Dear Parishioners:
I am writing to let you know that I will be retiring as Pastor on June 30, 2021. I reached the age of 70 in June 2020, and feel that it is time for me to hand over the role of Pastor to another member of the Archdiocesan Priesthood. In all, I am completing 47 years of priesthood in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, and I look forward to the new adventure of retirement. Your new Pastor will be announced in May and his appointment will begin here on July 1, 2021.
I have enjoyed my role as Pastor very much here at St. Bartholomew and plan to continue to reside here. In doing so, I will be able to continue being a part of the parish community with all of you.
I pray God’s blessing on all of our parish families, and truly appreciate the support and involvement of so many parishioners.
Yours in Christ,
Father Michael Reardon, Pastor