Hurricane Milton Message

My dearest Parishioners,
 
Please know even though I am many miles away, you are in my prayers constantly. Hurricane Milton, and its aftereffects is testing and stretching your limits, but God is with you. After the storm passes, the first thought is, “Everyone's safe, thank God.” When the damage is assessed, “thank God it wasn’t worse or thank God no one was hurt” Once power comes back on, the first thing said with a sigh of relief is, “thank God.”
 
Through the chaos and struggles that come without power, water, sewer and even the ability to communicate with one another, His Grace is what gives you the patience to endure and we express gratitude.
 
I am praying that our parish, community and neighbors find peace. I will be back to Zephyrhills soon, but remain with you spiritually until then.
 
May God bless you,
 
Fr. Allan Tupa