We spent our second night in Sioux City at the Bishop’s house, and tomorrow we will head home early so we can be back for Holy Mass at St. Mary’s on Sunday morning. It has been such a happy little stay, especially with our Reading Club meeting at the old Dairy Queen on Nebraska Street, with the old Central High standing proudly behind. Everyone enjoyed vanilla ice cream, and even Mini had her own little dish.
I read today’s chapter summary from Our Lady of Lourdes, about how the officials wanted to arrest poor Bernadette, but Father Peyramale stood firm and said they would have to pass over him before touching one hair of her head. Father LeRoy reminded us that this is what a true shepherd does—he protects the weak, even when the powerful stand against him. As evening settled in and fireworks blossomed across the Sioux City sky, I thanked God for faithful priests, for the freedom to practice our faith, and for another wonderful day with our Reading Club.
Evening Prayer
Dear Jesus, thank You for another peaceful night and for the kindness we have received during our stay. Give us the courage to stand for what is right, just as Father Peyramale did. Watch over us as we travel home tomorrow, bless our families, our country, and our little Reading Club, and bring us safely back to St. Mary’s for Holy Mass.
Amen.
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