Create a Mary Garden
faith through flowers

Here are some questions to discuss while planning your garden:

• Will it be indoors, in the form of a potted plant?
• Will it be outdoors? New or added to an existing garden?
• How can we incorporate a photo or statue of Mary?
• What color flowers will we choose?
  • red = suffering
  • white = joy
  • yellow = glory

Here are some excerpts from Deacon Frank’s May 22nd article:

“Mary Gardens date back to the 7th  century... The election of herbs and plants   have an association with the  Blessed Mother and are more than  just   reminders of Mary: they tell stories… every  plant in the Mary Garden has  a meaning."

“A Mary garden is more than just a bunch  of plants... Like any garden, there is  an element of time invested in its growth and  development, and a Mary Garden affords the opportunity to reflect on the Blessed  Mother and her Son... when the flowers and herbs grow and fill the space, our  enjoyment of the scents and colors can draw us into completation. 

"Of course, the best part is showing off your  garden, and just like those medieval gardeners, sharing the Mary story that  each plant represents."

So... please take pics as your garden grows and we’ll let you know in a few weeks where to send them!

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 Mary Garden

Carry Your Catholic!

Our faith is MORE than just going to church on Sundays or praying at bedtime. We can TAKE OUR FAITH with us wherever we go! Do you wear a crucifix or a saint necklace orbracelet? Do you carry a crucifix, prayer card or booklet, Rosary beads or Bible in your backpack, purse, wallet or car? Well, if so, then you are CARRYING YOUR FAITH WITH YOU… which is the inspiration for this month’s Family Faith Project.

When you are out and about this summer take pictures of your faith item in that environment. Below are a few creative ideas to Carry your Catholic Faith with you, or come up with our own! 

• bring a book about saints to the park and read under a tree or on a bench
• each lunch outside and bring some holy family coloring pages with you
• go for a walk in your neighborhood with friends and talk about the things you are thankful for
• when packing for a day trip, pack a religious statue in your bag
• bring your Rosary to the beach, and pray a decade together
• bring your Bible with you when away from home for a night or two

Details to Follow