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ST. AMBROSE CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS MARCH 12, 2017
Monday, March 13 8:00AM Anne Tullo Tuesday,March 14 8:00AM Josefine Miranda Wednesday, March 15 8:00AM James Ringo 7:00PM(Spanish) Rev. Charles J. Borski Thursday, March 16 8:00AM Janie Bashinski Friday, March 17 - – St. Patrick’s Day 8:00AM Brad Barron Saturday,March 18 8:00AM Dan Podsednik 5:00PM Albert Bashinski Sunday, March19 8:00AM Larry Cargill and Theodore & Angelina Twardowski 10:00AM Leona Hanus 12:00Noon(Spanish) Alex Velasquez 5:00PM(Spanish) Mary Dudas _____________________________________________________
Please remember the following who have asked for our prayers: Maria Isabel Araujo, Tammy Babineck, Catherine
Bargers, Laverne Bonora, Jesus Calvillo Jr., John Culver, Albina Diehl, Bill Kominczak, Henry Kopycinski, Ellen Marinucci, Robert McCullough, Jr., Jack Moore, Peter and Nina Peropoulous, Ora Nell Petrash, Margaret Richardson, Araceli Rocha, Sammy Romano, Sophia Romano, Christopher Sarchet, Landon Seeberger, Louis Torres, Kathy Tullo, Daniel Vernon, Donald Weaver, David Zaborowski, and Raul Zamarripa.
Let us pray for all those who have given their life for our freedom and for
those who are serving in our military at home and abroad and especially the
following: Victor J. Broussard, Peter Zachary Carroll, Samuel Castillo,
Brandon Cook, Matthew Cook, Master Sgt., Dean Crawford, Robert
Freedman, Olivia Garza, Matthew Grissom, Timothy Groh, Lee Anthony
Guerrero, Andrew S. Gutierrez, Christopher Hernandez, Lucas Hernandez
Matthew Hernandez, Mia Hernandez, Sean Dietrich Hrncir, Samuel Dylan
Hrncir, Captain Mary Hrynyk, Captain Jason Hrynyk, Anthony Handy, Ivan
Ibabao, Elizabeth Grassmann Ibabao, Robert Marquez, Jr., Captain
Andrew Locke, Daniel Martinez, John Martinez, Major Kelly McGovern,
Gamaliel Nava, Tony Noser, Dominic Patronella, Jeremy Redman, Captain
Jonathan Reed, Casey Rogers, Daniel Salinas, The Smith Family, Oscar
Sicola, Mertie St. Pierre, Adam M. tyers, and James Andrew Tammaro.
RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, is a process
whereby adults learn about the Catholic Church. If you would like
to learn more about our faith, Baptism, First Eucharist or
Confirmation, call the Religious Education Office at 713-686-3857.
PARISH PENANCE SERVICE You are cordially invited to attend our upcoming
Parish Penance Service on Tuesday, April 4,
at 7:00PM. We hope that you and your Family will renew your Lenten Resolution and rience God’s healing
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Readings for the Week of
March 12, 2017
Sunday Second Sunday of Lent
Gn 12:1-4a; Ps 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22; 2 Tm 1:8b-10; Mt 17:1-9 Monday Dn 9:4b-10; Ps 79:8, 9, 11 and 13; Lk 6:36-38 Tuesday Is 1:10, 16-20; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21and 23;
Mt 23:1-12 Wednesday Jer 18:18-20; Ps 31:5-6, 14, 15-16; Mt 20:17-28 Thursday Jer 17:5-10; Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6; Lk 16:19-31 Friday Saint Patrick, Bishop
Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a; Ps 105;16-17, 18-19, 20-21;Mt 21:33-43, 45-46 Saturday Saint Cyril of Jerusalem, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 9-10, 11-12; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32 Sunday Third Sunday of Lent
Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42
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FROM ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY - Lent is a call
to “give alms for the poor,” Wherever you live in the parish, there
are poor families within walking distance of your home. When in
need, they ring the rectory bell. They are, in effect, ringing your
doorbell.
