The eternal vaccine — God’s Grace!

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TO THE EDITOR:

It’s been 10 months since this nightmare called COVID-19 disrupted our lives, but with the news of a vaccine breakthrough it seems our prayers may have been answered.
Throughout this time however one thought kept troubling me: not am I doing enough to protect my physical life, but am I doing all that I should to prepare for my Eternal Life? While focusing on all of the rules, laws and regulations coming from our elected officials, have I neglected focusing on God’s law as presented to me by Mother Church?
Many of us have been so worried about leaving our houses before a Covid vaccine was discovered that we may have neglected the ultimate vaccine which is always available to us -- and at no charge. God’s Grace, which we freely receive in the sacraments! During this New Year may I recommend focusing on two of these sacraments. Beginning with monthly, or perhaps even weekly Confession...yes, weekly Confession...and worthy reception of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist. Protecting our physical health by taking all of the necessary precautions in this life is very important, after all our bodies are the “Temple of the Holy Spirit.”
However, taking care of our Spiritual Health in preparation for the next life is eternally important. Perhaps turning our thoughts to “being with God forever in Heaven” will help eliminate all the worrying about every new virus that may come along on Earth. Something all of us can focus on throughout the year ahead.

Richard Denningham Jr., Cranston