During the months of May and October, we are encouraged to gather as a community to pray the rosary. In Malaysia and in some other countries, we have what is called “Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC)” where the faithful within a housing area are encouraged to come together (at least once a month) in a location…
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Praying After Meals – Giving Thanks After Eating
Some of us may have been praying the prayer before a meal. If we have been doing so, then that is good. But how many of us thank God after we have eaten a meal? In our busy lives, we sometimes try to cut corners in the time we have for other things such as…
Praying Before Meals – A Refresher
Are we a thankful people, or have we taken a lot of things for granted? Sometimes I notice in some families, family prayer, prayer before meals, etc. are no longer observed. Everyone seems to be busy, tired, giving so many excuses. We recall many passages in the Gospels where Jesus prayed and taught others to…