Father Morelle....

Father Morelle, 38 years ago at my First Holy Communion.
Father Morelle, today, with Grace at her First Holy Communion.

A Heavenly Day

Grace received our Lord, Jesus, into her heart today for the first time.

It was a beautiful day, perfect for celebrating such a important event in the life of a Catholic.

I can still remember my First Communion, which I received from the same priest, kneeling at the same altar railing.

Father Morelle, Mrs. Dunne and the entire 2010 First Communion class.

Father Morelle and Grace.

Grace and Mrs. Higgs. Mrs. Higgs was Grace's religion teacher last year.

Grace can now carry Jesus in her heart in a very special way, which you can only do when you receive Holy Communion.

After church, we headed to a little celebration at Ye'Olde Pizza Pub---Gracie's favorite restaurant.

Friend and fellow guest of honor, Matthew.

(We need to save this photo for their senor year book--10 short years away.)

I was quite worried about white dresses, combined with pizza. But thanks to Grandma C's loan of a bib, her dress remained in perfect condition.

One reason this is one of Grace's favorite places is because you can watch a movie while you eat.

Today Grace got to choose the movie--she chose the movie UP. This was a big hit, especially at the big boy table. ? !

Ida, Lillian and Catherine

Grace and Grandma

Grandpa and Grace

cutting the cake

Grace got to eat the whole sugar cross.

We couldn't leave without getting some photos with the resident knight.

Grace, Dad and I are so proud of you. We know that Jesus loves you very much and we pray that you stay very close to Him thoughout your life.

"Be Sealed With the Gift of the Holy Spirit"

Beautiful sisters. Amy and her sponsor Becky.
Bishop Costello
"Be Sealed With the Gift of the Holy Spirit."Amy bringing the gift of wine to the altar.

The five Collins' girls.

Father Morelle and Amy

Bishop Costello and Amy

Mark, Grace and Father Morelle

As Father Morelle calls the photo, "A thorn between two roses" (I would never write this, but it is one of Father Morelle's favorite sayings.)

Amy's fellow confirmands--all Holy Cross Academy students, with Father Matt.

A Sacramental Evening

Daniel George Paul received the gifts of the Holy Spirit in the sacrament of Confirmation tonight. We are so proud of him! Dan chose one the best sponsers anyone could have-his brother Patrick.
Daniel and our wonderful parish priest, Father Morelle.

I couldn't resist adding this photo of Danny's First Communion. Just take a look at the smile on Danny's face in this picture and the one before it. This is one of the most beautiful smiles I have ever seen!! Sacrament's seem to do a good thing to Dan!

We are blessed to had Father Morelle as our parish priest for many, many years.

The prove this fact, I will add this photo.....

myself after my Confirmation, along with Father Morelle and the Bishop.