The Barn Sale

This weekend we'll hold the 22nd Annual Barn Sale at St. Antony's. Our property includes an old horse barn, and it makes a perfect place to lay out tables of household items for sale. The Barn Sale consumes a great deal of energy and time for some members of St. Antony's, and it generates a good profit each year.

When I was in seminary, our pastoral theology professor told us about annual parish events like the Barn Sale. He said, "These events will go on whether you like them or not. They're part of the life of the parish and they have a life of their own. If you're wise, you won't interfere with them."

I confess I don't really understand the Barn Sale. But it's part of the life of our parish, so I support it. May the Barn Sale flourish!