Enrich mealtimes by getting to know professional chef Father Leo Patalinghug, who seeks to build stronger families and a deeper understanding of Jesus as Food for our mind, body and soul at PlatingGrace.com and through books such as “Grace Before Meals,” “Saving the Family” and “Spicing up Married Life.” Discover the transformative power of sharing meals with the ones you love through these resources as you learn more about one another and develop conversational skills and family bonds. You can also add a little flair to your Lenten meals by ordering a variety of Plating Grace & Grub sauces.
Our ability to speak is a powerful gift from God. Our Lord tells us we are accountable for everything we say, so we must choose wisely – for the damage ill-chosen words can do to our own souls and others is often deeper than we expect. Even though words can condemn, tarnish, reprimand and admonish, they also build up the kingdom when used to pray and praise, teach and comfort, inspire and forgive as well as to speak out against injustices and spread the Gospel. When the priest prays the words of consecration during Mass, humble bread and wine become the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ. In short, words matter. Honor this God-given gift with three February saints.