January 23, 2026
by Lindsay Carr
Jan 23, 2026
Happy Friday, friends! 💖
This week, as we continue through Ordinary Time, the Church invites us to slow down and keep learning how to follow Jesus in our everyday lives.
We’re reflecting on Saint Thomas Aquinas, a saint who loved to learn and ask a lot of questions - not to show how smart he was, but because he wanted to know God better. For families with young children, his story is a beautiful reminder that curiosity, wonder, and learning are all gifts from God.
with joy,
the All Saints Play team
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