Suzanne mentioned in the combox below that Jennifer's
Fr. Oak craft idea is a great activity to consider for the upcoming
Year for Priests convoked by Pope Benedict XVI beginning on June 19, 2009. I couldn't agree more! But, I know that there are some people who might be put off by the idea of having to create their own stand so I wanted to share with you what I found which was going to be my second option if our Fr. Dowling idea hadn't worked out.
I found this free standing wooden cross at Hobby Lobby in the VBS craft section up at the front. It was in a bag but I saved the label so you could identify it. I'm pretty sure these were on sale but I don't remember specifically but if not, it was only $3. It stands 7 1/2 inches tall and 4 1/2 inches wide and can be sanded and painted to make it smooth. If you don't have a Hobby Lobby, something
like this would work too (it's more expensive) or if you want one for each child, you can
buy the crosses by the dozen.
As much as I would love to have
satin vestments like Suzanne (shall not covet, shall NOT covet!), felt is the fastest and easiest way to go. I cut this chausible out in about 2 minutes. Anyway, just wanted to share this idea with anyone who might be in need of a super simple option.
I found this free standing wooden cross at Hobby Lobby in the VBS craft section up at the front. It was in a bag but I saved the label so you could identify it. I'm pretty sure these were on sale but I don't remember specifically but if not, it was only $3. It stands 7 1/2 inches tall and 4 1/2 inches wide and can be sanded and painted to make it smooth. If you don't have a Hobby Lobby, something like this would work too (it's more expensive) or if you want one for each child, you can buy the crosses by the dozen.
As much as I would love to have satin vestments like Suzanne (shall not covet, shall NOT covet!), felt is the fastest and easiest way to go. I cut this chausible out in about 2 minutes. Anyway, just wanted to share this idea with anyone who might be in need of a super simple option.
