We remember that holy people have lived lives based on the values of the Gospel. By imitating their lives, we, too, can live as holy followers of Jesus. Knowing that we can turn to the lives of the saints for encouragement and example can help us remain faithful to our baptismal promises. In looking at how the saints lived the Christian life, young people can discover their own unique way of living out the Gospel in their lives.

		Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
		•	lived 1774–1821
		•	born Episcopalian, converted as an adult
		•	wife, mother of five, widow, religious sister
		•	opened first free Catholic school in America in 1808
		•	founder of Sisters of Charity
		•	first American-born saint, canonized in 1975
		•	Feast day—January 4

"Called by God" Prayer Celebration Notes

Focus		Considering what God may be calling us to do in our own lives
Materials Needed		Prayer table with Bible and candle, music
Reading		Matthew 12:15–21
Music		"All You Works of God," "Blest Are They," [instrumental], Blest Are We Music CD 4; "You Are Mine," David Haas (GIA Publications)), "If God is For Us," John Foley, SJ (OCP Publications), "Lead Me Lord," John D. Becker (OCP Publications)
Preparation		Discuss the life of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with your group. If possible, obtain a video about her life to share. Discuss vocations and how God calls us all to live life by responding to God's will. Print out and photocopy the Liturgy, "Called by God."
Adaptation		Invite individuals with different vocations to speak to your group on how they are living out the gospel through their current vocation.
Additional Materials		"All You Works of God," "Blest Are They," [instrumental] Blest Are We Music CD 4 Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725). ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36655-7 Blest Are We Song Book Words and melody for children; contains music for levels 1-8 ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36617-4 Blest Are We Accompaniment Book Contains accompaniment music for levels 1-8 ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36618-2 Time for Miracles (97 min. video) Presents the experience of loss Elizabeth Bailey Seton overcomes and her strength of her faith. Available through ABC Video