Joint Faith Formation Ministry

As you work on your crucifix watercolor, say a prayer for those in your life that need your prayers.  Display your watercolor somewhere in your home that is visible for everyone.  Each time you walk by it, remember those you prayed for on this day.  Feel free to use the enclosed Family Prayer Journal as a way to remember all those you’d like to pray for in the coming weeks.

 

The practice of fasting is intended to help us make room for Jesus in our hearts.  Fasting from something can bring us closer to Jesus if we allow him to take the place of something else in our lives.  Too much candy, too many video games, too much time in front of the TV – too much of anything can get in the way of a relationship with Jesus.  He wants more than anything to have a relationship with YOU…..will you answer his invitation?
 

The Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us that almsgiving is “a witness to fraternal charity” and a “work of justice pleasing to God”.  In this season of Lent, we especially call to mind those who are less fortunate.  Is there a way we can provide for those who do not have enough money to provide for their basic needs?  If we do not have money to give, do we have time to serve?  Is there something you can do in your family to serve someone else today?