Life is a train journey with all stations of life and changes. It goes through cities and towns, through farmlands and villages, through hills and dales, through states and counties. It stops at various stations; at each station there are people who board and others depart, leaving their positions to others. So it is with Maronite priests traveling through countries, continents, states and cities. It is believed that some will remain at one station, however they never know how long they will be. . And even we do not know what station we will descend, leaving those we had come to love and serve. The most important thing is to make our journey, moments of love and joy, to offer the best to others, ensuring our trip will be beautiful and peaceful.
Dear brothers and sisters, my stay among you was a remarkable station in my life. I enjoyed my serving in the parish of St. Maron in Cleveland but my station has changed. The beautiful moments that I lived among you are unforgettable. But the journey continues. I wish you a good continuation in your parish life. I thank you with all my heart for all the love and affection that you offered me to feel at home; you remain in my prayers as I ask you to pray for me.
God bless you and hope to see you again!
Abouna Roby