May 9. Ecumenism.  SEE.  George and Fatima could share well on another sensitive subject.  “In our parish we have some Hindu and some Muslim converts but sadly for us, some of our girls having married into Muslim families have become Muslims too. Others are in “mixed marriage” families, practising two forms of religion. Prayers and practices about how and what to cook for food, how to pray and fast are things people do at home and if we really think of our families as little churches we should sort those things out so that they don’t cause conflict.  Conforming to some religious practices in the home as a compromise for the sake of peace and harmony can be an ubuntu thing.”

JUDGE. Reflect, share. Scripture Timothy’s father was a Greek. Paul wanted Timothy to accompany him and he took and circumcised him because of the Jews that were in those places for they all knew that his father was a Greek.   From Acts 16:1-10. Pope Francis: Marriages involving disparity of cult represent a privileged place for interreligious dialogue in everyday life.   They involve special difficulties regarding both the Christian identity of the family and the religious upbringing of children. Bearing witness to the ability of the Gospel to immerse itself in these situations will make possible the upbringing of children in the Christian faith AL 248.  Pope Leo in Algeria on St Augustine:  “He is still a very important figure today, as his writings, his teaching, his spirituality, his invitation to search for God and to search for truth is something that is very much needed today, a message that is very real for all of us today, as believers in Jesus Christ, but also for all people. ACT AND PRAY. Ask how open am I to people of other religions?  Mary, mother most accepting, pray for us.