Hello Families,
Because of God’s great love for us, he sent his Son, Jesus, to save the world. Jesus, in turn, sent the Holy Spirit so that our faith in God and his love would be strengthened. The nurturing experiences of family life also help us to understand and have faith in God’s love.
Create a family poster together showing all the ways in which your family experiences God’s great love. Use symbols, pictures, and words to show how you have seen God at work in your family life and in our history. Then read together today’s Gospel, John 3:16-18. Pray together, thanking God for his gift of love. Conclude by praying the Glory Be to the Father or today’s Psalm.
Liturgy Link – We honor the Trinity when we make the sign of the cross. When do we make the sign of the cross at Mass? Family Challenge-Get a Holy water font for your home. You can find them online or at a local Catholic supply store. Put it by your front door or the door you use the most at home. Ask your parish about getting some holy water to fill it. Use it to make the sign of the cross before you leave your home each day.
Family Activity – Build Your Family Tree
Trace your ancestry and build a family tree. Make it as simple or complex as you wish. Find a template online or draw a tree with branches showing how your family is connected. Write in the roots section where you grew up or other cities where your family has roots. Start with your immediate family and expand it to your extended family. Consult with grandparents, aunts, and uncles to get as much information as possible. Be creative and have fun!
VBS is June 22-26 and we still need help- adult helpers and middle school/ high school group leads. Contact the office if you are interested.
Registrations for VBS can be found in church.
Partners in Faith,
Phyllis Chudzinski
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