This week we begin to be ever mindful of the Lenten readings, practices, prayers, and ponderings that have moved us toward a deeper awareness of ourselves and our relationship with our God and all creation. The week that is named Holy is fast approaching. Therefore, it would be an excellent opportunity to lean back into the seasons of our lives as we have journeyed from Advent to Lent. What have you noticed? Where have you felt resistance? With what have you resonated within the readings? Are there places within you that need “realignment” as you manage your journey of life?
Story:
A beggar tugged at the sleeve of a passer-by and begged for money to buy a cup of coffee. This was his story. ‘There was a time, sir, when I was a wealthy businessman just like you. I worked hard all day long. On my desk was the motto: THINK CREATIVELY, ACT DECISIVELY, AND LIVE DANGEROUSLY. That’s the motto I lived by – and money just kept pouring in. And then . . .and then’ the beggar’s frame shook with sobs, - ‘and then the cleaning woman threw out my motto with the trash.’
So what is the Good News for us this week?
• Let us ask to be open to the graces of the Scriptures as we take up the challenge to walk in mystery with Mystery this pre-Holy Week.
• Let us be receptive to God’s invitation to “think creatively, act decisively, and live dangerously” as we discern what it means to embrace Jesus’ mission.
• Let us practice using the Examine to reflect on our lives as to what is life-giving or life- zapping!
• Let us ask for the grace we need to grow in our belief that God believes in us . . . and ponder what would be a great motto for each of us to live out this week?
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