15 Chapter 15

Making his decision, he reached for the phone, his hand shaking as he picked up the receiver. After he punched in the number, he spoke softly with his lips close to the mouthpiece. “Uh…yes. If I came in for a confession, who…what priest would be there to hear me?”

“What day, sir?”

“I don’t know. Today I guess.”

“Well, that would be Father Michael.”

“Michael?” Gabe said, surprised. “Is he new? I don’t remember anyone by that name.

“No. He’s been here for a while. Why? Is that a problem?”

“Oh, no. Do I have to set an appointment or anything? It’s…it’s been a long time since I’ve…confessed, and I’m sure things have changed.”

“Anytime from ten to two. Just come in whenever it’s convenient, go directly into the confessional, and the priest will be there.”

“Yes, okay. Thanks.”