Matthew 9:14-17 – In the presence of the bridegroom
The disciples of John approached Jesus and said, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast much, but your disciples do not fast?” Jesus answered them, “Can the wedding guests mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them? The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast. No one patches an old cloak with a piece of unshrunken cloth, for its fullness pulls away from the cloak and the tear gets worse. People do not put new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise the skins burst, the wine spills out, and the skins are ruined. Rather, they pour new wine into fresh wineskins, and both are preserved.”
Reflection written by Erica Ahlin, Merchandise Co-Chair, traveled to Dandora 2009
I’m frequently asked the question, “what was your favorite part of the journey?” Nearly an impossible question to answer! When I reflect on our family of Dandora the most impactful thing for me is the way they celebrate life, love and support one another in challenging situations.
I think of the Sunday Mass and lunch we celebrated at the Phase 3 church where we were witness to Trevor and Anna renewing their wedding vows. The music from the choir and the way the sun reflected Father Andrew, Trevor and Anna was one of the most beautiful sights, one that I wish every bride and groom could experience. The immense amount of love that filled that church was overwhelming. After Mass, our lunch was not what we would consider a huge elaborate meal, but no doubt every ounce was prepared with love.
It’s not the amount that is spent on a celebration; it’s the people we are surrounded by who make it memorable and meaningful. Too often we get wrapped up in the monetary amount of what we think needs to be spent to make something wonderful. I think back to that special Sunday and even though very little money had been spent (little money in our eyes) on that celebration it was one of the most incredible events I have had the good fortune to be a part of.
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