Remembering Loved Ones

November is a wonderful month of remembrance.  We remember the saints in Heaven with God on Nov. 1st- All Saints Day, we remember our loved ones who died in the faith on Nov. 2nd- All Souls, and we remember all of the blessings in our lives as we approach our country's Thanksgiving holiday.

I wanted to find a decoration that would take my family through the month, honor those family members who are no longer with us, and remind us of all we have to be thankful for.  I came up with the idea of creating a 'remembrance rope' of sorts. 

All you need to do is pull out some sort of garland- mine happens to be very twiggy- and wedge photos of your loved ones who have died between the branches.  I also included some prayer cards.  I will put the garland on our staircase railing-after the Halloween decorations come down! 

 

During the month, we will add leaves to thank God for our many blessings.  Our remembrance rope will become a gratitude garland!  The children and I have talked about how we can pray for these family members, and ask them to pray for us, and how the church sets aside a day for us to remember and pray for those who have died.  It's also a great month to learn the 'Eternal Rest' prayer.

"Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen."

May God bless and comfort you as you remember your loved ones this month.