Divine Mercy Sunday

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion,

have mercy on us & on the whole world.

Starting on Good Friday, our family always prays the Divine Mercy novena.  It's a simple & wonderful prayer that Darren really introduced me to before we were even married.  Now it holds a special place in our family.  We prayed a chaplet everyday & I even made that cute little novena counter that everyone has been showing lately.  Mine wasn't quite as pretty but definitely motivational!  Last year we prayed it each Wednesday with our GodTeens, so all of our kids have caught on.  One night when Andrew & Darren were gone for some Cub Scout fun, Teresa even led it for Rebecca & me!  Pretty cool.

 When the novena was complete, we celebrated with Divine Mercy sundaes.  ;)

Resurrection Preschool

Rebecca hosted Friends Preschool the week after Easter. We made resurrection rolls...one of our favorites. While they were baking we read Easter stories, sang Easter songs, & enjoyed some fruity bunnies. ;)
The kids each made a Divine Mercy "statue" that they could have for Divine Mercy Sunday. We talked about how God will always forgive us if we are truly sorry. They thought that was pretty amazing.

Also in celebration, we played a game of Candyland. It was hilarious to watch them police each other! I always love to see what they pick for show & tell. Here Isaiah is pulling out his frog & his bunny Cinnamon. They anxiously await their turn only to end up mostly speechless half the time. But it's awesome! This has been such a great experience for her. She's made such sweet little buddies & I think she's ready to dive into "real preschool" no problem.

Jesus, I trust in You

For the sake of His Sorrowful Passion,

have mercy on us & on the whole world!