 “I am in your midst as one who serves.” On Saturday morning, Linda Condes stops by the Cathedral. Assistant Sacristan Gerald Macheso takes the consecrated hosts from the tabernacle, and also provides a ‘kit’ containing the other supplies Linda will need for the service. |
 The team arrives at First Hill Care Center, just a few blocks from the Cathedral. |
 As the residents gather for the service, Linda lights the candles at the impromptu altar. |
 For the residents of First Hill Care Center, the Saturday morning service is the spiritual highlight of the week. Between 10 and 20 residents attend the service. |
 The prayer begins with song. “Amazing Grace” is the general favorite. |
 Jess and Elizabeth Hernandez join in the prayer service. Today, they help, learn, and ask questions. Soon, they will lead this and similar services on their own. |
 Resident Helen Griffin regularly attends the service. |
 At the end of the service the residents have an opportunity to receive Holy Communion. |
 At the conclusion of the service downstairs, Linda takes communion to those who are unable to leave their rooms. She takes a few minutes to talk and pray with Altonette Stone. |
 Roberta Grina greets Linda with joy. Together they pray the Our Father. After receiving communion, Roberta tells Linda, “now I feel better.” |