Sister Marceline Mattingly received a phone call recently from the daughter of a former student asking for prayers for her mother, Patricia, who had a severe stroke.
The unusual thing about this story is that Sister Marceline taught the daughter’s mother in 1943 — yes, you figured correctly, that’s 68 years ago!
You see, Sister Marceline is 96 years old today and through the years she and her former student have remained in contact and become good friends.
I relate this story on this Thanksgiving Day Eve because I think it’s what thanksgiving is all about — relationships, be they family, neighbors, co-workers, students, teachers or friends.
Today, let’s remember with gratitude all those persons who have made up the fabric of our lives and thank God’s providence that has placed them on our life’s journey.
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