The Archdiocese of Jakarta is encouraging Catholic families to bring young children to participate in the full celebration of the Eucharist, marking a shift away from the long-standing practice of placing them in separate children's rooms during Mass.
A Vatican official has called on Couples for Christ (CFC) to continue championing the family as the foundation of both society and the Church by helping place families at the center of political, social and economic life.
Like the Holy Family, may our homes become sanctuaries of love, faith, and presence, where ordinary acts reflect God’s extraordinary grace.
Reflection Date: December 28, 2025