr.
We thank Fr for all that he has done for us, it was through him the youth group started, but its now time for us to let other people have a share of his talents. The best present we can give him is to continue to grow strong in the Faith and to be good faithful Catholics, to support our youth group, our parish and our new parish priest.
In this year for priests, remember to pray for all our priests.
We look forward to meeting up with Fr William at future events and perhaps youth group trips to the seaside (for those who don't know - he's going to Scarborough).
Next week we welcome Fr John to our parish.
To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven. (Ecclesiastes 3:1)
1 comment:
It looks as though everyone enjoyed the party and I love what has been written in the farewell message to Fr William, we are all so thankful for what he has done for the West Hull Parishes.
Good Luck and God Bless Fr W at Scarborough
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