FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT

MOVIE & PIZZA NIGHT AT SJM

GRADES 1 – 4

FRIDAY

FEBRUARY 22ND

6 – 8:30 PM

PARISH CENTER

Washed ashore with an injured tail, a dolphin, named Winter, meets a boy, named Taylor, with an injured spirit.  There begins the tale of healing and redemption in the feature film (100 minutes) Dolphin Tale.

Sounds like a religious reel!  And it is to the extent that laughs and tears, lots of fun and a true story are religious.

Common-Sense Media calls Dolphin Tale, “Sweet, inspiring for kids and tweens,” and rates it age-appropriate for ages 7 and up.  I have watched the movie several times and understand that its PG rating is due to a brief dialogue (20 seconds) between Taylor and his friend Hazel about Taylor’s dad abandoning the family.  There are also some quick scenes that include war veterans and a little girl with prosthetics.  These are sensitively done, showing the challenge and dignity of disability.

Of course, the most trusted review in my book comes from grandson Hudson (age 6), “Pop, Dolphin Tale is the best; your kids will love it.”

Kids:  bring something soft for sitting—blanket, sleeping bag, pillow, bean bag.

Parents:  really need your help.

1.       You gotta RSVP to kidsrelig@optimum.net if your kid(s) are coming.  I gotta know how much pizza to order.

2.      I need some parent volunteers if Movie Night is going to be a happy happening.  When you RSVP about your kid coming, tell me if you can help.

Love,

Deacon Charlie