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.
You have elaborated on what I have come to understand intuitively. Since I have been attending the Usus Antiquior (TLM), I have told people how much I love the Mass, and that 'even watching the servers is a religious experience for me.' I feel the same about the incense.
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.
What wonderful memories to have!!
This has given me something to think about this week. Always enjoy Leila Lawler!
You have elaborated on what I have come to understand intuitively. Since I have been attending the Usus Antiquior (TLM), I have told people how much I love the Mass, and that 'even watching the servers is a religious experience for me.' I feel the same about the incense.