if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray

“Again, amen, I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” (MT 18: 19-20) 

When we listen to these words, we think naturally about a married couple who pray together for their children, for their future plans or for their friends. We know that the most difficult part is “together,” “agree[ing[ on earth about anything for which they are to pray.” “To pray together” is based on “to be together” or to “stay together;” in one word—on their rituals. The more rituals and the more concern they have about the quality of their time together, the easier and the more natural it is for them “to pray together.” 

“God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.” (Gospel Acclamation)