Dear Parents,

 The following is a list of family activities and suggestions to help your 

children grow in their faith..

*Share the importance of prayer in your family.  Pray daily: before meals,

    morning and nightly prayers or "just talking to God".  Prayers can be  

    spontaneous or traditional prayers.  Allow your children to add their own 

    special intentions.

  *Visit church and attend Sunday Liturgy as a family.  Let your child get

   acquainted with God's House. Perhaps a visit to our Grotto for your

   special prayers to Mary.

  *Celebrate Holidays and Holy Days and special family events.  Develop 

    your own family traditions.

  *Take time to listen to your child's day.  Have everyone share something 

    special about their day.  Learning to be a good listener is a gift from

    God.

  *Turn off the T.V., share a good book, have a family game night and enjoy

    and laugh together.

  *Make cards for family members or neighbors - sending a cheery note can

   brighten anyones day. Love your neighbor as yourself.

  *Talk about manners and good behavior. (walk in the footsteps of Jesus)

   Teach children the importance of saying "I'm sorry".  Good deeds and kind

    words bring harmony to God's world.

Family time can be an enriching time for all.  Enjoy God's wonderful world

together and allow your faith to blossom and grow.

                          God Bless you and your family.

                                        Mrs. Meyer