I have been familiar with the Parish School of Religion (PSR) program at St. Patrick Church for many years. My son Shawn has completed the program and will enter 10th grade this year at Hubbard. My daughter Elizabeth will make her confirmation during the upcoming year and will finish up her 8th grade year of PSR. In 2024, I volunteered to teach 6th grade PSR alongside Milton Gonzalez. Mr. Gonzalez deserves all of the credit in the world for leading the class, along with the other catechists who teach K-8 in the Parish School of Religion. I’ve gotten to know many of these people, and I consider myself lucky to call them friends, and mentors to me, my children, and all of your children who attend PSR. As for me, why did I get involved? The simple answer is….I don’t know. There is no earthly reason as to why I got involved, other than to say it was a calling. It just felt right. My goal going forward, is to not only teach the Word of God through study in class, but to educate my students about how religion and faith are applied everyday in real life situations. I’ll continue to encourage everyone to pray a little, or a lot, throughout the day. To reflect, during quiet times, about what Jesus Christ has done for you and will continue to do for you and your loved ones. Finally, I want my students to pay attention to everything that happens around them. A lot of times, things are not just coincidences, they happen for a reason. Look for the signs. If you truly believe, you will have those moments that will live with you forever. Those moments will reinforce what we all know….God is real, He loves you unconditionally, and deserves all Praise and Honor. And please, keep your eyes open, Saints Walk Among Us.
God Bless You All,
Bob Meluch