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Welcome Home! The Parable of the Prodigal Son

By Faith Writer

 

A long time ago, in a faraway land, there lived a man who had two sons. The older son was hardworking and loyal, and he helped his father take care of the daily chores that needed to be done. The younger son was very lazy, and he spent his days just lying around, watching his brother do all the work.

One day, the younger son was sitting on the sofa, channel surfing, and eating cheeseballs. He was so bored, that he began to think of ways to make his life more exciting. He finally came up with a great idea!

His father was outside, tending the garden, when the younger son found him. “Hey Dad,” said the son, “I have something to ask you.” “Hello son,” said the father, “have you come out to help me with the gardening?” “No way,” said the son, “I’ve come to ask you if I could have my share of the estate now, so I can go out and see the world.” The father was not happy with his son’s decision, but he gave him half of everything he owned.

A few days later, the younger son left his father’s house, and went to the big city, where he spent his money on beer, gambling, and all-night parties.

After he had spent all his money, a severe famine swept the entire country, and the son realized that he needed to get a job. He went to Pepper Jack’s Pig Plains, where he got a job feeding the pigs. No one would give him any food, and he became so hungry, that he wanted to eat the food that he was feeding to the pigs.

“This is no way to live,” said the son, “maybe I should go back to my father’s house. He may not welcome me back, but if I work hard as a servant, at least I’ll have food, and I won’t starve.”

So, he went back to his father’s house, where he was ready to beg for his forgiveness. When the father saw his son, he ran to him and hugged him. “Father,” said the son, “I have treated you badly and I have sinned against heaven. I am not worthy enough to be called your son.” The son stood silent as he waited for his father’s angry words.

But his father smiled at him and he said to his servants, “Listen everyone, give my boy the works. I’m talking robes, jewelry, and for dinner, how about that fat cow in the garden! Tonight we will have a feast and celebrate, because my son was dead, and now he is alive again, he was lost, and now he is found.”

Now the older son was in the field, taking care of his father’s garden. He decided he needed a break, so he started walking back to the house. As he got closer to the house, he heard music and he saw people dancing. He asked one of the servants what was going on, and the servant told him that his younger brother had returned, and the party was for him.

The older son was furious, and he refused to join the celebration. The older son said to his father, “What’s going on here? I have stayed with you all these years, worked for you, took care of you and your property, and you’ve never given me a party. I’m a little ticked off.”

His father said, “Son, don’t you see, your brother has returned on his own, it was his choice. He has learned his lesson. He was dead, but now he is alive again, he was lost, but now he is found. Don’t you think that’s a good reason for celebrating?”

The older son stared at his father for a long time. He finally smiled and said, “Are there any cheeseballs left?” “You bet,” said the father, “your favorite, parmesan and cheddar.” “All right,” said the son, “let’s celebrate!”

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Read all posts by Faith Writer Filed Under: Elementary School, Liturgical, Middle School, Sacraments, Scripture

About Faith Writer

I am a 16-year-old young man who has a great love for God and all that He has created. I have a very loving and caring family who are always there to support me and guide me through the many stages of my life. My parents are very important to me and they have helped me to become the person that I am today.

I am a junior in a Catholic High School in New York where I am encouraged to be the best person I can be, both spiritually and academically. I am involved in such activities as the National Honor Society, the Frassati Society, the school band, Boy Scouts of America and swimming. I also earned my lifeguard certification last year and I am currently working as a lifeguard and junior swim instructor at the YMCA.

I have wanted to become a pediatrician since the age of 5, and I am constantly working to make this dream a reality in the future. Helping others has always been important to me and by becoming a pediatrician, I can teach and guide young children into becoming strong and healthy adults.

My stories, which I call The Faith Series, come from my faith and love for my God and His guidance in all I have done and all that I will continue to do in my life. I know that My God is always with me and with His help I will achieve my goals and live according to His word.

Comments

  1. Lisa Mladinich says

    February 15, 2012 at 10:44 pm

    ROFL! These are so much, fun. Thanks, FW!

  2. Mrs. Gloria Costanza says

    February 16, 2012 at 6:53 pm

    Patrick, this is another wonderful story! Not only does it appeal to today’s youth, but it is great for adults as well. Thank you for your lovely stories! I will continue to share them with my family and friends. Keep up the great job you are doing!!! God bless you and your family.

  3. Michelle Baier says

    February 21, 2012 at 8:41 am

    This is wonderful, I have always enjoyed the hope of the story of the Prodigal son! Thank you

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