It's still summer in the Midwest. We've had temperatures of 90 degrees and more. It's hot! The weather isn't predicted to break until next week. I'm ready for some crisp autumn days.
I spoke with Tommy this morning and he and Joyce are doing fine. Their home in Metairie received substantial water damage and there are no utilities in the area, so they can't stay there. They are presently staying at Chris and Patty's place in St. Charles Parish. They have power, water and phone service.
In Galesburg, First Christian Church, St. Patrick's Church, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and Corpus Christi Church are all praying for Tom, Joyce, Snow and Tweety.
Four years ago our country was struck with a man-made disaster, 9/11, that changed our lives forever. Today, we have been struck with a natural disaster, Hurricane Katrina. And again lives will be changed forever. Millions of people have been displaced from their homes, their workplaces and their churches. We have so much to be grateful for in the Midwest. We are truly blessed. I hope Tom and Joyce will come back home for some respite they desperately need.
When I made announcements today in church, I updated our congregation on our Louisiana family. We've had so many calls inquiring about their welfare. It's so good to have such wonderful friends and church family.
In our community we are expecting Hurricane Katrina evacuees. I understand a good share of them are nursing home resisdents. First Christian Church has been busy putting together welcome packages for them. I hope they can find some peace of mind in the Midwest.
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