Today we celebrate Priesthood Sunday and reflect on the blessing of the priesthood in our lives. I know I would not be a priest today if it weren't for the incredible witness of pastoral charity shown by priests who have been good shepherds and fathers to me in my life. Father Bednar's Parents Matter: Part 3 is also included.

This weekend, we continue with Part 2 of Father Bednar's 'Parents Matter' series.

This week we welcome Fr. Thomas Wantland from Cross Catholic Outreach (CCO) to speak to us about the work and mission of CCO for the poor around the world. Please use the envelopes provided to make your pledge to support the mission of Cross Catholic Outreach, and be sure to thank Fr. Thomas for giving his time to be with us this weekend (and so I could get away for my annual priest retreat!).

For the next few weekends, we will be publishing Fr. Jerry Bednar's four-part series on "Parents Matter" which reflects on crucial elements of Issue 1 on the November 7 ballot.