How can it be that Peter, the rock of the Church, to whom Jesus gave the power to forgive sins, is himself in need of forgiveness? So it is with all of us who are ministers of God’s merciful love through the sacraments. Nevertheless, we give thanks that God’s grace can flow through imperfect vessels, like Fr. Corby, to grant forgiveness to those who seek it in a time of need. As we approach the momentous events of this week, we pray for the courage to ask for and accept the mercy that Christ offers us all.