St. John’s Day

by | Dec 28, 2008 | Advent and Christmas, Cake Decorating, Liturgical Year, Saints | 6 comments

Today was the feast of St. John the Apostle. St. John was one of the sons of Zebedee, or “sons of thunder,” and the apostle “whom Jesus loved.”

Since St. John is often symbolized with an eagle, we made an Eagle Cake for dessert. It was super easy and so much fun to make. My children loved it!


God our Father, you have revealed the mysteries of your Word through John the apostle. By prayer and reflection may we come to understand the wisdom he taught. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

6 Comments

  1. Regina
    Regina on December 28, 2008 at 4:03 pm

    love the eagle, and your sons (drawing a blank on his ‘name’) jammies
    r

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  2. Catholicfitmom
    Catholicfitmom on December 29, 2008 at 4:50 am

    Love the cake.. my husband would love me to know how to bake this type of cake for his lovely eagle fan that he is (football that is).

    God bless.. your boy is just too cute!

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  3. Christine
    Christine on December 29, 2008 at 3:36 pm

    Loved your Christmas pics. also. Sweet little guy. He has nice eyes like his sister…blue!

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  4. Marci
    Marci on December 30, 2008 at 1:41 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE the cake, and Rascals eager look to devour it.
    Blessings~
    J+M+J

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  5. Aubrey
    Aubrey on December 30, 2008 at 8:58 pm

    Happy feast day!

    Reply
  6. A
    A on December 30, 2008 at 10:07 pm

    What a cool cake!

    Reply

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