Is there a family you know who needs assistance? Please call the
Society of St. Vincent de Paul so that together we can help the
suffering and the poor.
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A GOOD LENT - A good Lent involves approaching the forty-
day period as our last opportunity to become a better person, and a better Christian. During this season of Lent, let us take advantage of the many graces to grow more into the likeness of Christ. If we approach Lent with this attitude of mind, the season will be a time of great spiritual growth and will truly prepare us for a most joyful celebration of the Easter mysteries.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS during Lent are every Friday at
7:00PM in English and at 7:45 PM in Spanish.
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES COLLECTION “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave
me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me” (Mt 25:35)” Today, we are reminded of Jesus’ call to see him in all those we encounter. The Catholic Relief Services Collection sees Jesus in displaced families, those who seek to change unjust laws, and those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. How will you help Jesus in disguise? By giving to the Catholic Relief Services Collection, you are responding to human life and the dignity of the human person. Visit www.usccb.org/crscollection to find out how your generosity touches lives all over the world.
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THE CHURCH IS
PARTICIPATING IN A
VOCATION CROSS PROGRAM We pray for all who generously share in Church ministry, in particular for sisters, brothers, priests and deacons. The Spirit is calling men and women and preparing boys and girls from our day school and CCE program to serve in the Church. May our prayer for vocations inspire all of us to listen attentively to the call of God’s Spirit and respond with generous hearts.
5:00PM Mass, Saturday Joan Hinyard 8:00AM Mass, Sunday Liz Smaistrla
10:00AM Mass, Sunday Janie Cano
Please call Sr. Charline at 713-682-2242 for more information.
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Experience Excellence at St. Ambrose Catholic School
St. Ambrose offers an advanced curriculum with dedicated degreed teachers, championship sports teams, and High School credit courses, we invite you to visit our website www.sashornets.org. Please contact Christine Langeland [email protected] or 713-686-6990. Applications are available!
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GOLDEN YOUTH will meet on Sunday, March 19, at 2:00PM
in the St. Ambrose cafeteria. We will have a guest at our meeting who will show us how to Secure Your Legacy. Lunch will be provided. All those 55 and older are invited to attend. RSVP to Josie Farek at 713-681-0254. _____________________________________________________
REMINDER – DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS AT 12MIDNIGHT
GIFTS FOR GOD
Envelope $10,185.00 Loose $ 5,101.53 Mail In $1,669.00 Total $16,955.53
Black & Indian Collection $3,119.50 ________________________________________________
CCE NEWS - The week of March 12 is Spring Break for
the CCE students of St. Ambrose. Classes will resume on March 19 at their usual time. .
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SAVE THE DATE: Apil 7, 2017
St. Vincet DePaul conference will have a Lenten Enchilada Dinner to raise funds for families in need. Presale tickets will be available for purchase before/after all the weekend Masses beginning this weekend. Ticket Price is $8.00. Time will be from 5:00PM to 7:30PM in the school
cafeteria.
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BINGO – Bingo will be held on Tuesday, March 14, at 7:15PM in the
auditorium. Come and bring your neighbors for an evening of camaraderie and FUN. We will be calling three (3) Bonus Ball Numbers.
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ARTS AND CRAFTS – We are making Easter baskets for our sale
on April 2. Come and join the fun on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00PM to 3:00PM in the auditorium. . For more information call Sister Charline at 713-858- 1613. ________________________________________________
WIDOWS AND WIDOWERS will meet today, Sunday,
March 12, at Don Jose Mexican Restaurant at 2:00PM. If you have any questions, call Sister Charline or just show up!
WE GRIEVE is a Breavement Group for those who have lost
a loved one. We will meet on Thursday, March 16, at 1:15PM in
Room B. Meetings last about an hour and a half.
Sessions will include information about the grieving process as well
as the opportunity to share with others who are grieving. Reading
materials will be available as well.
For more information please call Sister Charline at 713-858-1613.
