We went back into the deep freeze today. It was 10 degrees above zero when I first looked out the window, and the snow was falling in flakes so big it seemed they could rest in a coffee cup without even melting.
By evening, Robert picked us up as usual and right on time, and we all went together to Saturday Mass. St. Mary’s was glowing when we arrived. Father LeRoy had the church all warm from the wood that Robert so faithfully keeps bringing.
Father LeRoy based his homily on today’s meditation from The Circling Year. He said Lent is not only about outside things we give up, but the inside places we let God reach. He explained that sometimes our hearts are like frozen ground in winter—hard on top—but life is still there underneath. God does not smash the ground open. He warms it slowly and patiently.
Father said prayer, sacrifice, and small hidden kindnesses are like steady warmth. They soften what has gotten stiff in us—pride, impatience, wanting our own way. And if we feel like we are not changing fast enough, we should not lose heart, because even a snow-covered field is preparing for spring.
We were all glad to get back home, and Mini was especially ready for her supper.
Tonight the snow is still falling, soft and steady, and the farm is quiet.
Evening Prayer
Dear Jesus,
Warm the frozen places in my heart.
Help me to be patient while You work in me.
Teach me to do small kindnesses without being noticed.
And keep our little church warm with Your love.
Love,
Kathy
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