HOW GOD CREATED FATHERS
GOD took
the STRENGTH of a mountain,
the NOBILITY of a tree,
the GENEROUS soul of nature,
the COMFORTING arm of night,
the WISDOM of the ages,
the JOY of a fresh morning,
the FAITH of a mustard seed,
the PATIENCE of eternity,
and added ENDURING LOVE
to create FATHERS.
“Stand, now, Joseph,
as guide for fathers everywhere,
as inspiration for each of us
who look to you for blessing.
Teach us the way of fidelity and unconditional love.”
– Sr. Mary Catherine Walton, SSJ
The Parish Staff Wishes All Dads
A Blessed And Happy Father’s Day!
We give our thanks, Creator God, for the fathers in our lives.
Fatherhood does not come with a manual, and reality teaches us that some fathers excel while others fail.
We ask for Your blessings for them all and forgiveness where it is needed.
This Father’s Day we remember the many sacrifices fathers make for their children and families, and the ways–both big and small–they lift children to achieve dreams thought beyond reach.
So too, we remember all those who have helped fill the void when fathers pass early or are absent; grandfathers and uncles, brothers and cousins, teachers, pastors and coaches and the women of our families.
For those who are fathers, we ask for wisdom and humility in the face of the task of parenting. Give them the strength to do well by their children and by You.
In Your Holy name, O God, we pray.
Amen.
– Rev. Chuck Currie