My friend Becca is so blessed to live in Bishop Olmsted's Diocese. She recently shared the following with me. They are doing this apostolate in her parish:
THE CHALICE APOSTOLATE
This is an opportunity to promote and pray for vocations to the priesthood, permanent diaconate, and religious life. It is also an occasion to remember, support and pray for those currently serving as priests, deacons and religious
(sisters, brothers).
HOW DOES IT WORK?
You will be presented a small chalice at the end of a Sunday or weekday Mass (or privately, if you wish). Keep it in your home for two (2) weeks. Make sure it is visible and in a place of honor (fireplace-mantel, dining room table, etc.)
Pray daily for vocations; every time you see it pray for your parish clergy and religious. Suggested prayers and further instructions will be supplied. When you have guests at your home, explain its purpose and witness. After two weeks
return it to the Sacristy (Saturday evening/Sunday morning) or the office (weekdays).
If you are interested, call the office and leave your NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER, and a convenient time to reach you. Our coordinator will contact you and give you more details. We prefer that you be a registered year-round parishioner or winter parishioner. While the chalice is not “valuable” in the monetary sense, it is a sacred vessel and we need to keep it secure and respected.
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