Brother Francis Blog — Encouragement
Three Ways to Encourage Families with Young Children at Mass
Encouragement Holy Communion Mass

By Lindsay Schlegel
For over a decade, I have been bringing my young children to Mass, not only on Sundays, but often during the week as well. There are certain developmental stages each of my children has been through. There have also been particular joys and struggles with each child. As challenging as it can be to bring kids to Mass (and to be honest, I’m in a somewhat challenging stage right now!), I am confident of the fruit, both for the children and for the parish community.