The spiritual life of our parish will grow as children of ours move forward in their lives as Christians. Through the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation, they are further initiated into the Faith and Christ’s Church. These sacraments are Sacraments of initiation. Confirmation, along with Baptism, brings us further into the priesthood of Jesus Christ and makes us responsible to live Christian lives that speak out of God’s love and service.

Every time any one of us receives the Eucharist we are saying yes to God and therefore are initiated into His life, not just the first time we receive it. This most central sacrament of the Church that Jesus founded upon Peter connects us to the Triune God and to each other. Thus, as the children now come to the Lord in the reception of the Holy Eucharist and Confirmation, our bonds grow by their membership in the Church. We add more people to those who already worship and celebrate the Lord Jesus Christ. We all grow.

Parents and children, congratulations on achieving this milestone in your lives as Christian Families. You as families put forth much effort to come to this day.

In all cases, I implore you to continue forming your children in the Faith. Continue with the family studies at home through to the year they will receive Confirmation. And then continue on using other Faith Formation offerings in the parish. Moreover, all of you MUST participate in the Sunday Liturgy every Sunday throughout the year, Summertime too. You as adult parents must continue to educate yourselves in the faith as well. Take turns participating in Scripture Sharing Thursday evenings at 7:00PM.

May the Lord’s blessing of Peace be on our whole parish on this most special day!