Dear Families,
On this Trinity Sunday think about each Person of the Trinity by doing an extended reflection on the Sign of the Cross. Gather the family together for a time of meditative prayer. You may consider playing some instrumental music in the background. Bring a notebook or prayer journal to write down your reflections. Select one person to lead the meditation. Pause after each set of questions and invite family members to write or draw. Share your answers after the prayer.
“In the name of the Father How have I encountered God’s love? How do I feel his protection and care? When do I turn to him? How does he encourage me? and of the Son What was Jesus like when he was little? How does Mass help me grow closer to Jesus? How can I grow my friendship with him? and of the Holy Spirit Where has the Holy Spirit worked in my life this past week? How has the Holy Spirit brought me hope? What direction do I need from the Holy Spirit? Amen.”
Family Fun – Shamrock Hunt – The shamrock is often used as an analogy for the Trinity, representing the unity and distinctions of the Persons of God. This outdoor family activity will help you celebrate the Trinity. A shamrock is a clover-like plant that grows in grassland and roadsides. Pack up the family and go on a shamrock hunt. While fourleaf clovers are symbols of good luck around the world, we are looking for three-leaf clovers to remind us of the Trinity. Go to a local park, nature preserve, pasture, or school field. The best hunting grounds for shamrocks are in patches of white clovers. Have each family member pick some clovers and some wildflowers too. When you return home arrange the clovers and flowers in a vase or planter and use it as a table decoration for dinner.
Family Challenge – In honor of Father’s Day, pray the Our Father prayer each day this week, reflecting on both your Heavenly Father and the father figures in your life.
Fun Facts – The United States celebrates Father’s Day on the third Sunday of June. However, many countries with a Catholic heritage, such as Portugal and Spain, honor fathers on March 19th, which is the feast of St. Joseph, husband of Mary, foster father of Jesus, and patron saint of fathers.
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Partners in Faith,
Phyllis Chudzinski