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SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART:
Picture this: You come flying in the door from a friend's house, and all you can think of doing is getting to the TV because your favorite show is just about to start. Homework's done, chores are done enough--there's nothing stopping you! You take the long way through the kitchen to grab a cold glass of milk. And there, sitting at the table, is your older brother (just substitute another family member if you don't have an older brother). He actually looks like he's been crying--and you've never seen him cry. He doesn't even respond to you entering the room. Do you:
a. Say, "Hey, crybaby! Want your baby bottle?"
b. Tiptoe through, hoping he won't say anything so you can get to your TV show?
c. Stop and ask him, gently, what's going on?
Well--we know you're not dumb, and you know the last answer is the "good" one. But, really, which is the one you would probably do?
The reality is: We all have needs--all the time. Some people are better at hiding them (so, for example, it might be more of a challenge to figure out what your dad's needs are). And some people have a crazy idea that having other people help them means they're weak. But most people, most of the time, really love it when people notice their needs--you sure do!
If your mom's had a long and tiring day and you still expect her to wait on you like a servant, you're not noticing her needs. If your dad has had to work around the house the last three weekends, and his need to clean out the garage for your mom's new storage plan is keeping him from the football game on TV he really wanted to watch, volunteer to help him get it done quickly!
When you notice needs people have and do what you can to meet those needs, you can make such a huge positive difference in your family!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 1st---Steubenville Balance Due. For all those joining us for the trip to Atlanta in June, the balance for your trip is overdue!!! You have until Tuesday at 4:00pm to contact Alison with payment or make arrangements for a payment schedule or your spot will be cancelled. Need to know your fundraising balance or how much you still owe for the trip? Email Alison (alison@holyfamilyclemmons.com).
May 7th---Middle & High School Drop-In: Mother's Day Project. Join us as we celebrate our mother's and make something special for them in honor of Mother's Day. We will meet in the Youth Building from 6:00-7:30pm.
May 9th---Confirmation. Join us as we celebrate the youth who will be celebrating full initiation into the Church through the Sacrament of Confirmation. Mass begins at 7:00pm with Bishop Jugis presiding. Join us after Mass for a cake and punch reception celebrating the newly Confirmed!
May11th---Youth Mass. Join us for the last Youth Mass of the school year at 12:30pm.
May 14th---High School Drop-In: Confirmation Party. Join us as we celebrate the youth who were recently confirmed. We will meet in the Picnic Shelter from 6:00-7:30pm.
May 15th---2008-2009 YAC Applications Due. For more information, see the "Other Announcements" section below.
QUOTABLES:
"Families are like fudge--mostly sweet with a few nuts."
~Author Unknown
"In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future."
~Alex Haley
FORGETTABLE FACT:
The Atlantic Ocean is saltier than the Pacific Ocean.
OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS:
*Have ideas for Youth events and service opportunities? Want to give input on activities and calendars? Then apply to be a member of the Youth Advisory Council. This is open to all youth who will be in Middle or High School in the 2008-2009 Academic Year. Applications are available here or from the Office of Youth Ministry. Completed applications are due no later than May 15, 2008. Questions? Contact Alison
PARTING SHOT:
Those who get too big for their britches will be exposed in the end.
