The LORD, your God, you shall worship; then I will bless your food and drink, and I will remove all sickness from your midst;–Exodus 23:25
Father Leo Brings Tradition Back to the Family Table
Father Leo Patalinghug of Baltimore has an unusual avocation for a priest. He is teaching people how to cook, and the importance of sitting down together for family meals. With all the stress and pressure of everyday life, surely sitting down and breaking bread together is a tradition that needs to be revived! Patalingung’s passion for cooking is part and parcel of his faith. After all, he breaks bread with his parish every day, in the Catholic mass. I supposed many world religions have food figure prominently in their worship. I would love to hear your comments on how food and your faith are intertwined.
Grace Before Meals: Recipes for Family Life is a first-of-its-kind book that provides a welcome resource for parents who want their children to know that, no matter what happens in their lives, they can always talk to their families. The goal of Father Patalinghua’s book is to provide ways to communicate with your family that affirm and encourage your children’s growth in character and personal confidence.
LMW Films is raising money to bring Grace Before Meals to televison. Please visit the Grace Before Meals website to see show pilot episodes and learn more.
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I’ve seen this priest in action before, and what he’s doing is fantastic. It’s amazing how so many of us have abandoned traditions altogether — whether it’s food traditions or just family traditions like eating dinner together every night. I’m so thankful that there are others out there working to revive them!
Cheers,
KristenM
(AKA FoodRenegade)
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Our large family takes turns saying grace at the dinner table. From the youngest to Hubby, hearing what is on the hearts of my family is a very special time of day for me. Sometimes I have to refrain from giggling, like when one child a long time ago asked for an extra big dose of “grace for Presdent ‘linton.” Other times I’m moved to tears. Just last week, a child who has a long-standing, bitter battle with my oldest asked for her protection and safe return from her trip.
A moment of thanks and humility before the Provider of the feast really brings our lives into sharp focus for a few moments. I highly recommend it!
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