This Parent Night begins with an opportunity for parents to brainstorm and write down a personal mission statement and a missions statement for their families. This concept is used to introduce the “mission statement” of the Church: Go make disciples of all nations and baptize them (Matthew 28:19-20). The teaching connects the missionary mandate of the Church to the Concluding Rites of Mass, which challenge us to live the grace we received at Mass during our week. Parents have an opportunity to discuss their mission statements and how they connect with the missionary mandate, as well as how they can help their family become more missionary in their faith. The Parent Night concludes with a closing blessing from the priest or deacon at your parish.