Rejoice! Give me, God, This glad rejoicing. I am like a beggar at the gate. My rags declare my need. My knock trumpets my desire. Your courts are full Of plentiful redemption. Wine and the merriment Of the forgiven, Invite my humble footsteps. Although I bring myself To Your threshold, I cannot enter in, For … Continue reading
Sunday Snippets–A Catholic Carnival
Hello, and welcome. We are a group of Catholic bloggers who gather weekly to share our best posts with each other. Join us to read and contribute if you like. Make sure that post links back to Sunday Snippets–A Catholic Carnival. Don’t forget to leave a link to your post on our host, at RAnn’s site, This, … Continue reading
The knowledge of the mystery hidden in Jesus Christ
From a spiritual Canticle by Saint John of the Cross, priest The knowledge of the mystery hidden in Jesus Christ Though holy doctors have uncovered many mysteries and wonders, and devout souls have understood them in this earthly condition of ours, yet the greater part still remains to be unfolded by them, and even to … Continue reading
Be Ready for the Infant King
Who will come to the stable On Christmas Day? And what will they take away? Wise men, steadfast and earnest, came, Instead of palace music, They heard the donkey brae. A lowly sound and sight, Yet their wonder unallayed. Many come rejoicing, To behold the Newborn King, Bowing low, While angels sing. Christ comes for … Continue reading
