We were lingering over the lasagna, enjoying a casual dinner after the women’s conference this weekend.
Our beloved Bishop Olmsted, sitting to my right, was listening attentively to one of the volunteers describe her devotion to the Carmelite saints. She shared enthusiastically about her affection for St. Teresa of Avila. She paused thoughtfully. “I also love St. Thérèse,” she added.
Bishop Olmsted smiled. “Is that why you are wearing flower earrings?” he…