Dear Families,
In honor of All Saints Day, our students poured their creativity and heart into a special project we’re proud to share: the “Spoonly Saints.” Each piece reflects their thoughtful work and joyful spirit. We invite you to take a moment to admire their efforts – they truly shine!
In this weekend’s Gospel, we hear how Jesus consoles Martha at the death of her brother, Lazarus, and declares that he is the Resurrection and the life. In Jesus’ conversation with Martha, we learn that we can face death with hope because Jesus promises eternal life for all those who believe in him. In his death and Resurrection, Jesus has conquered death once and for all. In the Communion of the Saints, we continue to share a relationship with all those who have died. The saints in heaven intercede for us before God. We pray for the souls of the faithful departed. Our prayers for them help speed their journey to full communion with the saints in heaven. We praise God for this tremendous gift of our faith.
As you gather as a family, remember the names of family members or friends who have died. Talk about these people, sharing memories of their lives and their influence on your family. Recall that today is All Souls Day. On this day we remember all those who have died, and we pray for them. Read today’s Gospel, John 11:17-27, in which we hear Jesus console his friend Martha after her brother’s death. Talk about Jesus’ promise of eternal life and our hope of eternal life for all those who have died. Conclude by praying for all those who have died, naming in particular family members and friends. After each person is named, pray together “Lord, have mercy.” Pray together the Act of Hope.
Partners in Faith,
Phyllis Chudzinski
There is NO class on November 5th