For distance parishes and families; new families, experienced families, and those considering use of Family Formation
Dear Lord, You have given us the gift of our parishes as places to gather for worship, for passing on the Faith, and for multiplying our charitable efforts. (CCC 2179) At their best, a parish is an extension of the family where we inspire one another on our journey to heaven. Today we pray for all our distance parishes that each would be a model of the earliest Catholic communities (CCC 2178) as they meet to “rouse one another to love and good works.” (Hebrews 10:24) Our Lady, Seat of Wisdom, pray for them.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary …