In my ministry, I am so blessed to meet wonderful people;your mom, Helen, is one that has touched my heart. From the first day I met her at Rosedale Hospice, I was struck by her deep faith, her sense of humour, her interest life and wanting to share in other’s realities. She wanted to know about my family and, when my son was married, she said “now tell me all about it.” Whenever I came with Holy Communion, she would say that now her day could start and that she would have strength and the peace that comes from the deep awareness of her God. Often she would ask me to read Psalm 139 and said that it gave her comfort. I feel very honoured to be welcomed into her life and thank each of you for giving up some of your precious time so that I could be with her.
I am sorry that I cannot be with you at Prayers or at the Mass. I will be praying for Helen and for all of you over the next while. Helen was a special lady and I know that you agree with me. I am priviledged to have been part of her journey.
Sincerely
Eileen McNeil
RC Chaplain, Rosedale Hospice
