The parish is the presence of the Church in any given territory, an environment for hearing God’s word, for growth in Christian life, for dialogue, proclamation, charitable outreach, worship and celebration.” (Pope Francis) Every parish in the Catholic Church has its own unique identity, charism, and flavor. There are no two parishes that are exactly the same. A Catholic calls a parish his or her home because it is a good “fit” for the individual. It is a place where the spiritual needs of the person are met, and those belonging to the parish are a true family offering love and support, and helping to build up one another as members of the Mystical Body of Christ.
I very much enjoyed your description and experience of Parish life. In all my years, I too have found the Family of God, where we as members of the One Body of Christ, journey together to our Heavenly destination. Having set all of my secular values aside, I now realize that 'being first' is not important; or being acknowledged for achievement, is not it's own reward; and that true leadership is in serving others, even gratifying. Thank you for putting the Parish life into such a marvelous light. You are Blessed, and I'm so glad you share that blessing with others. It's a good chapter on putting life back into perspective! Blessings on your journey Homeward bound young lady! In Jesus...
I very much enjoyed your description and experience of Parish life. In all my years, I too have found the Family of God, where we as members of the One Body of Christ, journey together to our Heavenly destination. Having set all of my secular values aside, I now realize that 'being first' is not important; or being acknowledged for achievement, is not it's own reward; and that true leadership is in serving others, even gratifying. Thank you for putting the Parish life into such a marvelous light. You are Blessed, and I'm so glad you share that blessing with others. It's a good chapter on putting life back into perspective! Blessings on your journey Homeward bound young lady! In Jesus...