"Serve the Lord with gladness..." Psalm 100:2

Lily Grace has always loved church.  She loves her Catholic faith, attending Catholic school and learning about Christ.  She has always sat in mass and participated since she was a baby.  This was actually the first Sunday that she hasn't sat with Matt and me.  
Today, she served her church and more importantly God.  Going into 5th grade, LG is old enough to be an alter server for mass.  She was trained a few weeks ago and has been so excited to start serving.  Today, she did just that.  
She was thrilled and a little nervous this morning.   We were so happy and proud of her.  She served as a candle bearer today.  As the mass procession began, I won't lie, I found myself overcome with emotion at the sight of my little girl, now serving in church and sharing her love for Christ.  My prayer for her is that she continue to grow closer to God each and every day.  That her love for Jesus grow daily as well as her desire to serve Him all the days of her life. 
Peace be with you Gracie Cakes, today and always.  We love you!

In the sacristy before mass changing into her robe and sharing a laugh with Father Dave.