Bird Watching
Bird watching is a very enjoyable hobby and one which the whole family can enjoy. The best place to start bird watching is in your own backyard. Set the garden up to be bird friendly so your family can sit and enjoy watching birds any time they like. Here are some ideas:
You may be surprised just how many species you see. (Jesus mentions sparrows in today’s Gospel; see if you can spot one!) You can also make a game of it and offer a prize to the first person who can spot 5 different birds.
Prayer Against Fear
Invite each family member to think of something that may be causing them anxiety or fear and to bring it before Jesus in this prayer.
Lord Jesus, draw near to me now and hear my prayer.
Lord, you know my heart and my innermost thoughts.
You see the struggle within me and the battle between mind and heart.
I ask you, O Lord, please release me from this fear.
Let me bask in your Holiness and remain calm, knowing that you are Lord and Savior.
You died for my sins, and you will never abandon me.
Send your Spirit upon me to comfort me and give me peace.
I thank you for your everlasting love. Amen.
What color did the priest wear at Mass today? When was the last time you saw the priest wear this same color? What does the color change signify?
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