Chapter 50

{Carl and Jim weren’t kidding, were they? One of the choir members really is blind—he’s using a cane.}

{Amazing, isn’t it?}

{Yeah. I wonder how he knows when he gets to the steps?}

{I think I’ve seen saw the man next to him touch his arm to warn him, but I can’t be sure.}

{I’ll keep my eyes open.}

{When it’s time to go to the altar for communion, just follow my lead.}

{But I’m not a member.}

{The Episcopal Church has what is known as an open table—all baptized Christians are welcome.}

{Oh.}

{Trust me, babe, and follow my lead.}

Nate followed my lead during communion, and after the service we joined the line waiting to say hello to Father Cullen. Finally, it was our turn, and when Father Cullen saw me, he said, “Quentin, we haven’t seen you in a while, and who’s this with you?”

“Sorry,” I said, “I’ve been out of town for three solid weeks. This is my partner, Nate Braddock. Nate, this is Father Cullen, one of the really good guys.”