December 13, 2022, Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Advent-A ST LUCY, VIRGIN, MARTYR

Zephaniah 3:1-2, 9-13

Psalm 34

Matthew 21:28-32

I will bless the Lord at all times.  Ps. 34:2

“Which of the two did his Father’s will?”  Matthew 21:31

Lord, I am both sons. I have at times said “no” to you but changed my mind and followed your will.  I’ve also said “yes I will do it” but weakened and failed to keep my word to you. Talk is cheap. Actions speak louder than words do. Lord, you understand me so well.  You know of my good intentions, and you see my failures. Yet you never give up on me because you also see my potential. You have infinite patience.  Thank you for that. Lord, help me to see where I can more often say yes to you and stick to it. Let me change my no to yes. Never let me say “never.” Guide my heart to be open to your mercy. I can become, with the graces I receive in the Sacrament of Reconciliation and in the Mass, one whose yes means yes.  One who does what he says he’ll do. Lord unite my heart with yours today. During this Advent time of preparation change me to be more receptive to your will in all things.  St. Lucy pray for us.  Amen