By now most of you have at least seen our new SMA Father who arrived for the first weekend in July His name is Fr. Anthony Didong. (Fr. Tony II. It seems this is the year for duplicate priest names!!!).
Fr. Tony is originally from Ghana, the first SMA Father we have had from that country. Fr. Sam Madza was working in formation in Ghana when he first came to us but he is now in So. Africa. Fr. Tony comes from a large family, and both his parents are still living.
Fr. Tony was ordained seven years ago and spent some time in parish work. He now is involved in formation of new SMA seminarians, living and working on the Ivory Coast of Africa.
Although he spent some time in England studying, this is his first time in the United States. He finds that the people are more friendly here and he seems to be fitting in well. He enjoyed the Fourth of July at our home in Uxbridge. Thankfully he likes dogs – Abby my laid back faithful companion, and Honey the non stop, hyper affectionate yellow lab of Fr. Bob. All in all it was a great celebration and even the weather was beautiful – warm but not too hot. We were able to eat outside and enjoy the summer breeze.
On another note, plans are under way for our annual Parish Picnic scheduled for August 13 at the Elks Pavilion . Please be sure to set the day side and come to join our community celebration.