It's one day to the 2nd biggest feast of the catholic church and the homily yesterday reminded us to focus on our own mangers then get caught up in all the shopping and food around. Of course there's nothing wrong with buying gifts for friends and family... not to mention eating. But the point was to stay awake to our inner mangers. Have we opened our mangers... our hearts... this season to those who don't have enough? Or are we taking away more from these people?
The Art Ministry spent five full days working on Holy Family's manger. Our concept was to keep it simple this year without the frills of sheep, shepherd, wise men or animals. Just the main focus on infant Jesus to remind parishioners what's important. Emmanuel! God is truly indeed with us! :O)
New comer 12 year old Bernice helping out with the backdrops.
Site foreman making sure everything's smooth sailing (and not rocky).
Pigeon holes or huge wine crates?
Hey... that's me!
Finished product.
The day before the Day of Dedication was filled with many chores. The sisters had to make sure that the preparations for the big day ran smoothly. Be it shifting furniture, sprucing up main areas, hanging decorations, taking care of guests and visitors who have travelled from afar who will be staying overnight... Can you picture the preparation that goes on in the kitchen to feed about 1000 mouths?
High above amidst the hustle and bustle of the convent, a rainbow watches over us! Thank you for taking care of everything always! ;O)
Here's a close-up of of of the posters made by Sr. Huong. She used paper napkins for this work of art and will be teaching me some of her craft before she leaves for her new appointment in Da Nang.
When evening came, the lights around went up! It's like Christmas in August! And true enough, Christmas, Easter and Dedication Days are the days that these lights come on. Sounds big and special enough for me... :O)
Good night!
