Boise, ID
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The following story comes to us from team leader Lucy with our team in Boise, ID:
Some people bring us honest questions. So, thank you again for your prayers for the Boise Catholic street evangelization effort.
Two men were passing by. One of them paused at our invitation to receive a free Rosary, and then approached the table. His name was “Isaac”, and Chuck visited with him awhile. At first, Isaac just wanted to know why we were giving out Rosaries, and wondered if anyone ever took one. He responded positively to our purpose, but said he “did not go in for organized religion, but tried to be just spiritual.” He also revealed that he had gotten “ordained” online and performed a wedding ceremony for some friends. Based on the deep meaning he found in that wedding, the evangelist made the pitch for the deeper meaning of the rites and Sacraments of the Church. He also pointed out that the Rosary, too, held the opportunity of a deeper connection with Christ. Isaac then chose a Rosary and said, as it turns out, he lives not far away from a Catholic parish. So, the evangelist suggested he pray the Rosary in the quiet of the church. The idea seemed to intrigue him. Pray that Isaac heeds the Holy Spirit’s call to seek Christ, not just within himself but in the Catholic Church.
Meanwhile, Isaac’s friend, “Cameron”, also approached the table but didn’t want a Rosary. He was wearing a cross necklace. A non-Catholic Christian, he is from across the country and is in town to help out his mother. He kept commenting on how nice the people are here, and that stores can even display merchandise outside on the sidewalk without worry about theft. I chalked that up to the lawful atmosphere in the city granted us from the prayers of its believers. She also affirmed Cameron in his decision to honor his mother by being there for her during this difficult time. The evangelist also prayed for him for continued wisdom and strength. Cameron ended up choosing a Rosary, and said he’d like to bring his mother to meet us next week. May God bless both men and draw them to Himself.
Two women stopped after one of them hesitantly approached the table. She was not familiar with the Rosary, and “used to be Christian”. I explained the Rosary as a series of meditations on the life of Christ, and how it could be used to learn Who Jesus is. She also mentioned how people who reverently use the Rosary prayers to seek answers about Jesus find peace and protection. The woman chose a nice chain one and accepted the Rosary pamphlet. May she feel drawn to the Rosary prayer and encounter her Living Lord through it.
Praised be Jesus Christ!