From Father Michael

It is very important to get an annual physical! My annual physical last November revealed some abnormal moles on my skin.  After seeing a specialist and having a biopsy, one was revealed to have melanoma. I will now see a surgeon to have it removed.
The physical also revealed a hernia. Rather than wait for it to be a chronic or dangerous problem, I have decided to have it repaired. I will undergo outpatient surgery on Wednesday, February 11. I have cleared my calendar for one week so that I will have time to recover. I certainly hope all will be well by Ash Wednesday. I thank you for your prayers!