Catholic Outlook Magazine Ordinary Time Winter Edition 2022

The Degollacion Family – Mary, Queen of the
Family Parish, Blacktown
For Cryste Degollacion, a young parishioner of
Mary, Queen of the Family Parish, Blacktown, the
welcoming of her youngest brother, Joey, has been a
wonderous time for the family. “He keeps the whole
family on our toes,” she explains.
“Even at such a young age, he shows such a strong
child-like love for God, which in turn, reminds our
family to be child-like in the way we talk, care and
show love with one another.”
Attending Mass together and sharing a meal
afterwards is one way Cryste’s family's bond is
strengthened and provides an opportunity for the
family to share moments of their week.
“This time with God as a family strengthens our own
family bond because we get to share the love of God
with Joey and lead by example with how important
our faith means to us.
“Dad always taught me to never go to bed angry
and Mum always said, ‘if there’s three things that
every family should always say, it is ‘thank you’,
‘I love you’, and ‘I’m sorry’.’”
The Rodricks Family – St Patrick’s Parish,
Guildford
For Blannie Rodricks, an Acolyte at St Patrick’s
Parish, Guildford, the faith he and his wife Caroline
share, has set the benchmark for their two teenage
daughters, Taylor and Tracey.
“The foundation of the faith is at home, and if you
get it right at home, you can then take it out into
the world.
“My wife and I have developed a ‘no fear’ culture
in our house where my children can ask questions
about their faith and society openly and honestly,
and no matter what they ask, my children will
be respected.
“Being a good listener goes a long way to making
them more comfortable with you, and more likely for
them to share their feelings, whether good or bad.”
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