I’m writing this article on Father’s Day, a day filled with emotion. On one hand, we celebrate and give gratitude for my faith-filled, loving and supportive husband and father of our three boys. On the other hand, we mourn the loss of my father who, along with my mother, laid a rock-solid foundation of faith, hope and love.
We also give praise and glory to “Our Father who art in heaven," creator of all things, true source of light and wisdom. I also reflect on the fathers of John Paul II students and the important role they have in shaping the lives of our young people. Although we come from different walks of life, we are responsible for “educating our future” — think about that for a moment.
I came across a Facebook post from Waldorf Little Learners, a site that I find very inspiring. In this post, Eli Harwood, a licensed therapist and author, outlines seven traits of emotionally mature parents that can serve as a learning tool for all. She said, “Parenting is often practice, not perfection.
” In honor of all fathers, mothers and those shaping young minds, let’s learn and practice together: St. John Paul II Academy father and son Patrick and Jude Furnia share Jude's love of history at Independence Hall. Accountable : Do I take ownership over the things I have done (or not done) that have caused hurt in a relationship? Do I apologize and do better? “And no creature is hidden from His sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of Him to whom we must g.
