Parents are mortified when their children act greedy in front of guests. We are constantly reminding our children to say, “Please” and “Thank You”. Gratitude is a virtue and like all virtues grows when we practice the virtue. In this age of consumerism and the “mecentered” focus of today’s culture, we must refrain from feelings of self-entitlement. Materialism and consumerism prevent us from enjoying and being appreciative of all that we have. We cannot think that we have a right to demand without giving anything in return and without giving thanks for all we are. Some ways to practice gratitude: Grace before all meals, Giving thanks to God for the many blessings we have, focusing on the good in our lives and the good in others, Not lamenting or complain about the things they do not have, and Appreciating others and the things they do for us to name a few. What are some ways your family can practice and grow in the virtue of gratitude.

A Year of Coming to Know God

What Reason tells us about God. When we talk about “reason” in this context, we’re talking about our natural human intelligence. Our ability to make observations and draw inferences from our common experiences. Reason can come to know that God exists in two ways: First: By looking at the external world. Second: By looking at the human person

WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY IS EXPANDING!

Our weekly Bible Study is expanding! Starting on Thursday October 13th we will offer TWO options for bible study. The first will be the 11:00am group at St. Francis Church in Nacca Hall. The second option will be 6:30pm at St. Mary’s Hall. The focus of the bible study is the upcoming Sunday readings. All are invited to attend! Contact the Faith Formation office if you have any questions.

Events this week: October

• 10- Confirmation Year 1 & 2, 6:30pm, St. Francis Church
• 12- RCIA/Adult Faith Formation, 6:30pm, St. John Bosco Faith Formation Center
• 13- Bible Study, 11:00am @ St. Francis OR 6:30pm @ St. Mary’s
• 16- Baptism Preparation for 1st Time Parents, 1:00pm, Office at St. Francis Church