ST. AMBROSE CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS MARCH 12, 2017
ATTENTION: GOLDEN YOUTH TRIP
April 8, 2017 Parishioners 50 years and older. Stagecoach Days in Anderson, Texas Join us as we enjoy a spring day, going to Fanthrop Inn State Historical Site. We will travel to Navasota, Texas and have a dutch-treat lunch at the Wrangler Steak House. On Saturday they have a buffet featuring chicken fried steak or pork ribs, including the salad bar for $10 (drink not included), or you can choose to order off their menu. Following lunch we will visit Fanthrop Inn and have a costumed docent tell us about the history of the Inn. There will also be a stagecoach ride, taking you back to 1850’s Texas when the stagecoach was a major mode of transportation. We will also have the opportunity to play children’s games common to the 1850’s. Come join us as we step back into 1850’s Texas.
The tour is limited to persons 50 years or older and bus seating. The total cost for admissions will be $10 per person. Cost of lunch not included. We will leave at 9:30 am and should be returning around 4 pm. Seniors interested in joining us on this trip, please call Carol Herman at 713-688-6409 or email [email protected]. ________________________________________________
BEST LENT EVER Would you like to make this Lent the Best Lent Ever? What is Best Lent Ever? Best Lent Ever is a free, daily email program that will help you have a truly life-changing Lent. This year’s program is based on the perfect book, Resisting Happiness. This book leads readers, in a deeply personal way to the realization that they cannot get to where they want to go without God. It was specifically written to re-engage disengaged Catholics and inspire individuals to grow in their spiritual life. Best Lent Ever will take you on an incredible journey this Lent.
How Does It Work? Everyone is invited to visit
BestLentEver.com. to sign up. Beginning Ash Wednesday,
participants will receive daily emails with practical-tips, short inspirational videos from Matthew Kelly, and personal reflections from Dynamic Catholic team members. You will discover how to open your heart to God and do more than just give up chocolate for Lent.
VIRTUS “Keeping the Promise Alive” Workshop
will be held here at St. Ambrose Parish
Saturday, March 25 2017 @10am in the school cafeteria. Register
online at http://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/virtus_description.cfm
If you have any questions contact Michelle Thompson in the
church office 713-686-3497.
ST. AMBROSE BAZAAR
APRIL 2017 Be A Bazaar Sponsor! We are looking for people, companies,
businesses or groups who want to be a Bazaar Partner by sponsoring a Booth or the Bazaar in general. To be a Sponsor and partner, please contact the parish office at 713 686 3497 or email [email protected]
Donate online through our parish website @ https://stambrosehouston.org Sponsorships Levels:
$1000 Platinum $500 Gold Level $250 Silver Level
$100 Bronze Level We thank you for your sponsorship and help in promoting our
Bazaar 2017!
For those Sponsorships received so far, THANK YOU FOR SUPPORT! Jerry & Josie Farek The Pechacek Family The Golden Youth Controlled Air Catholic Daughters Jose & Isabel Hernandez Summertime Investment Korst Family John & Michelle Thompson South Texas Exterminating Morales Funeral Home
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We are calling all Cooks and Chili Lovers ! In conjunction with the St. Ambrose Bazaar, Sunday, April 30,
there will be a Chili Cook-off included in the fun. Chili tasting
and voting for PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD. Entry fee $50.
100% of entry fees benefit St. Ambrose Church. For more
information and rules, please contact Gerald Nixon
TWO WEEK CAMP – Subiaco Alumni Association and
Subiaco Abbey are sponsoring two weeks of Camp Subiaco for
boys ages 9-13 on June 18-24 and June 25-July 1, 2017. For
questions email [email protected].
