Learn from the Children

Greetings,

As the procession was leaving church I noticed that all the little kids in the parish were at the ends of the pews intently watching the altar servers as they walked pass with the Processional Cross and the Candles.  They knew that there was something special in the procession.  This was something the adults were not doing.   The adults were either looking at their hymnal and singing, or they were just looking forward.  I didn't see any adults watch the procession.

Participation in the liturgy is not just listening to readings and singing songs.  It is being aware of all the liturgical actions and what is happening.  It is watching the processions, standing, kneeling, looking at the altar, it is being aware with all your senses to the presence of God in prayer.

A HELPFUL DEVOTION:  As the procession pass by turn towards the CROSS as it goes past and make a head bow recognizing that we are saved by the Cross of Jesus Christ.  This is a long standing Catholic devotion, and since we belong to Holy Cross Parish, recognizing the cross of Christ is very important.

The children watch the procession, so should we.   I will be watching to see if anyone makes a head bow to the cross.

peace