December 31, 2019 THE SEVENTH DAY IN THE OCTAVE OF CHRISTMAS

1 John 2:18-21

Psalm 96

John 1:1-18

In the beginning was the Word… John 1:1

Lord, astronomers debate what existed before the Big Bang.   They try to figure out what physics caused it and how everything came into being.   St. John has the answers to their questions.  Before the Big Bang was the Holy Trinity.  Before even the first atom existed you were present.  All creation came through you, Lord.  I am a product of that creation.  You have gifted me with a certain number of years and have placed me where I live.  Over the past year you have carried me when I was weak, forgiven me when I sinned, celebrated with me in times of joy and consoled me in times of sorrow.   You haven’t missed a single second of my life.  I know I am far from perfect, dear Lord, but I also know you love me just as imperfect as I am.  As I look into the New Year to come I am confident you will be near me every day.  Help me to open myself to every grace you send my way.  Show me how to serve and to love everyone you place in my life.  Most of all, bring me closer to your most Sacred Heart.  Amen.