00:00 Autumn is a beautiful time of year, and one of my favorite things about the season is
00:07 the tradition of the parish festival.
00:09 It seems like almost every parish has one at this time of year.
00:12 There are rides, games, food, rides, cotton candy, rides.
00:20 Parish festivals have lots and lots of rides.
00:23 Parking, not as much.
00:25 Now there may be some who say that this carnival-esque atmosphere doesn't really mix with our faith,
00:31 or that these parish festivals are really all about making money.
00:34 Of course, the real point of these festivals is to generate community and spread joy.
00:38 And you know who really appreciates a good parish festival?
00:42 The saints.
00:43 I mean, after all, they're in heaven celebrating 24/7, and so it's only appropriate that every
00:48 year every parish joins in the celebration with their own patron saint.
00:53 So I say, let's celebrate, rain or shine!
00:55 [music]
01:17 (upbeat music)
01:20 (laughing)
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