Monday, 7 November 2016

THE APPEARING

PRAYER PAUSE


Tuesday 8 November 2016


THE APPEARING


Pause. Enter into the stillness of God within.


Reading: “while we are waiting in hope for the blessing that will come with the Appearing of the glory of our great God and saviour Christ Jesus.” Titus 2:11-14)



Reflection. While searching for an appropriate second reading for the Mass on Christmas night the people in Rome chose this one. He made his appearance in Bethlehem and we celebrate that in six weeks. But the early church of the letter to Titus was conscious we are waiting for his second and final appearance. But, before that happens, he makes his appearance every moment and in every place. Our joy is to notice - and to welcome his coming. “Have you not heard his silent steps? He comes, comes, ever comes. Every moment and every age, every day and every night, he comes, ever comes …” (Tagore)  

Prayer. Lord, may we be awake to your footsteps as you come to us every moment and every hour.. Amen





































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