Two More Bestwood Homes Welcome Mary’s Image

On October 16, the Brioneses handed over Our Lady’s image to the De Leons at the latter’s home in Davies Way. Right after the Welcome Prayer, which was led by Ma’an De Leon, a round of applause was offered by members to the Brioneses and De Leons for hosting the Rosary recitation and welcoming the image respectively.

Two night later, The De Leons played host to the Rosary recitation which Ma’an led. As it was the feast of St Luke that day, the topic for sharing was “If I were a painter, what image of Mary will I paint and why?” Legend has it that apart from being a physician and writer, St Luke was also a painter. There was an interesting discussion that took place where most members shared and described their “painting” to others. To summarize, Pietro encouraged members to always bear in mind those images and share the message these images convey to others. The “Night of Light” initiative was also discussed which encourages Christians to reclaim the celebration of Halloween to its Christian roots. Suggestions on how to do this were mentioned. Prayers were followed by dinner before moving to the Amamios in Belconnen Road.

In spite of the drizzle and cold atmosphere, participants kept themselves warm in prayer and song.

October 20 saw members congregating at the Amamios to reflect on the Glorious Mysteries led by Jude Amamio. That night’s topic for sharing was “What quality of St Joseph would you like to imitate and why?” A number of good qualities from this beloved saint were shared. In closing, people were exhorted to always pray to St Joseph in order to be closer to the Virgin Mary. A meal was offered by the host family. Members later brought the image to the Provida Residence in Marsden Close, Old Basford – another area within Nottingham North.