Dear Parish Families,
               Fr. Xavier was notified this morning, Wed, Dec. 2nd, about the death of his brother-in-law, Rajarathinam, in India. Rajarathinam is the husband of Fr. Xavier's sister, Amalorpavam.

               Please pray for Fr. Xavier and his family. Fr. Xavier will depart this evening for India. Please pray for his safe travels as the weather conditions are pretty dire due to severe flooding in the local region. He is scheduled to return home to Red Hook on Dec. 16th.

             Please note that Fr. Xavier's class scheduled for tomorrow, Dec.3rd, concerning the Year of Mercy, is cancelled.

              Please pray for the repose of Rajarathinam's soul. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and may the perpetual light shine on him. May his soul and the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.

God be with you.

Fr. Patrick and the parish staff