Pope Benedict XVI wrote, "The most authentic and profound vocation of the family is that of accompanying all its members on the journey to the discovery of God and of the design. He has laid down for them." The Lord calls us to pray together for only in prayer can we come to know God and His dreams for us. We encourage you to have these lovely prayer candles blessed and then light them during times of family prayer. They can be a great help in beginning family prayer times as well. As Father Patrick Peyton said, "The family that prays together stays together!" Amen!

• Hand -decorated with metallic gold wax