THE SUNDAY REOPENING OF OUR GIFT SHOP AND PORTER’S LODGE went off smoothly and guests and Sunday visitors expressed their deep appreciation for its reopening. We (that is, the monks) are still familiarizing ourselves with the new cash register and some of the merchandise that has been in storage is still not back on the shelves. However, shelves continue being restocked and in the next few weeks we will begin acquiring new merchandise—especially books and greeting cards. Once again we thank for your patience over these last three months of renovation and are most grateful for your continued support of the Gift Shop and Holy Cross Abbey.