From the Atrium

Tonight we recalled the preparation of the cruets with the second graders.
Catechist:  "When we come to Mass, someone has been there before us, to prepare..."
Callie, age 7:  "I bet it is God."
Will, age 7:  "No, it is Father Joe."
Callie:  "No, it is God because he prepares for us, He does everything for us.  Of course it is God."
Will:  "He love us.  Our relationship is perfect.  He does not get mad at us and we do not get mad at Him."


A few moments later:
Callie:  "What happens when we mix these?"
Jacob:  "The water spreads all around the wine."
Callie:  "It vanishes!"
Jacob:  "The water follows the wine like we follow Jesus"
Will:  "He is always right next to us."

Sing A Long

Who sang it better?  The boys or the girls...?

 

The boys did really well...

The girls gave it their all!

Tonight Eric Webster, our Music Minister met with the children to teach them some new music.  Next week he will teach them the new Mass Settings we will be using starting November 27, 2011.  Ask the children to teach you the actions for "Yes Lord" and "Lean on Me" or who won the singing competition - the boys or the girls??

Remembering our Baptism

Tonight Father Joe met with the 8th graders and parents to discuss Baptism.  They reflected on our Baptismal Promises.  At the end of the evening, the 8th graders had an opportunity to interview mom or dad about their Baptismal Day:

Why did you have me baptized?

What difference to you hope Confirmation will make in my life?

Who were my godparents and why did you choose them?

What hopes and dreams do you have for me this year?