Dear Friends,
Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR (Franciscan Friars of The Renewal) has offered 6 Challenges for Catholics to rethink how we go to Mass. I really think they are helpful; so, as a result, my bulletin column this weekend isn’t really mine. Here are the 6 challenges:
- Arrive 10 minutes earlyto pray and prepare your heart for Mass.
- Leave your phone in the carand enter church free from distractions.
- Read the Scripture readings before Massto participate more deeply.
- After receiving Holy Communion, close your eyes (once you’re back in your pew!) and remain in prayeruntil the priest says, “Let us pray.”
- Stay after Mass for a few minutesto make a prayer of thanksgiving.
- Speak to at least one personbefore leaving, helping to build parish community.
God bless you all!
Fr. John
