Yesterday my colleague Teresa and I volunteered at the 27th annual Father Woody Christmas Party at the Sheraton downtown. Father Woody was a priest who co-founded the Samaritan House, and he was also an alumnus of Regis College. Over 2,000 individuals and families were expected to come to the party for a warm meal and Christmas presents. I think there were two volunteers to every family volunteering yesterday!
Teresa and I spent time in the greeting area as people were waiting to be escorted into the ballroom. We even braved it and joined the volunteers singing carols. A compelling moment was when we were singing (very off key I am sure) and the guests were listening to us and clapping. The most compelling was when we sang Silent Night and I watched the faces of two homeless men in particular, staring intently at us and singing quietly along. I was inspired by this...that these men (and others in the group) may have nothing to their name but they do have their faith, which no one can take away. The moment brought tears to my eyes.
Update on Mike-He is doing better than this time last week for sure. He is still swollen in his ankles and feet and we are in the process of figuring this mystery out. We have been putting a puzzle together which has been really fun. I am sure he is looking forward to Christmas where he can get out of the and house and be in the love of family for a few hours.
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