However, this is not so much a reaction to declining numbers of priests as it is an exciting opportunity to engage all of the faithful in strengthening our parish communities.

There are not enough priests available for us to continue as we have in the past.

As more people become involved in the life of the church, we will experience stronger parish communities.

We have the opportunity now to have some input, to listen to what's happening, offer up some of our concerns and have them addressed before the rules are put in place. This is important information.

Gosh, you wouldn't pass up an opportunity like that.

It's important to do something new, something you've never done before. This gives people the opportunity to branch out.