Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
Dear Fellow Parishioners:

Many, many thanks to all those who joined in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Deacon Wally's ordination as a Permanent Deacon in the Diocese of Little Rock.  Kind congratulatory thoughts from so many before and after the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, and the following marvelous pot-luck dinner, will long be remembered by us and those of our family who were present.

Special thanks to Father Bill who initiated the gala event and for his generous comments, to Tom Canavan and Bill Hurley and their Parish Life Committee for all the wonderful arrangements.  Thanks too for the many who came with delightful dishes and those who gave contributions for the Diaconate Koinonia Fund and/or the Seminarian Fund of the Diocese of Little Rock in our honor.  Over $1,000 has already been received that will go to these good causes.

Suzy and I are so happy to be part of this Parish Family and are very grateful for the outpouring of love for us.  You always warm our hearts.

We pray that God bless you and continue to bless our parish.

Deacon Wally and Suzy Gieringer