Helping Hands Ministry
Story 2
The Helping Hands Ministry continues to enrich my life through the friendships made while assisting others. One such memory is that of a parishioner who requested help running errands and yard work as she was physically and visually impaired. A trip to the grocery store or pharmacy turned into a friendly visit. Being homebound, this senior was longing for human interaction and companionship. I recall pulling weeds in her front yard as she sat outside in a chair to watch and talk. Thus, our visits evolved into a deep friendship. When she passed, another helping hands volunteer and I were asked to help select and read passages at her funeral service. I’m not sure who benefitted most from this relationship. What a gift!