Since the new words ofthe Mass has been instated I am uplifted by the priests' words at the end of the 'Our Father'.
"Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and *safe from all distress*, as we wait for the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ"
These words remind me that I do not walk alone in my day(s). I know I do not deserve his Mercy / His help / His forgiveness / His love yet he lovingly gives me all these and then some more.
Yes Lord, help me endure the everyday distress - the pain / suffering / misery / loneliness / frustrations / saddness / fear / longings / misunderstandings with others / anger / disappointments ........and that's just this mornings list. Later today there may be others and come tomorrow there just may be new ones. This list can go on-and-on-and on, but I know you understand because your son experienced them all...........
Yes Lord, keep me safe from sinning due to these many distresses I experience. With confidence and faith, hope and love and lots of patience, I wait upon the Lord for this beautiful grace.
I agree, prayer is always a conversation with God. I am thankful that our Catholic Church as many prayers and devotions for us to choose to help me start and remain in that dialogue.
What is your distress for today? And, have you asked God to walk with you in that emotion?
Thank you for pointing out the hopefulness of that beautiful prayer. Tonight I went to St. Tim's mass. When I came into the church I looked at the tabernacle and mentally threw myself on my face before it and echoed the words of St. Peter "Leave me Lord for I am a sinful (wo)man."
ReplyDeleteWhat love is this that humbles itself to take care of all my needs? How great is our Lord in his awesome self-giving. I am moved to tears even now thinking about being so loved. And, it makes me want to do so much better.
I will be looking forward to that ending blessing at every mass from now on. How great is our God!!
Peace Sister.
Sisters
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful are your reflections! In this world of turbulence your reflections bring a sense of peace & tranquility - that our Lord is near