St Peter Chanel

The amazing vitality of this parish was once again evident today. There were only two Masses today, the eight and the noon. The noon Mass was completely packed out, SRO. I'm told the 8 a.m. was also. If the posted signs listing the church's capacity are accurate, that means 1300 people at each Mass. 2600 people, then, attended Mass here on a weekday, non-holy day of obligation. About half stayed for the rosary afterward. Three priests were hearing confessions when I came in at about 11:50 until 1:15. This place is a treasure.

Lesson: If you preach it, they will come.