I blogged about this shocking story when it was first announced at church a couple of weeks ago.

Father solicited volunteers to offer hospitality for the scheduled memorial service held in the church, a charitable, supportive as well as prudent event in this pre-Easter season as the memorial service brought into the church people who may be away from church, may be inactive Catholics, or aren't aware that a new pastor has arrived at St. Joseph's, etc.

A permanent memorial on the property is a good idea. If they chose to replace the statue of Padre Pio, it's alright with me. I hope that VBS happens this summer even without her but, actually, my oldest boy is still even too young.