Peace Out 2015

One of the greatest parts of being Catholic is celebrating Christmas a season rather than just a day. Our tree is still up and decorated.

Recalling the story of the birth of Jesus and Mary visiting Elizabeth stirs up mixed emotions. It’s a reminder of God’s goodness that “nothing is impossible for God” (Luke 1:37), yet also brings to mind that another year has passed. Our arms remain empty and hearts ache with grief. Still there is a lot to be thankful for. Every year we look back to recall the highlights and memorable moments of the previous year.

Highlights from 2015 (no specific order)

Highlights

  • Rachel had In-N-Out Burger at three different times in three different states
  • The grand opening of a Chick-Fil-A in the 253
  • Our trip to Maui
  • Rex received a job promotion
  • Nathanael Patrick & Damien John
  • Shared our witness story for the Eucharistic Congress
  • Consecrated ourselves to Jesus through Mary [33 Days to Morning Glory]
  • Washington Visit from the Rincon family
  • The Currall nuptials & reception
  • Learned how to play Seven Wonders Game
  • Small Group Gathering at Far-a-way Retreat House
  • 5 year Anniversary staycation in San Juan Islands
  • Ella made us godparents for the first time
  • All Sons & Daughters Concert
  • Small Group Memorial Day Weekend Getaway
  • The launch of our family blog (and the readership that followed)
  • More family portraits by Tina Wood
  • Two former youth asked Rachel to chaperone them to WYD2016 in Poland
  • Began fundraising and planning for WYD2016
  • Confirmation Sponsors for Reagan and Kira
  • Rachel was asked to be Gabriel’s godmother
  • Visting Fr. Dean (aka Fr. BFF) in Vancouver/Portland
  • Rex submitted his application for the Diaconate
  • Seeing Jessica from DC over Labor Day Weekend
  • Continued call to serve in ministry
  • Advent puzzle

We truly pray that you have a blessed Christmas Season & Happy Joyous New Year.

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From all of us,

Rex, Rachel and our beloved little ones: Casey Francis, Andrew Joseph, Catherine Hope, James Aloysius, Abigail Therese, Nathanael Patrick and Damien John.

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