Sirach: 3:2-6, 12-14, Ps 128: 1-5; Col 3: 12-21, Luke 2: 22-40

kindness
to a father
comfort
to a mother
will not be
forgotten
a wife
a fruitful vine
children blessings
our family
clothed in heartfelt
mercy
kindness
humility
patience
we bear
with one another
forgive
one another
we put on
love
Christ’s peace
the prayer
of our heart
dedicated to
thankfulness
we sing
and give thanks
to God
and one another
in a world
of desperate need

Is God’s love the root of your family?
Does Christ’s peace reign in your heart?