An Open Letter
From: Fr. Tom Barley
To: The People of Garden City and St. Lawrence
As I enter into my new assignment and ministry as Director of Vocations and Seminarians for the Catholic Church in Diocese of San Angelo, I want to thank you for the good relationship we shared over the past 6 1/2 years. Long ago you made me feel welcome. I appreciate your friendliness. I will remember the many people I met and the activities I was privileged to attend. I enjoyed the games and gatherings, the parties and the festivals, the weddings and the funerals, the stock shows and the time visiting. Many of you supported me at the time of the deaths of my parents and the times when I was ill. I pray that my time here has been a time of grace for you also. You are good people. It has been my honor to be your priest. I leave with many dear friends and many pleasant memories. While this transfer is an honor, I will miss you and keep you in my prayers. My last day here is Sunday, January 16. Fr. David Espitia will be the priest here until June. Please welcome him as you did me. Good-bye and may God bless you with His peace.
In the name of Jesus Christ, Our Lord
Your friend, Fr. Tom -- St. Lawrence