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
Domingo 12 de Marzo de 2017
2º Domingo de Cuaresma Génesis 12,1-4a: Abrahán, padre del pueblo de Dios
Salmo 32: Que tu misericordia, Señor, venga sobre nosotros
2 Timoteo 1,8b-10: Dios nos llama y nos ilumina
Mateo 17,1-9: Su rostro resplandecía como el sol LA SEMANA PASADA contemplábamos a Jesús siendo
tentado en el desierto. Hoy lo vemos transfigurado en lo alto de
la montaña. Es muy significativo que la Iglesia nos proponga esta
pedagogía. Habíamos visto como el Señor vencía al tentador y,
aun con la certeza de que nunca nos deja solos, se nos recordaba
nuestra propia fragilidad y el hecho de que estamos abocados a
la lucha contra el pecado. Hoy, sin embargo, nos detenemos ante
la inesperada manifestación de Jesús resplandeciente. Se anticipa
en este misterio el de la resurrección. Jesús subió al monte
acompañado de tres de sus apóstoles, los mismos que estarán con
él en Getsemaní.
Su rostro resplandecía como el sol y sus vestidos se
volvieron blancos como la luz. Se trata de algo maravilloso.
Tanto que Pedro pide quedarse allí, y exclama: Señor, ¡que hermoso es estar aquí! Inmediatamente pienso en todos esos
momentos de gracia vividos solo o en grupo en los que la verdad
de Cristo se ha hecho presente con especial intensidad. Recuerdo
muchos rostros transformados en alguna de las Jornadas
Mundiales de la Juventud, o la especial alegría o emoción que
han surgido en algún encuentro apostólico o celebración
litúrgica. Son esos momentos en que nuestra vida cobra un peso
especial porque la intuimos toda llena de Dios y el amor de sus
designios se nos manifiesta con especial claridad. No es cuestión
de entender más o menos, sino, simplemente, de constatar lo bien
que se está con el Señor. Sin embargo, no han de permanecer en lo alto de la montaña.
Santo Tomas dice que hemos de comunicar a los demás lo que
hemos contemplado en la oración, Jesús mismo desciende del
monte para dirigirse a Jerusalén. Donde se va a entregar por
nosotros. En la transfiguración se nos recuerda esa gran verdad:
Jesús se ha abajado para salvamos. Es su amor el que ha guiado ese
descendimiento. La intimidad con Dios siempre nos conduce por esa
dinámica, EI acercarnos a él nos impulsa a querer ir más hacia los
henna nos. Su amor es el gran motor de la entrega al prójimo. Hay
que descender de la montaña para cumplir el designio amoroso de
Dios.
Asimismo, cuando san Pablo exhorta a su discípulo Timoteo
que tome parte en los duros trabajos del evangelio descubrimos que
ese dinamismo ha de impregnar la verdadera amistad cristiana. A lo
largo de la historia, encontramos muchos ejemplos de santos que se
han animado mutuamente a darse más a los demás por amor hacia
ellos. ¿No esta eso prefigurado de alguna manera en el misterioso
coloquio que mantiene Jesús con Elías y Moisés? El mismo
Abrahán, que es conocido como el amigo de Dios, sale de su tierra
porque el Señor así se lo pide para hacerlo padre de una multitud de
pueblos.
En la montaña, los apóstoles escucharon estas palabras:
Este es mi Hijo, el amado, mi predilecto. Escuchadle. En el camino de
la Cuaresma nos queda esta certeza. Sabemos del poder del amor de
Dios y de cómo su amor tiene la fuerza de transformar totalmente
nuestra vida. Conocemos también que nuestra vida ha de ser
seguimiento de Cristo. Escuchemos su palabra, que nos muestra la
bondad de Dios y nos impulsa hacia el amor generoso a los henna
nos. Tras aquella revelación, los apóstoles cayeron de bruces.
Estaban ante Dios. Pero Jesús se acercó a ellos y les dio ánimos,
Grande es el camino de la vida cristiana, pero no nos falta la tierna
y suave compañía de Cristo. ¡Qué alegría y que consuelo! Con la colaboración de Magnificat
Horario de Servicios Lunes a Sábado
8:00 a.m. Misa en Ingles Miércoles
7:00 p.m. Misa en Español 1er. Viernes del Mes
7:00 p.m. Misa en Español Sábado
5:00 p.m. Misa en Ingles Domingo
8:00 y 10:00 a.m. Misa en Ingles 12:00 p.m. Misa en Español 5:00 p.m. Misa de Jóvenes
Miércoles Exposición del Santísimo 8:30 a.m. a 6:45 p.m.
