Honoring Our Grandparents and the Elderly
In this episode, we discuss the start of our parish's religious education program, upcoming events like Beer, Bratwurst, and Bingo night, and the annual Blessing of the Animals. We also reflect on the importance of National Grandparents Day and Pope Francis's message on God's enduring love for the elderly. Tune in to stay updated on parish activities and deepen your faith with resources available on our website.
Notes
- Religious education classes for children begin on Sunday, September 8th, marking the first day back for many and the start for new students. An all parent meeting is scheduled for the first day of classes at 10:15 AM.
- Catechetical Sunday will be celebrated on September 15th at the 9:00 AM Mass. A senior confirmation parent meeting will also take place on September 15th at 10:15 AM. The junior confirmation parent meeting is scheduled for the following Sunday.
- The parish is planning a Beer, Bratwurst, and Bingo night on Friday, October 4th. Save the date!
- The annual Blessing of the Animals will occur on Sunday, October 6th.
- Archbishop Wenski has called Amendment 4 an extreme proposal that would legalize full-term abortion without protections for preborn children and urges Catholics to vote NO in November on Amendment 4.
- This weekend is National Grandparents Day in the United States, celebrated on the Sunday after Labor Day. The day is a chance to honor grandparents and recognize the wisdom and experience of the elderly. Pope Francis declared World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly in 2021, celebrated on the 4th Sunday in July.
- Pope Francis's recent message for the occasion emphasizes God's unwavering presence and love for the elderly.
- We reflect on the story of Naomi and Ruth from the Bible, highlighting themes of loyalty and care for the elderly.