This morning was chilly, about 52 degrees, and the air felt fresh when we walked out to the mailbox. Robert picked us up as usual and right on time, and Mini came along, sitting close to me like she always does. The fields looked quiet and a little gray in the early light, like everything was just waking up.
At Holy Mass, Father LeRoy talked about how Jesus always keeps His promises. He said that when Jesus told His disciples He would see them again, He truly meant it—and He did just what He said. Father explained it in a simple way so I could understand: he said Jesus never forgets, never changes His mind, and never breaks His word. Not even a little promise.
That made me think. Sometimes I say I will do something good—like be patient or say my prayers better—but then I forget or get tired. Father said even the smallest good thing, like giving someone a cup of water, matters to Jesus and will never be lost. That made me feel comforted, like even my little efforts count.
On the ride home, I held Mini and thought about how kind Jesus is to remind us that being merciful and helping others will lead us to heaven. Father said we shouldn’t be afraid all the time, but instead remember that Jesus wants to reward us and help us do good.
I want to try harder to keep my promises to Jesus, just like He keeps His promises to me.
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for always keeping Your promises, even when I forget mine.
Help me to be faithful in little things, and not give up when I feel tired.
Please forgive me for the times I have not done what I said I would do.
Make my heart steady and true, like Yours.
And help me remember that even small acts of love matter to You.
Amen.
Love, Kathy
The Lord's Prayer