Rosario en Español 10:00 a.m. Oración de la Divina Misericordia 3:00 p.m.
Confesiones Miércoles de 6:00 a 6:45 p.m.
1er. Viernes del Mes 6:00 a 6:45 p.m. Sábado de 3:30 a 4:30 p.m.
VIACRUCIS
Los viernes de cuaresma tenemos el Viacrucis
en la iglesia a las 7:45 PM Te esperamos para
prepararnos juntos a la celebración de la Pascua.
CONFESIONES Nuestro servicio penitencial de adviento será el Martes 4 de Abril a las 7:00 P.M. Haga planes para reconciliarse con Dios, con la Iglesia y con todos por medio del Sacramento del Perdón y Sanación Espiritual.
Misa de Jóvenes La misa es a las 5:00 p.m.
1er y 3er domingo en español
2do y 4to domingo en Inglés
5to domingo del mes será bilingüe
ST. AMBROSE CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS MARCH 12, 2017
Te invitamos a rezar el Santo Rosario
en la iglesia cada domingo a las
11:30 a.m. para prepararnos a celebrar
la Santa Eucaristía.
Adoración ante el Santísimo Sacramento
Oración y meditación ante el Santísimo Sacramento son dos maneras de ofrecer a Dios. Usted puede pedir por sus necesidades o las de sus seres queridos, reflexionar en su palabra o solamente acompañarle. El realmente quiere verte. La Exposición son todos los miércoles después de la misa de 8:00 a.m. hasta las 6:45 p.m. en la capilla. Seguido de la misa en español a las 6:30 p.m.
CLASSES DE CONFIRMACION PARA ADULTOS
San Ambrosio ofrecerá un programa de preparación para adultos, católicos practicantes, que deseen recibir el sacramento de la Confirmación. Para calificar para este programa usted debe:
Tener al menos 18 años de edad
Haber recibido la primera comunión y reconciliación
Si esta casado, debe estar casado por la iglesia
Si esta “viviendo junto”, debe estar dispuesto a casarse por la iglesia
Para registrarse:
Contacte la Oficina de Educación Religiosa y haga una cita con Diana Sánchez 713-686-3857 or [email protected]
Los candidatos deberán asistir a tres retiros de preparación:
1. Sábado, Abril 29, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm 2. Sábado, Mayo 13, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm 3. Sábado, Junio 3, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Los tres retiros son indispensables para completar el programa. Ya que este es un programa “intensivo”, no se podrán hacer excepciones al respecto. Quienes asistan a este programa, sin faltar a ninguna sesión, celebrarán el sacramento de la Confirmación el 4 de Junio.
Charlas de Inmigración
Es una sesión informativa sobre las leyes y el proceso
migratorio. Después de la charla pueden tener una consulta gratis
con un abogado de inmigración o un representante acreditado. Las
charlas son en la oficina del 2900 Lousiana St. Houston, TX 77006
No se permite asistir a la Charla sin haberse pre-registrado
Por favor no traiga niños a la charla
Registrarse al 713-874-6570 o www.CatholicCharities.org
Fechas: Marzo 21 Abril 4, 18 Mayo 2, 16
Junio 6, 20 Julio 4, 18 Agosto 1, 15
BAUTIZOS
Los bautizos son el domingo después de la
Misa de 12:00 p.m Las fechas de los bautizos son las siguientes: 23 de Abril 21 de Mayo 18 de Junio Necesita llenar la forma de registro y entregarla con una copia del certificado de nacimiento del bebé. Los papás y los padrinos deben tomar las clases para bautizos.
