The eminently quotable St. Justin Popović. I am reminded of a parish I served once that regularly purchased their prosphora from an out-of-state bakery in bulk. One might question if a single prayer were involved in the process. Who prepares the bread and how often is always a point of discussion. Sometimes one family takes it on, sometimes families in rotation, and sometimes the clergy couple do it themselves. Each of these has its drawbacks and its advantages (quality control, strengthening spiritually, sometimes financially helpful). The history of presenting bread for the sacrifice in the Liturgy (or festal occasions or for the reposed) is long and winding and I hope everyone takes the time to read up on it as it reinforces both our prayers and and the unifying acts of the Church everyone can participate in. Give baking a try, too. It brings families together!
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