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As we entered the cry room at Church, another family came in later. It happened to be an old high school classmate my husband knew. They shook hands and introduced each other’s families. The other family had 3 little children and we had 2 of our own.

Then his high school classmate commented, “Don’t expect a ‘Spiritual Time’. You know what I mean.”

As the mass proceeded, his kids had crayons and coloring books that kept them busy. There was the occasional ‘redirecting’ or ‘refereeing’ going on. My kids on the other hand just wanted to run around the cry room. (Makes me wonder if my kids have 6 adrenal glands…)

Then another mother and son came in. The son was about my son’s age and they “clicked” right away and ran around in the cry room. The other mother and my husband and I were struggling from keeping our kids from distracting others during mass in the cry room.

Does this look familiar to you?

There are many ways to deal with this. One of my husband’s cousins would go to mass separately (i.e. Dad went to the 10 am mass and Mom would go to the 5 pm mass). Another way is to use the cry room (with the potential of something like the above happening). Others have a church “day care” where they would watch your kids for an hour.

My husband and I go to the cry room. Because we like going to mass together. Sometimes it goes well. Most of the time it doesn’t.

And so to help focus on the mass, I reflect on the Sunday readings in advance. It’s kinda like reading a class topic before attending the lecture.

So if you’re in the same boat, you might find this website helpful. Especially if you’re a parent because some of the reflections are based on my experience with our family. (Yes, you are not alone!)

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Gratia Gratius Faciens

September 25, 2016September 25, 2016 · Leave a comment ·

When the poor man died, he was carried away by angels to the bosom of Abraham.    Luke 16:22 Reflection was based on this Sunday’s readings. It was very stressful last … Continue reading Gratia Gratius Faciens

Bee Smart

Bee Smart

September 17, 2016September 17, 2016 · 7 Comments ·

“No servant can serve two masters…” Luke 16:13 Reflection was based on this Sunday’s readings. When you’re under stress and something irritates you, how do you react? When temptation comes … Continue reading Bee Smart

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Anyway

September 10, 2016September 10, 2016 · 16 Comments ·

“While he was still a long way off, his father caught sight of him, and was filled with compassion.  He ran to his son, embraced him and kissed him.” Luke 15:20 Reflection … Continue reading Anyway

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These Hands

September 3, 2016September 3, 2016 · 29 Comments ·

“May the favor of the Lord our God be ours.  Prosper the work of our hands! Prosper the work of our hands!” Psalm 90:17 Reflection was based on this Sunday’s … Continue reading These Hands

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The Paradox

August 27, 2016August 27, 2016 · 20 Comments ·

As water quenches a flaming fire, so almsgiving atones for sins.  Sirach 3:30 Reflection was based on this Sunday’s readings. Have you read the book (or seen the movie) “Heaven … Continue reading The Paradox

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Without Anonymity

August 20, 2016August 20, 2016 · 27 Comments ·

“Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I tell you, will attempt to enter but will not be strong enough.”  Luke 13:24 Reflection was based on this Sunday’s … Continue reading Without Anonymity

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Hearts on Fire

August 13, 2016 · 36 Comments ·

“I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!” Luke 12:49 Reflection was based on this Sunday’s readings. During my third year … Continue reading Hearts on Fire

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