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January 5, 2025

It is that time of year when we reflect on the ways in which we can become better versions of ourselves. We can consider eating less, drinking less, exercising more, etc. But what if this year we decide to work harder at attaining eternity with our Lord. There are so many little things that one can add to your routine that would bring you closer to God and His promise for eternal life with Him. As parents, it is our obligation to make sure that we raise our children with the knowledge that we must be Christlike in our behavior and attitude. Here are a few examples of ways that you and your family can grow closer to God. Plan to attend Mass as a family each week. Gather as a family and pray the rosary at least once a week. Let each family member lead a decade. Tune into Steve Angrisano’s Divine Mercy Chaplet every Monday on Facebook. He sings it and it is beautiful. Consider the Corporal Works of Mercy and put one or more into action throughout the year. Remember, through baptism, we are tasked to live our lives in a way that those around us can see Christ’s light shine through us. Let’s all vow to do our best to allow Christ’s light to shine.

Here’s a reminder of the little things we can all do to make a difference in someone’s life each day:
· Make Someone Smile—Monday
· Treat Someone with a Compliment—Tuesday
· Worship with Vigor—Wednesday
· Thank the Lord—Thursday
· Forgive Others—Friday
· Surprise a Loved One—Saturday
· Sing at Mass—Sunday (If you are a Saturday Mass family, swap Saturday and Sunday

Upcoming Events
· Wednesday, January 8—5:15-7:00 back to FFF after the holidays.
· Sunday, January 12—11:00-12:30 Youth Group Sharing the Good News.
· Sunday, January 19—Donut Sunday/Youth Sunday after 8:00 and 10:00 Masses. ALL YOUTH get a FREE Donut! Donations help defray the cost of sending our high school youth to National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in November 2025.
· Sunday, January 19 – 9:30 – all 5th and 6th graders are welcome to come and practice and then sing in the choir at the 10:00 Mass. We will be offering this opportunity to all 5th & 6th graders on the third Sunday of each month for the remainder of the school year.

Questions or comments, please call Michele Haggerty, DRE at (816) 210-8223 or (573) 365-2241 ext. 4.