Yesterday, I made my way downtown to vote, since I will be leaving for the Camino tomorrow, October 20. I was surprised by how few people there were to vote, so it took less than five minutes. I must admit that this vote was not easy, given the number of issues I’m looking at: the care of the poor , the refugee, those having no health care, the unborn, the many struggling to make ends meet, a solid education for all children, and the list goes on. I’ve never been a “one issue voter,” since so many realities attack the dignity of the human person.
I’m walking in the Camino to raise funds for those individuals whose dignity is threatened by poverty, indifference and the need to leave one’s home and country to find a safe way to live. Today is Mission Sunday, a time to reflect on the many refugees fleeing into our country from living in the fear of violence and oppression. Our parish does so much to help those who are trying to build a new life in Chicago and we have a number of volunteers ministering to families from a number of countries, seeking safety. Please support this ministry in whatever way you can, perhaps even to volunteer your time to help people in their transition to a new life.
I leave tomorrow for Spain. Pray all goes well.
peace. Fr. Frank
Fr. Frank's Camino de Santiago 
Dearest Fr. Frank,
Mary Jo has kindly forwarded your information. I have such admiration for your strength and your desire to make this journey again. I’ve made a contribution to your cause and I’ll keep you in my prayers throughout your journey. I look forward to reading your notes along the way! May God keep you safely in His loving hands.
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Thank you Mary Jo. I’ll need the prayers! Especially for the knees. Sent from my iPhone
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Are you getting this reply? Judy or Mary Jo. I’m still figuring this WordPress out. Sent from my iPhone
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Ooops! Frankie, I forgot to add my name to my comment before I hit “Send”! It’s Judy Rice
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Oh my God. So great to see your name. I return thanksgiving. I told Mary Jo we haven’t set a time for us to get together and catch up. I’ll be praying for you.
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Happy Travels Frank! Be safe! Phyllis and George
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thank you Phyllis and George. Pray my hips and knees make it!! Hood you are doing well and in good spirits. Just stay healthy!! Will pray for you along the Way.
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