There are seemingly endless books written about what makes a happy family. Some themes emerge when you spend some time looking through them. Among the most popular are these:
Spend time as a family at a meal, and do so at a regular time, whether weekly, monthly, or daily. Spend the time without electronic communication.
Make family rituals important, even if they only happen once a year. Make sure everyone knows the importance of the ritual by telling the story often.
Accept each family member as they are, and don’t expect them to live up to your lofty expectations. Make everyone feel welcome.
Look for ways for your family to help those most in need, especially ones you may know. Encourage each other to pray for those in need.
Recognize that your family is best when it is together and try to be together more often than apart. Family bonds are forever.
You can accomplish everything on the list above by regularly worshiping together with us here in Precious Blood Parish. Each time we celebrate Eucharist all five things listed above take place. Try and join us more, maybe even invite a friend.
God bless you all, may your New Year be filled with peace.
