A Temple of the Holy Spirit

Daniel & Catherine ready for Confirmation I had the privilege of witnessing my son and daughter receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this past Tuesday at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Annunciation in Lancaster, OH. It was a wonderful Mass with a full choir, trumpets, and all the rest. During his remarks, Bishop Earl K. Fernandes mentioned that we too, like the Basilica, are temples of the Lord. It caused me to reflect on this idea. Although I've mostly seen only pictures of the great cathedrals and basilicas in the world, I have seen some amazing churches even in our own diocese. These structures are a testament to the Church's love for God (read the entire Church - Militant, Suffering, Triumphant). They represent great skill, sacrifice, and passion for Our Lord and often times His Mother.  Yet the words of Christ always echo in my mind when contemplating the beauty that surrounds me in those places; “ Do you see these great buildings? There will not be one stone left u

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Hahn House


Comments

Emily said…
Everyone looks so lovely! :) Merry Christmas!
Barbara said…
What a beautiful family. Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
Sarah Reinhard said…
Awwwwww!
James M. Hahn said…
Thanks for the comments. Maybe later I'll post the not so great pictures. This was the last of about ten and smiles were made under threat of severe punishment and no candy for weeks!