Grand Parents Day

1. Confederación Internacional de Movimientos Familiares Cristianos
St. Joachim and St. Anne- The grandparents of
Jesus.
26 and 27 July - Feast
Grandparents make up a significant segment of the parishioners in
most churches

2. They provide tremendous
support to today’s families
and they are often among the
most willing workers in a
parish.
They are a valuable part
of family life and parish
life that is sometimes
taken for granted.
GRANDPARENT

3. 26. . Enlightened by Christ, suffering, injustice and the cross we
interpellate live as Church Samaritan (cf. Lk 10: 25-37), recalling
that "evangelization has always united to human development
and authentic Christian liberation" 20. We thank God and we
rejoice in faith, solidarity and joy, characteristics of our people
borne over time by grandmothers and grandfathers, mothers and
parents, catechists, prayermakers and many anonymous people
whose charity has kept hope amid the injustices and hardships
living.
GRANDPARENT

4. The weekend of July 26 and
27 is an opportune time to
recognize and affirm their
unique vocation with a
special blessing.
GRANDPARENT

5. God, our heavenly father (on this feast of St.
Joachim and St. Anne – the grandparents of
our Lord Jesus) we ask your blessing on
these grandparents gathered here today.
We recognize their treasured gifts to their
families and to the parish family.
They are valuable links,
between the past and the
present, passing on the family
stories and traditions.
GRANDPARENT BLESSING

6. May they be anchors
that provide stability and
a firm foundation.
May they be strong
models for their
families and for our
parish community.
GRANDPARENT BLESSING

7. Lord, bless and empower
these grandparents. Help
them share their distinct
gifts with their families and
all whom they encounter.
GRANDPARENT BLESSING
Keep them in your love. Give
them your joy and peace each day
so that they may always follow
your Son Jesus. Amen

8. THANKS TO THE GRANDPARENTS OF ICCFM
By the transmission of faith, the CFM Charisma and
for your support your sons, so they can succeed in
morals, values ​​and even in financial situations.
Organize and promote in your Group and your Parish
Go to celebrate the Grandparents day: 26 & 27 of July!