We are commited to making sacred scripture more meaningful for our children by providing a separate celebration of the Liturgy of the Word. The format used is the same that's followed in the main church assembly with readings, responses, Gospel and prayers of the faithful. The difference is the accompanying music and the prayers are age appropriate and the readings are taken from the children's lectionary.
The basic premise is that children have the right to hear God's word in language more easily understood by them. This enables the stories to become more alive and more meaningful to the children. The leaders emphasize that God's word has special meaning for everyone and "break open" the word of God with the children.
It is offered during the 8:45 a.m. English Mass and 1:15 p.m. Spanish Mass on Sundays.
The experience of sharing scriptures witha child is one that touches the hearts of both participants. The opportunity to do that on a regular basis si the foundation of this particular liturgical ministry. Interested? Please contact Beth at the rectory.
