Busy Day

Hmmmm, it was the sunday before Easter.  Matt and I had  just started attending mass at St. Michael's. This church is much closer than St. Pius and we wanted to support the local church. I was sitting in the pew thinking of the things I used to do in my home town parish, Holy Angels. Suddenly Fr Gregg was standing next to me talking to the lady in front. They were discussing the decor he wanted for Easter. Once he left I took the chance of asking if she would like some help. She was not sure how to do what he wanted.

I made a phone call and got some old barn wood and had Matt make a big cross, from that we hung the white stole for Easter. It was just what he wanted. The rest was left to the women of the parish. It was a free for all when it came to setting up for Easter. I just stood back and let it all happen. Being the new kid on the block I did not want to upset anyone by telling them what to do. There were just too many women making decisions and you could tell. Nothing was co ordinated.

Should I try again? Yes, I called Peggy to ask about Pentacost. She had not even thought about it. One thing I know is that you work ahead by one feast day or season. So immediately I started to make the Pentacost Banners. Finding the right font and making the letters was the first step. Finding the fabric was the next step. Sewing the letters on the final step of banner one. I've been working slowly on banner 2 this one has the dove, fire and 12 long flames representing the 12 apostles. This has been a challenge to do alone.

While doing these two banners I've been wondering what to do about Advent. Nothing like thinking ahead.  I'm thinking of " Prepare Ye The Way" with angels playing horns or harps. Seems pretty ambitious. Looking for angels should start now.

Needless to say, I've been very busy with church projects. Not that it interferes with my dress making. I've made 2 sets and have one more to complete. this one little dress has been a good sell.