Again, thank you. I have only been at my new parish a few months, but those actions seem to have an impact on those around me. I sit in the back row, but evidently I’m not invisible...
One of the things I love the best about the parish is the strong pro-life inclination, and the way our priest gives homilies on basic Catholic beliefs almost every Sunday. There is a beautiful bronze statue of Christ in front of the Church, holding a very tiny baby in His Hand, with a tear on His face. Also—a number of parishioners have NoBama bumper stickers...
Also, every Wednesday, we cook and serve lunch to anyone who comes in; most are very poor, and obviously deeply grateful (and hungry). I love being part of that, working with the kitchen crew. Good women.
**Also, every Wednesday, we cook and serve lunch to anyone who comes in; most are very poor, and obviously deeply grateful (and hungry). I love being part of that, working with the kitchen crew. Good women.**
We used to have a soup kitchen every week too, but it has fallen by the wayside.
I found a web site called “Fish eaters” that has the traditions on it I have found very informative. It explains what you asked about. I also cross myself whenever the crucifix is carried down the aisle and bend towards the priest as he passes by in and out.