What is Children’s Liturgy of the Word CLOW?
It is a celebration of the Liturgy of the Word that is designed for children ages 4-6 years. It is not catechism class nor is it childcare. It is a liturgical celebration.
The priest presider calls the children forward and then they are sent forth to hear the Word of God. The children process to rooms in Anthony Hall where they gather with a trained CLOW lay presider. The same Scripture readings proclaimed to the larger assembly in the Church are read to the children, using the Children’s Lectionary. This lectionary shortens the readings and uses language and vocabulary that is easily understood by children.
The lay presider shares the homily and leads the children in a shared discussion and reflection of the readings. The children share their own understanding of what they heard and how to relate it to their everyday lives.
Our Purpose:
The Church shows special concern for baptized children who have yet to be fully initiated thru sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. To ensure that the assembly’s children (ages 4-6) experience meaningful, inspirational, and spiritual celebrations of the Liturgy of the Word through careful, reflective planning, and preparation by our lay presiders.
If you would like more info or would like to volunteer in this ministry, please call SuDeBender at 787-5665 or email susandebender@gmail.com or call Lisa Cusin-Pursley at 554-8192 or email lisapursley@earthlink.net.
Childrens Liturgy of the word will not be offered during the weekends of December 26 and Jan 2.
CLOW SCHEDULE
(please contact Carol Gault if you are in need of log-in information at 847-8205 x269 or carol.gault@stfrancisraleigh.org)
