In this lesson your child was introduced to the Holy Family--Jesus,
Mary, and Joseph. Family life has changed significantly
in the past years. The size of families and the way
families live together varies greatly. In spite of these
changes, we can still look to the Holy Family as a model
of persons who lived together in faith and cared for one
another. The Catholic Church refers to the family as the
"domestic church"--the first and most
significant place where the child is nurtured in faith.
During the week point out to your child similarities between the
things your family does for one another and how the Holy
Family might have acted. Together go over the Faith
Summary on page 107.
Time Together
Have your child draw a picture of your family on page 107. Then gather your family and pray this
prayer.
Thank You, God, for our family. Help us to be like the Holy Family
and work together with love.
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