St. Mary Catholic Church Solon, Iowa
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Journey with Jesus

Let the Children Come to Me


Children's Liturgy of the Word
at 8:30 & 10:30 Masses: Feb 24-Apr 7
​for 4-8year olds

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What is Journey With Jesus (Children's Liturgy of the Word)?
After the opening prayers, the priest invites the children forward to send them forth for their own special  "Liturgy of the Word" in an designated room in our hall.  They pray the psalms, hear the Gospel, participate in an interactive reflection on the Gospel,  reciting the Creed and sharing in the Prayers of the Faithful.  They come for the offertory procession and rejoin their parents. 

What are the benefits of having a Children's Liturgy?
While the adults hear the word of God proclaimed and the homily helps them reflect upon its meaning for their lives, the children also listen to God's word and ponder its meaning, but in a way designed especially for them, allowing them to respond in a way relevant to their young lives.          

What if I am interested in leading Children’s Liturgy? 
We welcome those who are interested in serving in this role!  Leaders for Journey With Jesus will be assigned to the Mass time convenient for their families.  They will be schedule approximately one time every three-five weeks, depending on number of volunteers. Training is provided to help you understand and lead children through the various parts of their Liturgy of the Word.  Materials are provided online, to easily prepare at home when it is your Saturday/Sunday to lead.  For more information:  laingmeg@gmail.com 


LEADING 
Journey With Jesus

CLICK HERE 
for the current schedule,
​to sign-up or swap dates
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REPARING for the Upcoming Gospel:


(1) CLICK on the date you are preparing for and prayerfully read through the Psalm & Gospel.
(We do not use the 1st and 2nd readings.)



(2)  CLICK on the date you are preparing for, then on "Grades 1-3" and read "Making the Connection." Record reflection and activity ideas in your planning booklet.


RESOURCES: 
Click HERE for the step-by step outline of leading a Journey with Jesus Session.

For more information:  
laingmeg@gmail.com ​





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  • Home
  • Contribute Online
  • Weekly Bulletin
  • About Us
    • History
    • Tour of Church & Parish Hall
    • Our Pastor
    • Staff
    • Pastoral Council
    • Mission Statement
    • Harvest Festival
  • New Members
  • Parish Ministries
    • Culture of Life >
      • Culture of Life Events
    • Church Life
    • Stewardship
    • Faith Formation >
      • K-6th Grade
      • First Communion & Reconciliation
      • 7th Grade
      • 8th & 9TH Grade Confirmation
      • High School | Youth Group
      • Adult Faith Formation
      • Vacation Bible School
    • Family Life
    • Parish Nurse Ministries
    • Social Action
    • Finance Council
    • Worship & Spirituality
    • Helping Hands
    • Knights of Columbus
    • Order of Forestors
  • Prayer & Sacraments
    • Sacraments >
      • First Communion
    • Mass Ministries & Schedule
    • Prayer & Faith Resources
    • Church Seasons & Celebrations
  • Marriage & Family
    • Marriage
    • Troubled Marriages and Divorced
    • Fathers
    • Mothers
    • Children
    • Parents of Young Children
    • Parents of Teens & Preteens
    • Grandparents
  • Links
    • Catholic Lane
    • Vatican
    • Mass Times for Travelers
    • Catechism
    • New American Bible
    • On the Culture
    • Human Dignity
    • United States Bishops
    • Diocese of Davenport