Clases para bautizos:
Las clases para bautizos son el primero y segundo martes del mes de 7:00 a 9:00 p.m. en el salón A Las siguientes clases para bautizos son: Marzo 7 y 14, 2017 Abril 4 y 11, 2017 Mayo 2 y 9. 2017 Junio 6 y 13, 2017
“Vayan y Formen Discípulos” Fondo de Servicios Diocesanos 2017
Dios bendiga a cada uno de ustedes que ha respondido tan generosamente apoyando al Fondo de Servicios Diocesanos del año 2017. Si usted ha escuchado el llamado de Cristo y aún no ha respondido, por favor hágalo hoy mismo. Para donar por internet, por favor visite la página www.archgh.org/dsf. Ayúdenos a alcanzar la meta de nuestra parroquia de $72,000.
Bendiciones especiales
El 1er domingo es la bendición para los que cumplen años en
el mes.
El 2do domingo del mes es la presentación de los niños de 3
años.
El 3er domingo del mes es la bendición para las parejas por su
aniversario de bodas.
El 4to domingo es la bendición para los niños recién nacidos.
Necesitamos de su ayuda Se ofrece comida a la familia que
ha perdido un ser querido después de su funeral. Si a usted le
gustaría ayudar en este Ministerio favor de comunicarse con la Hna.
Charline 713-682-2242 o email [email protected],
Iglesia Catolica de San Ambrosio y Men’s Club te invitan a jugar
BINGO todos los Martes en el Auditorio a las 7:15 pm
Todos los fondos son para la parroquia.
Ven y diviertete!!!! NO FALTES!!!
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
FROM OUR MUSIC DIRECTOR
Sunday Masses, special Archdiocesan Liturgies, and other
services and celebrations. Anyone with an interest in Music or
Singing is encouraged to join one of the choirs briefly outlined below. For more information, please contact Veronica Stevens, Music Director, at 281-440-4445, or visit with her after any weekend Mass.
CHORALE, Saturday evening Mass at 5:00PM
Contact Veronica Stevens at 281-440-4445
FAMILY CHOIR, Sunday Mass at 8:00AM
Contact Bob Korst at 3-688-0046
LITURGICAL CHOIR, Sunday Mass at 10:00AM
Contact Veronica Stevens at 281-440-4445
SPANISH CHOIR, Sunday Mass at 12:00Noon
Contact Alpha Omega Cruz– 281-808-3430
PRAYER BLANKET MINISTRY - Prayer
blankets are lap size, made with two coordinating pieces of material,
sewn with love and prayers for those who receive them. This prayer
blanket is a symbol of a faith-sharing community’s “covering of
prayer” for the individuals who use them.If you can sew some prayer
blankets, please call Sister Charline 713-858-1613.
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REFLECTIONS
ON CHRISTIAN PARENTING In the first days of our child’s life, we begin to teach what it is to be a
Catholic Christian …loving touches, soft voicers, playful expressions,
holding the baby close when they cry, feeding when hungry…early feelings
in a child that speak of loving parents, a loving world, a loving God. Your
fears, hopes, dreams, disappointments are felt by the child as he/she grows.
You are the first TEACHER and the most influential one your child will
ever have. However, God does not call you to be professors or theologians,
but simply to be Christian parents...to live in the knowledge of His love for
you and to do your best to imitate Him.
Children learn about acceptance and respect for others the first time they
come in from a fight or disagreement. The words used will be their first real
teaching on love of neighbor, respect for self and others. Fairness and
justice can only be taught in a home that believes in equality. Jokes,
sarcasm and unkind remarks about those who are different from us make a
lasting impression on children and cannot be easily erased…not even by the
finest catechist or Catholic school teacher.
A child’s worth is determined by what is experienced in the family. This is
the place where one can feel special and unique in a positive
way…belonging in a climate of caring and concern for one another. They
learn to like themselves and as a result can begin to openly like others.
Asking for Christian membership for our children through Baptism requires
that we have a living, active faith in order that we may effectively “enable
our children to know God” as required in the Rite of Baptism for Children.
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