Message from Father Matt
As I announced last weekend at all the Masses, the Bishop has re-assigned me effective June 20th. I will be the new Pastor of Holy Spirit in Goddard. Father Ben Sawyer, who used to reside here at Christ the King, will be your new pastor. Father Ben has been away in Rome for the past two years working on a degree in Dogmatic Theology and Seminary Formation.
Because the Roman University is on a different time table than us, Father Ben will not start at Christ the King until August 1, 2017. I will remain as an administrator of Christ the King until he arrives to better facilitate the transition. As administrator, I will be available on a very limited basis. My job will be to make sure things run smoothly for the 6 weeks before Father Ben arrives.
I will be available to the laity for emergencies, funerals, and weddings which do not interfere with Holy Spirit’s Schedule. I will not be available for regular parish functions including Masses and Confessions. A substitute priest will be handling these obligations.
Please pray for me as I make this transition. I was hoping to be with you a few more years, but the Bishop feels that Holy Spirit is in need. Please also pray for Fr Ben Sawyer as he completes his academic work and prepares to lead you.
I look forward to seeing you all the weekend of June 17-18 where I will have a special farewell message for you.
Fr Matt