Children's Offertory Basket

In an effort to be more welcoming and children friendly our children are invited and encouraged to bring their offertory gift and put it into the large basket provided for them in front of the altar. They can do this when the regular offertory collection is being taken in the main church. This enables them to participate more fully in the liturgy. If, in the beginning, they are hesitant to go up by themselves, a parent can surely accompany them to help them get used to the practice. Good training for our children today will make for strong, committed adult parishioners tomorrow.