"A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance" (Ecclesiastes 3:4)

Sing: Give thanks with a grateful Heart

When families use rituals to mark life’s significant events— births, deaths, birthdays, sicknesses, weddings, first days of school, graduation days, ethnic traditions, job transitions, family reunions, holy days, and holidays— children learn to recognize the sacred dimension of life. They learn to celebrate that God’s love is present always and everywhere. By gathering daily as a family to share meals and stories, we help children celebrate the ordinary events of life. 

Celebrating Holidays and Special Occasions