2 /5 William Garnsey: Attended tonight for the healing mass. It was a long mass and the priest gave a great homily about Mary visiting Elizabeth and being infused with the Holy Spirit. The message was to be positive, inclusive and open to the Spirit. He even sang a verse from Nat King Coles song "Smile."
When it came time for the healing blessing after the Mass. He showed his negative side and admonished other parishioners who came up from pews that ONLY the really sick should seek the annointment. Basically, if you are not dying, dont waste his time. This is judgement and someone may not look ill, but their body/spirit may be in pain seeking healing. My wife is disabled and fighting cancer. She was among the many he turned away.
Father, you spoke fine words, but your actions told a very different story.