Today as we are celebrating the feast of the presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we are reminded of Mary’s unique role in God’s saving work and how we might enjoy and share in it.
Recently, Fr. Willy, Fr. Gaspar and I visited a family with seven children, ages 13 years through three months, and their parents. When we left one of us said, “Being with that family was the best and the most fulfilling experience.”
The members showed good relationships and functioned smoothly. The home was filled joy. They eat meals together, say grace before meals, and do not watch television during their meals. We learned that the family prays together regularly. Each member, even the little ones has a patron Saint to whom they pray. They also know the stories about this Saint. In spite of daily chores and struggles, they seem to be having healthy relationships.
This family was showing that God is dwelling among them, that they are responding to His invitation as Mary did, and they are living as members of the family of God.
How do you and your family enjoy and share in God’s saving work?
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