The Robe
Lord of the centuries, Knit, of our pain, the knots, That mysteriously arrange themselves Across our days. Guide, by unseen fingers, Each little pearl, To form a cloth Alive with Your Golden threads, Infinitely more than happenstance or tragedy. Each strand of Time a mystery, Bathed in trial and tears, Yet rich in Awe, Resplendent … Continue reading
Fully Human
Just think about it, the conception of our Savior! Mary had a choice, and chose the Will of God. Fiat! “Fiat mihi secundum verbum tuum,” “Be it done to me according to Your Word.” Mary, the Women, the New Eve, welcomed her Son, The Son of God, into her womb, Into our world. From this … Continue reading
The Church Militant
The Church Militant “Behold the Lamb of God, Behold Him Who takes away The sins of the world.” A priest holds aloft, The consecrated Host. “Behold…” One by one. Standing in adoration, Each receives. They pass before me. I hear, “Behold, My army, Each, a living monstrance.” ©2016 Joann Nelander
