Religious Practice
Here are some religious practices that were practiced a lot in days gone by, still practiced today but unfortunately not by as many people.
Benediction
Benediction is is a short invocation for divine help, blessing and guidance, usually at the end of worship service.
After Benediction the host remained exposed so people could take part in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Many people practiced silen prayer during Adoration.
The Parish Mission was an important event for people to reflect on their faith and listen to the Word of God from a Mission team - visiting priests and faithful people. Their words made people reflect on what was important in their lives.
Fasting during Lent was another way to reflect on our lives.
Looking at Life
Humans have the capacity to look at life with a sense of awe and wonder - an overwhelming feeling of reverence, admiration.
Have you ever experienced awe and wonder? What fills you with admiration? Watch this video below to see some things that might fill you with awe and wonder.
Awe and Wonder
Faithful People
Here is a short story of Martin Luther King, a person of faith, a committed Christian.
Other people of faith include Mahatma Gandhi, a committed Hindu, Mother Teresa, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Jean Vanier, and Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, all committed Christians. Click the links to find out more about each of these faithful people.
Watch Martin Luther King's 'I have a dream' speech here.
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