Mary Kathleen Glavich, SND

Why Is Jesus in the Microwave? Funny Stories from Catholic Classrooms

Mary Kathleen Glavich, SND

At a certain parish the tabernacle was a wide rectangle set into the wall. One day the primary children were learning about the Mass. At the end of the lesson, Sister asked, «Does anyone have any questions?»</p><p>With furrowed brow, a child inquired, </p><p><i>"Why does Father put Jesus into the microwave?"</i></p><p>Kids. You never know what they're going to say next!</p><p>As educators in America's Catholic classrooms, The Sisters of Notre Dame are no strangers to hilarious mix-ups, priceless mispronunciations, and innocent mistakes like this one. Now they're sharing their over 125-year treasury of funny stories and anecdotes in <b>Why is Jesus in the Microwave?</b></p><p>These real-life episodes cover everything from<ul><li>prayer – «O my God, I am partly sorry.»<li>to morality – «Maybe I lie a little bit, but nobody's perfect.»<li>to schoolwork – «Dear Joe, if you die, can I have your report card?»<li>to holidays – «And where was Baby Jesus born?» «In a haystack.»<li>And lots more!</ul></p><p>Priest or teacher, parent or grandparent, or anyone needing to lose themselves in funny and wholesome stories will enjoy <b>Why is Jesus in the Microwave?</b> It is a joyful reminder that laughter is a gift from God.</p>