“A single candle in the dark of night, a tiny flicker with a brilliant light.”
~ Toni Armenta Andrukaitis
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“Look at how a single candle can both defy and define the darkness.” ― Anne Frank
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Before our weekly support group at St. Gabriel’s, I always walk into the dimly lit sanctuary to bless myself with holy water from the font. Last night, there wasn’t a soul in sight. Perhaps unseen souls were there, but unbeknownst to me. There are two walls on opposite sides near the back with rows of votive candles. One side has a painting of the Blessed Mother Mary, and the other side has St. Joseph, the carpenter, with his young apprentice, Jesus.
Given an option, I light a candle beneath the guiding eyes of St. Joseph. This is to pray for my son Joseph and his new family, but also my son Matthew, and the rest of my family and friends. I always have the same prayer, “Health and happiness for my family and friends.” Then, I add a specific intention here and there.
I’m a strong believer in prayers, which are basically those silent thoughts and wishes in your mind.
“A single candle in the dark of night, a tiny flicker with a brilliant light.”
Toni Andrukaitis 
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