Today's Memorial of Sts. Joachim and Anne is making me very aware of the debt we owe to our grandparents who, for the most part, had a more difficult struggle in some ways than we do, even if they lived "in the good old days". They stood fast in their faith, made sacrifices for their children and set the tone for the their families. In many instances they are doing the same for their grandchildren, walking the narrow bridge of non-interference and gentle hints while watching a different set of values emerge among their offspring.
Visiting a family with two young children has made me aware of the huge sacrifices of sleep and personal time parents go through seven days a week. Marvelous expressions of love and embracing of their roles as parents. feeding and forming patterns of good behavior in very strong-minded and independent children. The need for prayer, love, support, encouragement and offers to help with baby sitting has become very apparent to me. Let us all offer a prayer for families, parents and grandparents today.
Bro. Rene
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