Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Dear God,

Memory gives us the wondrous gift of reliving high, holy moments.  As we returned to the monastery for liturgy after having retreated together last week, you brought to mind the beauty of Holy Thursday with worship, the procession, the bells, candles and singing.  My soul was warmed to think we were given the privilege of being in your presence with the Benedictine sisters during Holy Week.

There have been so many sweet memories of faith these last seventy plus years.  Healings, insights, transformations, corrections, challenges, unexpected surprises, numerous moments of grace and mercy.  To soar with you in faith is the greatest joy in human living.  Yes, we can enjoy earthly experiences but none compares to faith and journeys with you into the depths.  Gratitude, that is all I can say, I feel such gratitude.

Holy God,
you bless us
with gifts
from on high.
You offer us
your love
but also
the challenge
of rising
in faith.
You show us
the ways
of the divine.
You take us
on spiritual adventures.
You are God;
there is none
like you.

Love Andrea