Share the Joy and Tea Talk with Ruth

The 14 Stations of the Cross

On Tuesday my monthly faith group met and the subject of our discussion were the 14 Stations of the Cross.

These are pictures, sculptures or plaques that depict the journey of Jesus from the moment he is sentenced to death to His death on the cross.
They are in the same place in every Catholic
 Church in the world.


They start at the front on the left side of the church and go from #1 to #7 then you walk across the back of the church to #8 and proceed down the right wall to #14.
When you stop in front of each plaque you genuflect and remain in front of the plaque, say the prayers prepared and stay as long as you feel inclined.
You literally walk the Way of the Cross with Jesus.

 Only 3 minutes long.

The joys of the Lenten season are not always seen as joy but the joy of meditation is one that is very important to me leading to the Glorious celebration of Easter.

 The joys of meditation and reflection are not the property of any one faith or philosophy.
It is universal.


It gives me much Joy to live in a country where one may meet and pray and meditate without fear of harm.

Having........Passion by TAZO filled with flowers, Orange peel, Orice root, Rose hips, Lemon grass and Red poppy.
In.......my pretty pink china tea cup.


Feeling............blessed by yesterday's faith group meeting experience.


Thinking........meditation is such a gift that we do not always appreciate. It seems hard at first and many of us are hesitant to delve into the habit of it but folks who do will attest to the benefits and peace it can bring.




"Plant the seed of meditation and reap the fruit of peace of mind."

Remez Sasson .


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Happy Hanukkah to all our Jewish friends and Vintage Thingie Thursday

Last night began the Jewish celebration on

Hanukkah

Happy Hanukkah to all our Jewish friends.

I watched a documentary on TV last night about the celebration and felt such gratitude that we are free to worship in the faith of our choice in this country.
Yes many are persecuted because of their faith, but we are still free to choose.

This is a huge banner that hangs in the Visitors Center when I volunteer each week.


Years ago when I was very young, we were not encouraged to investigate and study about other religions. 
Thank goodness that is not the case today.
One of my most favorite movies is
Fiddler on the Roof
which gives a great representation and reverence to the Jewish religion and tradition.

Being an associate of The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth has opened up many opportunities to learn and even meet members of other faiths through the annual Festival of Faith that takes place each fall in Louisville, Ky.
I have heard and seen Buddist rites which were very impressive. Had a chance to attend a Sedar Supper and was allowed to look inside an Islamic Mosque once.

All religions of the world have fanatics that give the entire membership a bad name.
The Prayer for Peace 

 

Although these are not my items

I am linking to 

Vintage Thingie Thursday

for these symbols are definitely vintage

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