Dear Diary,
This morning we went to Holy Mass at St. Mary’s. Father LeRoy read from the Gospel of Matthew where Jesus said, “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the Kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Father explained that Jesus was showing everyone how dear children are to Him, and how our simple hearts are exactly what He loves. He said that sometimes adults make things too hard, but Jesus wants us to come with trust—like a child who runs to a parent’s arms without fear.
I thought about that as we walked home down the gravel road. Sister Mary Claire spoke softly, reminding me that when Jesus blesses children, it is not only for those in the story but for all of us, too. She said we can carry His blessing every day if we stay close to Him, like children who hold their Father’s hand.
Just then, Mini darted off like a streak of lightning, her little bottom wagging as she chased the biggest jack rabbit I’ve ever seen. It bounded across the field with long leaps, and though Mini tried her best, she soon gave up and came back, panting but proud. Sister and I laughed, and I thought maybe Jesus loves that joy too—the joy of His creatures running free.
Now the day is ending, and my heart feels light with the thought that Jesus calls me His own.
Evening Prayer
Dear Jesus, thank You for blessing children and for calling me close to You. Help me to keep a heart that trusts, even when I grow older. Let me always run to You with joy, as Mini ran today across the field. Stay near us tonight, and bless Sister, Father LeRoy, and all the little ones who belong to You.
Our Father, who art in heaven…
This morning we went to Holy Mass at St. Mary’s. Father LeRoy read from the Gospel of Matthew where Jesus said, “Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the Kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Father explained that Jesus was showing everyone how dear children are to Him, and how our simple hearts are exactly what He loves. He said that sometimes adults make things too hard, but Jesus wants us to come with trust—like a child who runs to a parent’s arms without fear.
I thought about that as we walked home down the gravel road. Sister Mary Claire spoke softly, reminding me that when Jesus blesses children, it is not only for those in the story but for all of us, too. She said we can carry His blessing every day if we stay close to Him, like children who hold their Father’s hand.
Just then, Mini darted off like a streak of lightning, her little bottom wagging as she chased the biggest jack rabbit I’ve ever seen. It bounded across the field with long leaps, and though Mini tried her best, she soon gave up and came back, panting but proud. Sister and I laughed, and I thought maybe Jesus loves that joy too—the joy of His creatures running free.
Now the day is ending, and my heart feels light with the thought that Jesus calls me His own.
Evening Prayer
Dear Jesus, thank You for blessing children and for calling me close to You. Help me to keep a heart that trusts, even when I grow older. Let me always run to You with joy, as Mini ran today across the field. Stay near us tonight, and bless Sister, Father LeRoy, and all the little ones who belong to You.
Our Father, who art in heaven…
Love,
Kathy
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