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Reflections of Family and Faith
"The family that prays together stays together." - Venerable Patrick Peyton
In the month of May, we traditionally reflect on the role of Mary, Mother of Jesus. Through the centuries, believers have oriented their prayer to meditate on many titles for the Virgin of Nazareth. This year, I find myself drawn to “Queen of Peace.”
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During the school year, it is customary to schedule parent-teacher conferences. When I was teaching, I enjoyed the conversations with parents and guardians. I tried to be positive and affirming in my observations. I hope I was a good listener.
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Celebrating family life | Why pray?
Just being with you for less than 24 hours, having “seen with our own eyes and touched with our own hands” (cf. 1John 1:1) what the Risen Lord in your midst has accomplished and continues to accomplish through Holy Cross Family Ministries, especially with the signing of the Memorandum of Collaboration a while ago between the International Confederation of Christian Family Movements and Holy Cross Family Ministries, there’s more meaning to our acclamation in the Responsorial Psalm: Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord!
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Celebrating family life | Strengthening family unity
Today's reading from the Acts of the Apostles reminds us of the importance of courage and conviction in our faith. The Gospel of John reminds us that the one who believes in the Son has eternal life (John 3.36). As we reflect on today's scriptures, let us remember the importance of communicating our love and faith to our children. As parents, we are responsible for being role models and providing a foundation of love and trust for our children.
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Celebrating family life | Healing the family
As we gather together today, let us take a moment to reflect on the gift of peace that Jesus offers us. This peace is not just an absence of conflict but an overarching sense of calm and assurance that comes from knowing we are loved and cared for by a God who promises to be with us always.
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We hosted family on Easter, and the youngest grandkids enjoyed an egg hunt. It was fun to watch their intensity as they searched the potential hiding places. We coached when they needed redirection. The search itself was as rewarding as the treats found within the eggs. The kids treasured the whole experience, the seeking and the finding.
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