How to Celebrate the Feasts of St. Monica and St. Augustine (August 27 & 28)

Celebrating the Feast of St. Monica and St. Augustine with Kids: August 27 & 28 Activities

The feast of St. Monica, celebrated on August 27th, and St. Augustine, the 28th, are  special days to honor the profound relationship between mother and son, as well as the incredible transformation of St. Augustine through the prayers and tears of his mother. St. Monica is known for her relentless prayers and patience, and St. Augustine is celebrated for his profound writings and conversion. Here are some engaging activities to celebrate their feast day with your kids, including a coloring page, a virtue matching activity, a fun play activity, and themed foods.

1. Coloring Page and Virtue Matching Activity

Start your celebration with a St. Monica and St. Augustine coloring page and our Virtue Matching activity. The Virtue Matching activity will help teach children about the virtues exemplified by St. Monica and St. Augustine and their significance.

2. Create a Prayer Intention Chart

Help your children understand the power of prayer and the importance of intentions with a prayer intention chart. This chart can be a great way to focus your family’s prayers and reflect on their impact. Fill in the chart or even a calendar with names or situations for which you want to pray. Write down the date, the intention, and keep track of the prayers offered. Update the chart with any answers to your prayers. The example above is of the Intentions Calendar we made for Advent last year.

3. Enjoy St. Monica and St. Augustine Themed Foods

Celebrate the feast day with foods that are symbolic of the lives and stories of St. Monica and St. Augustine.

• Blue Jello: Make blue Jello to represent the tears St. Monica shed for her son. This colorful treat is a fun and easy way to remember her heartfelt prayers and the transformation of St. Augustine.
• Mediterranean-Inspired Dishes: Since St. Augustine was from North Africa, you might prepare Mediterranean-inspired dishes such as hummus, pita bread, and olives to connect with his heritage.

Conclusion

Celebrating the feast of St. Monica and St. Augustine with these activities can make the day meaningful and memorable for your family. From engaging in creative coloring and educational matching games to enjoying themed foods and creating a prayer intention chart, these activities offer a wonderful way to honor the virtues and legacy of St. Monica and St. Augustine. These moments provide an opportunity to reflect on the importance of faith, perseverance, and transformation in our own lives.

Happy celebrating the feast of St. Monica and St. Augustine with your family!

Which of these activities do you see yourself doing to celebrate these two great saints?