...our oldest son will receive his First Holy Communion. Please remember him in your prayers!He has been preparing for this day for a long time, and is so very excited!It may be awhile before I am able to share some photos, so here are a few video stills of Captain...
First Holy Communions
Yesterday was the day for First Holy Communions at our local parish! The Mass was just beautiful, and the First Holy Communicants were all glowing! I'm so glad that we were able to attend.I just loved how Father gave the children their First Holy Communion by...
From Thy Bounty Fair – First Communion Celebration
Do you have a child, or know a child, who will be receiving their First Holy Communion in the near future?Don't miss the first edition of From Thy Bounty over at Catholic Cuisine:First Communion CelebrationMary did a wonderful job, and I can't wait to check out all...
Preparing for First Holy Communion
Today Catholic Cuisine will be hosting its first From Thy Bounty Fair, with the theme of First Holy Communions.I am so excited to see all the posts, especially since our oldest will be receiving his First Holy Communion on the 31st of this month, at his Godfather's...
The Little Flower’s First Communion
As our oldest prepares to welcome Our Lord during his First Holy Communion at the end of this month, we have been reading various reflections of the saints, on their own First Communions.My favorite is (of course!) St. Thérèse's reflection. I thought I would take a...
A First Holy Communion Fair
We have decided to start a series of Fairs over at Catholic Cuisine titled From Thy Bounty. The theme for our very first fair will be First Holy Communions. It will be taking place on May 15th. We would like to invite everyone participate. So, if you have something to...
Prayer of Mothers
Father in heaven, grant me the grace to appreciate the dignity which you have conferred on me. Let me realize that not even the Angels have been blessed with such a privilege—to share in your creative miracle and bring new Saints to heaven. Make me a good mother to all my children after the example of Mary, the Mother of your Son. Through the intercession of Jesus and Mary I ask your continued blessings on my family. Let us all be dedicated to your service on earth and attain the eternal happiness of your kingdom in heaven. Amen.