Celebrate World Day For Grandparents and the Elderly with these free resources.
Pope Francis has instituted a World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on Sunday, 28th July. Identifying with the more senior members of our society, he says “The whole Church is close to you – to us – and cares about you, loves you and does not want to leave you alone!”
As the Pope says, we should cherish the elderly and recognise that there’s no retirement age from the work of proclaiming the Gospel and handing down traditions to grandchildren.
In preparation for the new World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, we’ve created a new poster taking a closer look at Anna and Simeon’s story in Scripture and the great example they set us of a prayerful life. Share it in your church or school as you celebrate this new special day on the fourth Sunday of July.
Papal Message – Do not cast me off in my old age (Psalm 71:9) – Message
Catholic Bishops’ Conference – Resources
We've prepared this new resource to help you discover more about your extended family in the Bible and their life stories.
This article by Avril Baigent applies to mums and dads, step-parents, grandparents, aunties and uncles, godparents and honorary godparents, and anyone who spends time with children.
