You, by Your Presence, O Lord, Are Light to my darkness. You are the kiss upon my brow, The oil upon my head, The arms of sweet embrace, The banner over my heart. You, All Love, Bless this child of Your magnificent And magnanimous Mercy. Day by day. I find You all about me. Flowers … Continue reading
Becoming Flame
I offer You the straw of my life,O Lord of my redemption.Send Your angels, day by day,To glean my field,To fuel the fire of Your Love. Did You not say,“Learn from Me,For I am meek,And humble of heart?”You do not need my riches.You seek my poverty, my emptiness. Your Fire penetrates my stubble.I become like … Continue reading
Simone Biles is busy seeking gold, but still manages to make Mass
Simone Biles has quickly become the favorite to dominate in this year’s gymnastics competitions in Rio. Her routines are nearly flawless and everyone has been in awe of her amazing skill and collected demeanor, barely flinching under the immense pressure of the judges. What is it that drives her to be the best? To answer … Continue reading
St.Augustin on St. Lawrence and Vocation
He ministered the sacred blood of Christ The Roman Church commends to us today the anniversary of the triumph of Saint Lawrence. For on this day he trod the furious pagan world underfoot and flung aside its allurements, and so gained victory over Satan’s attack on his faith. As you have often heard, Lawrence was … Continue reading
A Prayer in Adoration
Here I am Lord,Sitting, kneeling,Prostrate in spiritBefore You, adoring.Who You are in Your gloryLies hidden under the appearanceOf this Holy Bread before me. You have revealed to Your ChurchThe wonder, and magnificenceOf Your living Presence.With Mother Church,I extol Your beauty.Truths come to mindAnd I give assent. I am married to You,O Holy Bridegroom.In the fullness … Continue reading
A Place Apart
A desert You prepare for me.In solitude You allure me.An encounter awaits me,Your heart waiting for mine.A thousand betrayals,Hasn’t dimmed Your visionFor Love’s elect. ©2012 Joann Nelander
