Description: Welcome to another insightful episode of Father and Joe, where Joe Rockey and Father Boniface Hicks dive into the intersection of faith, family, and everyday life. In this episode, Joe shares a heartwarming story about teaching his two-year-old son, Joey, about Easter through the visual representations at their local church during Holy Week. Join us as we explore the significance of these church traditions and the lessons they impart to both children and adults alike. Joe recounts his experience with Joey standing before a life-size statue of Jesus in the tomb, sparking a conversation about Jesus's wounds and the concept of resurrection. Father Boniface reflects on the innocence and capacity for spiritual understanding in young children, emphasizing the importance of nurturing their faith from a young age. Throughout the discussion, they touch upon the devotional practices of the Church during Holy Week, including the procession with the dead Christ on Good Friday and the reading of the reproaches. They also delve into the mental anguish endured by Jesus during his Passion and the challenge of understanding his interior suffering. As they conclude, Joe seeks advice from Father Boniface on navigating questions of faith and parenting, emphasizing the need for humility and a willingness to learn. Join us for this enriching conversation on teaching children about Easter and fostering spiritual growth in the family. Don't forget to leave a star review and share this episode with anyone seeking guidance on incorporating religious teachings into parenting and daily life. Subscribe for more episodes of Father and Joe, where faith meets the realities of life. Religion, Christianity, Easter, Holy Week, Church, Catechesis, Catholicism, Family, Parenting, Spiritual Growth, Faith, Teaching Children, Resurrection, Jesus Christ, Religious Education, Christian Podcast, Church Traditions, Devotional Life, Good Friday, Mental Anguish, Prayer, Reflection, Liturgy, Catholic Podcast, Spiritual Guidance, Bible Study, Joey's Reflections, Father Boniface Hicks, Joe Rockey