A Summer Gloria
Glory be to God...
for clear blue skies and sunny days
for fresh green grass and leafy trees
for vivid purple flowers and well-tended gardens
for fluffy white clouds and gentle breezes
for bright red buses and busy streets 
Glory be to God...
for people stepping out with sandaled feet
for children playing games with delighted squeals
for picnics and street parties
for street traders and market stalls
for long days and short nights
for open-topped buses and open-necked shirts.
Glory be to God...
for seasons
for summer
for sunshine
(A prayer by Chick Yuill

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Unpacking Pope Francis' Letter to Young People - Podcast

3 Takeaways from Pope Francis’ Letter to Young People - Blog

Pope Francis and Technology - Article
"From influencers to cyborgs, Pope Francis has tech advice for young people."

Read the whole Apostolic Exhortation “Christus Vivit,”or “Christ Lives” click HERE.

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​Find ways to be involved and active in your faith this summer! Follow Young Catholics of the Des Moines on Facebook HERE or start your own group. Find out more about this group or other ways to get come alive as a young Catholic in our Diocese HERE. 

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