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All Saints Day Ruminations
2003 When my older children were little, we were very active in our local Catholic homeschool group. Each year, we would have a wonderful All Saints’ Potluck Party for all of the children, young and old. We would all eat and then the children would play various games. Towards the end of the evening the children…
Read MoreCamp St. Cecilia
Last month, my older children were blessed to be able to participate in our parish’s camps. Our assistant pastor did a great job organizing the camp. Patrick came home excited to share that he knew the Eight Beatitudes. He and Theresa are still having fun quizzing each other on various things they learned like the…
Read MoreCorpus Christi Procession 2015
On June 7, we participated in our parish’s Corpus Christi procession. I am so thankful for Fr. Saguto and all that he has done in founding our parish. Towards the end of the video, you will be able to see how the Latin Mass is flourishing in our area (this doesn’t include all of the…
Read MoreThe Mass Rock in the Glen
In a lonely mountain valley in the county of Tyrone Lies one of Ireland’s Mass Rocks deserted and unknown The few who write historic tales or wield the poet’s pen Can say with pride I knelt beside the Mass Rock in the glen. I’m proud that I am mountain bred this is my native place…
Read MoreBusy September Daybook
Outside my window The sun is setting. Planes are flying overhead and the branches of the trees are swaying with the gentle breeze. I am wearing a denim skirt, a brown t-shirt, and a fleur-de-lis flexi clip. In the kitchen I am so thankful to a friend and fellow parishioner who has been giving us…
Read MoreFinnian’s First Holy Communion
Ready to leave for Mass During the weeks leading up to Finnian’s First Holy Communion, he was bubbling over with excitement. On Mother’s Day, he came to me and said, “Happy Mother’s Day to you, Mommy, and happy quizzing day to me.” Fr. S. and Fr. V. were going to be quizzing the First Commumion…
Read MoreSt. Nicholas’ Visit
On Sunday, St. Nicholas visited our parish. St. Nicholas began by telling the children a story from his life. Then, he asked some of the children catechism questions. When Patrick volunteered to answer one of the questions, I couldn’t help but think about a previous visit from St. Nicholas. My tall little boy has learned…
Read MoreParish Picnic
Time to Eat Have I ever mentioned that we belong to an awesome parish? The Mass is focused on Christ, our pastor and assistant pastor care about our souls, there are lots of children, and we have fun together. Three-Legged Race On the Feast of the Nativity of Mary, our parish hosted its annual picnic.…
Read MoreFirst Holy Communion
On Sunday, May 6, Patrick was delighted to receive his First Holy Communion. With Theresa’s and my help, he had been patiently preparing at home since September and in our parish’s First Communion class since January. As the day got closer, we used Preparing for My First Holy Communion and Patrick carefully contemplated what he would offer to…
Read MoreBaptism
On Mary’s day, the first Saturday in May, after Patrick’s First Confession, Mass, and his First Holy Communion practice, our pastor baptized Kieran. Much to my joy, Kieran’s baptism was followed by our pastor consecrating him to the Blessed Virgin Mary. May Our Blessed Mother always protect and watch over Kieran! Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that…
Read MoreCelebrating Easter
Growing up, I fell in love with the Christmas Midnight Mass and the Easter Vigil. This weekend, I fell in love with the Holy Thursday Mass and the Good Friday services, too. My family and I are blessed to be parishioners at a Fraternity of St. Peter parish. This year, our pastor, Fr. Saguto, had…
Read MoreAll Saints Day Photos – Finally!
Finnian trying on his St. Dominic de Guzman, O.P. costume. All Saints Day Cupcakes of the North American Martyrs (parish patrons) made by Catherine. Saint-O-Lantern: St. Jean Vianney’s profile carved by my husband. A very happy St. Isaac Jogues St. Isidore’s Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkin Roll (thank you, Jessica, for the idea) St. Francis of Assisi…
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