Thursday, November 27, 2014

BEATITUDES FOR NURTURING CHURCH VOCATIONS IN THE FAMILY

Shared by Brother John Samaha, S.M.

Author unknown.

J.M.J.





Blessed are the children of parents who . . .

Witness love for their spouse, their children, their neighbor, and the world.

Talk freely about the presence of God in the joys and sorrows of their lives.

Remind their children that they are loved by God and have been given gifts to serve others.

Lead their family in prayer.

Speak positively about Sisters, Brothers, priests, and deacons.

Participate in the lay ministries and activities of their parish and community.

+  Invite a deacon, priest, Brother, or Sister to their home.

Encourage their children to consider priesthood and religious life as well as marriage.