| To Parents and Catechists: With this prayer service, you will be able to guide the children to see the example that Saint Vincent set for all of us. If possible, have a box of sand available in which each child would be able to draw a heart. |
We Celebrate Saint Vincent de Paul
Listen to a Story
Saint Vincent de Paul showed people that God's love is like a great treasure to be shared with everyone. Saint Vincent shared God's love with everyone he met. He helped people, especially the poor.
Talk to God
God, we know you love us very much. Show us how to share the treasure of your love for us with others.
Listen to God's Word
Jesus shows us how to share God's love with others. He says, "Love one another
as I love you." From John 13:34
Pray Together
Leader: Saint Vincent helped everyone he met, especially the poor.
All: God, help us share the treasure of your love with others.
Leader: Jesus asks us to share God's love by loving one another.
All: God, help us share the treasure of your love with others.
My Prayer Goes On
Find the hearts hidden in the pictures.
Pray: God, I will try to find ways to share the treasure of your love.
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