On Prayer

Praying together as a family is a gift. Not only for the spiritual benefit, but so that a brother can hear his sister say this to God:

"...And thank you that we could celebrate Griffin's birthday, and that he could come to our family. We love him so."

Yes, such a heartfelt prayer, said aloud for all to hear, does much to bring a spirit of harmony and unity to our home. It is the best antidote I know for the normal bickering and teasing between siblings. Thank you, Father, for commanding us to pray.