It\u2019s Summertime. Normally, we should have a full diary of events and plans for holidays and days out with family and friends. Most of us are eager to be getting out in the fresh air and to use open spaces. Even going shopping now has some attraction for the non-shopper, who hasn\u2019t been out for such a long time.<\/p>\n
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We hope for warmer days, barbecues, parties and just \u2018meeting up\u2019 for coffee and a natter (no gossiping).<\/p>\n
Some parishes have opened their social clubs now and a few groups are more prepared to meet up, socially distanced; others are waiting to see how things unfold. There will come the moment to take our first steps and learn how immune we each are to this scourge.<\/p>\n
Nothing is 100% of course, and some will get infected – we pray that it is only mildly. We might wonder why crowds are being allowed at the tennis and football but until it is tried we will remain unsure and fearful.\u00a0 If you were told to isolate last year, venturing out is only a first but essential step to take if we are to be rehabilitated into normality.<\/p>\n
Jesus tells us not to be afraid!<\/p>\n
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