The Franciscan sisters of Greenwood joined St. Francis of Assisi “Newly forming” Secular Franciscans who gathered Sunday for an Advent prayer service, food and fun.
The Angelus was the theme Karen used for the inspiring prayer service.
All reflected on the events of that first Advent.
Sister Kathleen accompanied us on the keyboard.
A delicious potluck followed the Prayer Service with laughter and fun.
A beautiful table appeared with everyone’s contributions.
The Sisters and Seculars enjoyed their Franciscan time together.
Then came “Dirty Santa” and more fun!
So what does this little package hold?
Sister Kathleen explores folded up newspaper!
Oh, a beautiful wooden piece St. Francis and the wolf of Gubbio.
“Trust in the Lord”! Please don’t take it from me!
After the “taking of gifts” that comes in the Dirty Santa fun there remained one gift to open.
A gift to the Fraternity of a small statue of the Secular Franciscans patrons; St. Louis and St. Elizabeth on either side of St. Francis.
It is a mutual blessing for the Secular Franciscans and for our Sisters in Greenwood to celebrate Jesus’ presence with-us together! I’m sure St. Francis is smiling!
God Bless your work and all the lives you touch.
Thank you Cindy. God bless you too!