Families with children of all ages meet each Wednesday morning at 9 am for Mass at Saint John Neumann church in the summer months of June, July, and August, followed by play at Old Orchard Park on Rochester Rd. The park has a playground, walking trail, fields, and sand volleyball court.
This is the 4th year of Pray and Play. By attending Mass and spending time in the park together, families of the parish build community and gain confidence in taking their children to a weekday Mass.
Often on a weekday morning, only one parent is able to take the kids to Mass, or children are with their grandparents. Knowing that others will be attending this Mass in the same situation has provided a great starting place for many who want to bring the kids in their life to daily Mass, but are nervous about handling all that comes with bringing kids to Mass. Please, bring your children and grandchildren! The grace is abundant for them (and you)!