-
-
A response of St Paul Parish in the face of the coronavirus crisis
United in prayer
In these days when as a society we are facing such a unique challenge, we need to trust and be in the presence of God in a special way. God allows crises for many reasons. One of them is to draw us closer to Him, with humility and trust.
An incredible opportunity
We have a great opportunity to reflect and meditate, to accompany Jesus in Lent in a more conscious way, to have quality conversations with our friends, family members, to pray together as a family. We want to make of this crisis something truly extraordinary.
-
-
Examples of spiritual offerings
-
Examples of offerings everyone can use
Obedience
- Not touching my face
- Covering my mouth with my shoulder or elbow when coughing
- Humbly obeying the rules set by my State or Government
- Not leaving my place if it's not completely necessary
Family and personal life- Spending time with my children
- Not fighting with others, specially my siblings
- Avoiding "I told you" reproach.
- Offering an act of generosity / A surrender
- Giving a smile when is hard for me to do so
- Forgiving someone
- Fasting of something I like: soda, dessert, tv, video games, etc. …
Apostolate- Calling people whom I know are alone. Listening to them and encouraging them, and if possible helping them
- Dedicate time to study and learn more about the Bible
- Reading a spiritual book
- Proposing to engage in faith formation with my family or friends; meeting online
Prayer- Praying the Holy Rosary together as a Family
- Praying and thanking for the service of all Health practitioners and scientists who are looking for a cure
- Not getting carried away by despair. When feeling overwhelmed, trustingly pray to the Blessed Mother: "Blessed Mother, I know that you are Mother and Queen”
- Assisting daily online Mass through the social networks
-
