Posts Tagged ‘holy week’
Holy Saturday
Today should be tons of fun. Some neighbors are gathering for a little brunch and Easter egg hunt. Can I just say again how much we love our neighborhood? Yes, I can. I suspect we’ll spend the rest of the day resting, spending time as a family and preparing for the big celebration tomorrow. Easter…
Read MoreGood Friday
Last year, we tried something a little different and our plan is to do it again this year. Friday morning we usually start with hard labor. Because Scott works for the Catholic Church, he always gets Good Friday and Holy Monday off work. Little perk for working for God. At any rate, it’s always the…
Read More4th Graders are Awesome
Well, to be even more specific, the fourth graders at my childrens’ school are awesome. Today, they reenacted the events that took place in the Garden of Gethsemane, with a twist. They did the reenactment from the perspective of the disciples, showing what they might’ve been dreaming about during the hours when Jesus had asked…
Read MoreHoly (Maundy) Thursday
Oh, I don’t know about you, but this week just feels different. Mostly in a good way. I have so many blog posts floating around in my noggin. So many crazy, wonderful, heart-changing things have happened in the last week. I find that as no coincidence. Next week. Next week. Today is all about the foot…
Read MoreChrism Mass
Tuesday marks a big day in the Catholic Church. During the Chrism Mass, every priest in our diocese renews his priestly vows and all the oils used throughout the year (baptism, confirmation and annointing of the sick) are blessed and distributed. If you have never been to this Mass, I highly recommend going. Unless, of…
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