In the hallways I can hear the children singing their thanksgiving as they sit together for lunch. We sing in chapel too, because singing is a custom in ours and in many religious traditions. Singing unites the bodies assembled and embeds words and concepts deeply in the mind and heart.

The children have already learned to enter the chapel with an age-appropriate level of reverence, looking, listening, and speaking to connect with God. We share stories and songs and are learning to pray together. For the younger classes, prayer is simple and led by a single voice. For the primary and Pre-K classes we pray the Lord’s Prayer so that they will learn it through the year.

When you join us for Family Chapel, it helps them if you fully participate by entering quietly and taking “it” in rather than connecting with friends. Sing with your children, learning the hand signs to make with them. Pray with them and settle into a moment of peace and belonging.

Fr. Michael and I look forward to welcoming you and appreciate the gift and blessing of worship each week with your little ones

Mother Ruth