Monday, November 7, 2011

Dear God,

How do we epitomize holiness? How do we become truly holy?

As I stood before the pictures of six nuns who had died in the last year, five in the last six months, I saw the faces of holiness. I remember most of them. I recall their warmth and love, their hospitality and generous prayers, and their undying devotion to you. I saw you every time I saw them.

What is the process by which we become holy, dear God? How will we know if we attain even a small part of your holiness? Is it when our minds are stayed on you? Or when we give ourselves away to your service?

The nuns I have met in the last 30 years of my life have touched and inspired me deeply. Their spirituality shows. Their love for you is so apparent. Their desire to be your hands, feet, and mouthpiece appears as they see a need and go to meet it.

How, O Lord,
do we
radiate your grace?
How do
we shine
with your love
drawing others
to the blessing?
Show me,
I pray.

Love, Andrea