Story and Pictures of the January '09 Trip to YalpemechThese files will take a while to open because of the large number of beautiful pictures. Be patient!
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS of OUR SISTER PARISH PARTNERSHIP!
- telephone lines
- road improvements
- a three horse-power generator
- a vehicle to Sister Johanna to help her minister to villagers
- medicines, vitamins, and medical/dental care
- some fresh water collectors
- some land purchasing assistance
- school supplies
- friendship, empathy, compassion, and hopeThese things have helped ease the burdens they carry.St. Patrick's Parishioners Have Been Given: - friendship, gratitude, and a deepening of faith
- a sharing of hospitality and hope
- a real understanding of Christ's love for the poor
- strengthened love for simplicity and relationships over materialism
- an enlarged sense of compassion
- a greater appreciation the gifts in one's own life
- a greater sense of meaning and ability to make a difference
- opportunities to educate our children regarding the world outside of Hudson
- exposure to a different culture
- an opportunity to partner with and support the work of the School Sisters of St. Francis,
in the tradition of St. Francis' care for the poor
- a spiritual connection that underscores the universality of our shared Catholic faith
These Gifts and This Partnership Have Made All the Difference!!!
Let's Keep Building This Friendship
Click here for a link to the webpage of our Sister Parish in Yalpemech | 