Holiness is Possible

I - The Holy Moment 

a.     What does it mean to be holy? The word “holy” means “to be set apart”. And WE have been set apart by God and called for unique mission. It is our goal, as Christians, to achieve holiness.

b.     Part of achieving holiness is perseverance. Let us hear more about the virtue of perseverance: CLICK ON ICON.

c.     One thing all saints have is perseverance. They have all moved forward, even in the toughest times. Do you struggle with pushing forward when things are difficult?

II - How do We Obtain Holiness? CLICK ON ICON

a.     Love is what drives up to be the best version of ourselves – which is what holiness is!

b.     Is it possible to be holy? ABSOLUTELY. However, it all comes down to YOU. As we have been discussing all year long, life is about choices. We choose how we respond to the opportunities God gives us everyday to love Him and be loved by Him.

III - Everything is an Opportunity

a.     EVERYDAY is an opportunity for all to achieve holiness. How? In the small, ordinary, little things that we do/say. The choices that we make shape us, and our relationship with God and others.

                                             i.     What are some of the little actions you can do to come closer to holiness?

                                            ii.     When was the last time you did something with great Love?

IV - Dream!

a.     We all have free will and the ability to dream.

b.     To dream goes beyond the question “what do you want to be when you grow up?”. The ability to dream challenges you to use your unique gifts and talents to see beyond what people say you can do, and have the COURAGE to see what God has planned for you.

c.     But it all comes down to YOU and what you choose to do.

d.     When you come back for your final year of Confirmation preparation, I ask you: Will you come back knowing who God is in your life? Will you come back knowing what you want God to do with you and for you?

V - Do Not Be Afraid!!!

     

Homework: 

1. Part of achieving Holiness is learning perseverance. How do we receive this gift? 
2. How do I Obtain Holiness? 

3. What do our choices do for us when it comes to Holiness?

4. Does your Dreams include God in your journey? Please explain

5. Why should we remind ourselves of this message, "Do not be afraid"?

Pray for us, oh St. Patrick, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ! Amen! 

Remember... We are St. Patrick!