After six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no fuller on earth could bleach them. Then Elijah appeared to them along with Moses, and they were conversing with Jesus. Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, Rabbi, it is good that we are here! Let us make three tents: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah. He hardly knew what to say, they were so terrified. Then a cloud came, casting a shadow over them; then from the cloud came a voice, This is my beloved Son. Listen to him. Suddenly, looking around, they no longer saw anyone but Jesus alone with them. -The 4th Luminous Mystery

sign of the cross


sign of the cross
Question from on 07-31-2007:
Dear Father, First thank you for answering my past questions. I am wondering why do some people make the sign of the cross and then blow into their hands? They might not be blowing, maybe kissing? I sometimes see this after reception of Holy Communion. Thank you, Debbie
Answer by Rev. Mark J. Gantley, JCL on 07-31-2007:
There is no liturgical requirement of making the sign of the cross after receiving Holy Communion, even if this is a common custom.

It is common for people in some cultures to kiss their hand/thumb after making the sign of the cross. It is not part of the official manner of making the sign of the cross.

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