DANCING FOR THE LORD

I recently came across this video, which is sure to delight. The Franciscan Mission of Legnano in Italy is bringing joy to the locals in dance.

Dancing together to the contemporary song “Jerusalem”, the religious  show off some nifty footwork and coordination. The friars and nuns are wearing their sandals, and habits, and their joie de vivre spreads around the crowd.

Dance is an art which expresses human feelings, especially joy.

Even among the mystics, we find intervals of dancing as an expression of the fullness of their love of God. (St. Theresa of Avila, St. Philip Neri, St. Gerard Majella)

Una Kim-  Monk Dance

The dance can turn into prayer which expresses itself with a movement which engages the whole being, soul and body. 

It’s not the first time the Mission Legnano has taken to the streets to spread some joy. Their aim is to follow in the footsteps of Christ by bringing friendship, peace, and comfort to the streets. Watch these joyful Italian religious men and women using dance to express their love for Jesus Christ and their community.  

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