This morning felt just right again because Father LeRoy is feeling better and Church was back to normal. I was so happy to hear that, because going to Mass is like the steady beat of our week.
Robert picked us up and gave us a ride to Church. Sister and I climbed in, and Mini came too, sitting close and watching out the window. On the way, Sister and I told Robert what the homily would likely be about. Father uses the same meditation book that follows the Liturgical year, so we had already read today’s meditation together. Robert smiled and said he liked knowing ahead of time what Father would be speaking about, and it made the ride feel cozy and thoughtful.
At Church, Father spoke about Mary’s Thanksgiving—the Magnificat. When he said Mary’s words, “My soul doth magnify the Lord,” they sounded very beautiful and gentle. I thought about how Mary always gave everything back to God. She never kept the praise for herself, even though God had given her the greatest gifts of all. Sister later whispered that Mary’s whole life was like one long thank-you to God, not just her words but everything she did.
Father also spoke about Mary’s joy when she said, “My spirit hath rejoiced in God, my Saviour.” That joy didn’t come from anything in the world, but from loving God completely and knowing He was close. I tried to listen very carefully and hold those words in my heart.
When we rode home, I kept thinking how nice it is that the Church year guides us step by step, and that Father, Sister, and even us children can follow along together, learning the same things at the same time.
My Resolution:
Today I will try to thank God more often and remember that real joy comes from loving Him and giving everything back to Him.
Love,
Kathy
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