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Symbolism: Arms-Nurturing, caring: beginning in our closest relationships – at home: Purple- The liturgical color for our seasons of preparation and reflection (Advent, Lent); FOCUS: “Making God present in our everyday lives”

Home Devotional Site: LOGOS Family Newsletter

Provisions for:

• Prayers for the home
• Seasonal liturgies and tools (i.e. Advent wreaths, Lenten disciplines for the home)
• Ideas for spiritual formation within the family (i.e. community service opportunities)
• "Faith Chest” at baptism OR Great gift for any occasion
  • The Faith Chest is a chest container supplied with a candle holder for the Baptismal candle, a votive candle, a worship cloth, a copy of “The Blessing Cup” (a book of home liturgies), a goblet (a blessing cup), a lullaby CD, and special prayers. Each item is presented at baptisms by a representative of the presenting groups.
  • Items can be purchased individually as gifts for god-children, family members or any occasion. Most items can be purchased in St. John's Bookstore.
    

Family Nights - Quarterly: 3rd Friday of the Month (school year schedule - summer events vary)

A time of fun, a meal, fellowship, spiritual formation

NEXT GATHERING: POOL PARTY Monday, June 28 - 5:30-9:00

       Alma Water Park - Private Party

       5:30 - Pot-luck dinner in the Pavilion

       7:00-9:00 In the pool area

       Cost: $20.00/family - $10.00/individual;

              Cost based on 10 families/may be less if more attend.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED - Confirmed with

Submit to office or to Jeannie McCabe

Open to the whole parish - FRIENDS WELCOME!!!