Ideas about religion, different religions, beliefs and community activities.
My Daughter Missed Mass on Holy Thursday?As you know, this week is holy week. Does anyone know if my daughter should go to confession if she missed mass on Holy Thursday? I told her it would be longer than usual (as Holy Thursday masses are an hour longer) and she had refused to go. She claimed the reason was "I'm tired" which is not a good reason to miss mass.
The Old Family Bible EssaysMany families have a big leather-bound Bible that has been passed down through the generations. Births, deaths, weddings and other special events were often documented here. This page contains essays about the old family Bible.
Color for Peace in the Bible?What is the color for peace in the Bible?
Support for Another Thriftyfun Member?One of our fellow TF members Sandi (Poor but Proud) has been giving of herself for several months now caring for her sister-in-law Patty who has been suffering from the ravages of cancer. Please send your prayers up for them.
The Festival of Lights: Why We Celebrate...Two of my best friends are Jewish. I have known both of them for a great many years, and even though I am a Christian, I have enjoyed celebrating with them for Hanukkah and Passover. I give you a brief history of the holiday, Hanukkah.
Link: Christian FreebiesThis is a Christian freebie site that is great: www.christianfreebies.com
Draw Your PrayersI just read of a wonderful way to pray. Draw your prayer. Draw what you see as the problem and then draw how you see God resolving it. I think this would be a wonderful way to teach children to pray. All kids love to draw.
Need Help With Creating Clever Flyer For Church Invitation?I'm looking for some clever words to use on a flyer, inviting parents at our grade school to a coffee/donut get together after mass on first Fridays.
Did I See an Angel?Once again I need your thoughts and wisdom. My mother has cancer. She is near the end of her chemotherapy. I asked God to send me a sign to let me know if she's going to be ok. The next night while stargazing I saw what I'm sure was a white angel fly over our house.
