March 19- 4th Sunday of Lent- Each Sunday in Lent, pray a Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary as a family to remind us of Jesus’ death and coming resurrection. Today, pray the third Sorrowful Mystery, The Crowning With Thorns.
Be sure to join us this evening from 4-6 PM in Marian Hall for our St. Joseph’s Day Celebration and Potluck Dinner! Bring a canned good to donate.
March 20- Solemnity of St. Joseph- Even though his feast day is March 19th, we celebrate him on the 20th this year since it fell on a Sunday! In the spirit of St. Joseph, find a way to serve others today.
March 21- Read a Saint story or watch a Saint story on Formed! There are many to choose from!
March 22- St. Lea of Rome was a fourth-century widow who left her wealth behind after the death of her husband. She entered consecrated life and attained great holiness through prayer. Take some time to talk about vocations and encourage your children to pray for priests and those in religious life.
March 23- St. Turibius of Mongrovejo was a missionary in Peru! Make a Peruvian dish in his honor or talk about what it means to be a missionary in our modern world
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March 24- St. Oscar Romero, Archbishop and Martyr, was a priest that was very outspoken against a corrupt government. He was martyred while performing Mass. Talk as a family about what it means to stand up for what is right and how you can be bold in your faith.
March 25- Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. In Sweden, this feast is known as “Vaffeldagen” or “Waffle Day!” Have waffles for a meal today and read Gabriel’s message to Mary in Luke 1: 26-38.