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.