? about attending a Jubilee Celebration

[Gardenman]

I didn’t know where else to post this inquiry, so I chose this forum.

In a few weeks I will be attending a Golden Jubilee Mass and celebration for a sister who taught me in grammar school.

I haven’t attended one of these in many years and am curious as to whether or not gifts are expected. In the past, when I went to one of these, some people would leave a donation for the order in general, but I never saw a gift table per se.

The way so many things have changed in religious communities, I’m curious if bringing a gift is considered “mandatory” or a “non issue” or what.

Some of my former classmates will be there as well and have inquired the same thing.

Is there some sort of Catholic “etiquette” in regard to this that I’m not aware of ?

Our particular class was the first teaching assignment this sister had when she took her vows. Those of us who will be attending were kicking around the idea of making up a memorabilia book for her with photos we have from that time and adding personal thoughts and stories, etc. and thought she might enjoy having that in lieu of individual “gifts”…

We don’t see any “harm” in this, but would like to know if gifts are “expected”.

Any thoughts on this???

 

[FCEGM]

I don’t think gifts would be expected, but rather, gratefully accepted - and the memorabilia book would be a lovely gesture. The jubilarian’s greatest happiness will be in seeing the faces of former pupils, so don’t worry about what you do or don’t give.

 

[Poor_Clare_tobe]

I don’t think gifts would be expected, but rather, gratefully accepted - and the memorabilia book would be a lovely gesture. The jubilarian’s greatest happiness will be in seeing the faces of former pupils, so don’t worry about what you do or don’t give.

I have to totally agree with what “fcegm” posted.

As a “former” hopefully to be" yet "again religious… I think the memorabila book is an awesome idea.
Also as someone who is asked this almost monthly I presently work in a Catholic Gift Shop]… I can say that most likely sister has every catholic gift item known to man or nun? :angel1:
No most times gifts are not mandatory but yes are greatfully accepted. Should you feel compelled to give an additional gift may I suggest either a Bookstore gift card, or a Catholic Bookstore gift card if you feel like sticking to the religious theme], or even a gift card from a regular store such as Target , or a local restaraunt etc?
Again your prescence and a note saying how much she meant to you will mean a lot. [Trust me I still get choked up over the plaque my preschoolers gave me … some 20 years ago]
Blessings of Peace and all Good!**

 

[Gardenman]

Thank you all for your replies to this !

I spoke to three of the “kids” (!) who are going, and one of them is putting together a very nice memorabilia book complete with photos and a few congratulatory letters from some who can’t make it.

I will suggest the book store certifiate and see how everyone feels about that.

Thank you again !