Re: the joy of community dances... I recall a wedding reception in which my husband, children and I all joined the rest of the guests to dance the Virginia Reel (which I hadn't done previously), and it's a moment that stands out to me as a time I felt truly alive.
Thank you for this aspect of the mass. This brings back fond memories of watching many colorful folk dances in Burma. We celebrated a National Day for all different ethnic groups and there would be dancing, music, bonfires, etc. all in their respective languages and music. A wonderful time had by all, laughter, fellowship and togetherness…. That’s how God wants us to be always. Alas, right now Burma is in a state of civil war. Placing all of them under Blessed Mother’s hands. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
This is so beautiful. I must admit that I love watching the same things in mass and it is a lot like dancing. In Germany as a (missionary) kid I went to Israeli folk dance lessons with one of my sisters and our best friends and it brought me so much joy. I also danced at festivals our German Catholic village had for feast days.Such sweet memories - so long ago now.
Re: the joy of community dances... I recall a wedding reception in which my husband, children and I all joined the rest of the guests to dance the Virginia Reel (which I hadn't done previously), and it's a moment that stands out to me as a time I felt truly alive.
This has given me something to think about this week. Always enjoy Leila Lawler!
Thank you for this aspect of the mass. This brings back fond memories of watching many colorful folk dances in Burma. We celebrated a National Day for all different ethnic groups and there would be dancing, music, bonfires, etc. all in their respective languages and music. A wonderful time had by all, laughter, fellowship and togetherness…. That’s how God wants us to be always. Alas, right now Burma is in a state of civil war. Placing all of them under Blessed Mother’s hands. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
This is so beautiful. I must admit that I love watching the same things in mass and it is a lot like dancing. In Germany as a (missionary) kid I went to Israeli folk dance lessons with one of my sisters and our best friends and it brought me so much joy. I also danced at festivals our German Catholic village had for feast days.Such sweet memories - so long ago now.
What wonderful memories to have!!