Well folks, here we are, summer has officially come. At the time of this writing we are slowly opening back up our activity levels in the hope that we can continue on toward regular activities. It appears that the virus is still around and does indeed affect some people with very serious symptoms. So, if you have other health problems, particularly respiratory in nature, you should continue to take precautions. I know many of you have reached the point where you just don’t care anymore and are willing to take more risks rather than be cooped up anymore. I get it and respect people’s freedom to make decisions for their selves. I find it disturbing when government hands out restriction of activities, including our worship of God, but then is permissive to folks who want to protest, riot, loot, and destroy property. Something is very wrong with this picture. But that aside, as regards to the virus, please be careful. To intentionally endanger our own health or others, is a sin against the 5th commandment, “You shall not kill.” Obviously, we cannot just shut down the world and confine ourselves perpetually. Life must go on. So, wash and disinfect your hands frequently. Hands to face are by far the number one way the virus, (and all viruses and germs) are spread. The use of the mask helps to stop us from spreading the virus if we have it and that is why some places require it. I am aware that the mask causes some to feel claustrophobic, hinders breathing and can be unpleasant to wear. I conclude by asking you to be careful. Think about others. Use common sense. The Lord be with you. Fr. Sid.