Dear Lord you have created this earth for your glory just as you have created me. As this summer comes to a close, relieve my stress and my worries. Increase my faith in you. Help me to use this week solely, yes solely, for your glory. Help me as I finish my required books -- may I enjoy them and … [Read more...] about The earth is not my home
Eyes wide open in church
When you enter the church, you have entered heaven on earth. The structure has been built solely to house a liturgy that brings you to a heavenly reality. In turn, the liturgy transforms our present world, and this is reflected in church architecture. But not even the Hagia Sophia nor Notre Dame … [Read more...] about Eyes wide open in church
At this time last year
"Why are you afraid?" The words of Jesus right before he calmed the sea in Matthew. My Jesus, my Jesus, I stream tears of sadness, but they are also tears of joy because O God, my Lord, my Light, you work all things for the good of our souls. I trust in you. Your word, O Lord, is a lamp to my feet … [Read more...] about At this time last year
No reservations
Before the Blessed Sacrament yesterday, I was very tired. I think I was somewhat dehydrated and I think this contributed to it in addition to a long day of work. In fact it was bad enough that I spent I think most of my hour at least half asleep. However, in spite of this weakness which seems to … [Read more...] about No reservations
“It was worship.”
Most of us won't leave a prayer journal behind like Isaac's. But by the way we live, each of us, this day, can leave a journal entry on the heart of someone else. We treasure notes from people who were touched by Isaac's life. The marks he left on others are perhaps his most compelling … [Read more...] about “It was worship.”
How I long for your Spirit
O God, now I have given my life to you, but where should I go? Lead me to your calling. You say that all whose desire is holiness shall be satisfied. How I long, O Lord, for your Spirit to complete me. To be overcome with love for you. To totally and entirely shun all that is worldly. To totally and … [Read more...] about How I long for your Spirit