April 29, 2019 Monday of the 2nd Week of Easter-C ST CATHERINE OF SIENA, VIRGIN, DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH
Acts of the Apostles 4:23-31
Psalm 2
John 3:1-8
As they prayed, the place where they were gathered shook… Acts 4:31
“…unless one is born from above, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God.” John 3:3
Lord, it’s so easy, as we work, play and live our daily lives, to enter into a routine and forget your presence and intense interest in everything about us. We can be in a state of indifference toward you and a self-reliance as we deal with challenges and trials. But the truth is we don’t take a breath without you knowing it. Every beat of our hearts is ordained by you. Since my Baptism I have been your favored and blessed and precious child. You beam with pride when I am faithful to you and loving to those around me. You maybe shed a tear when I sin but immediately open your arms wide for my return. Lord, Easter is a great time for the renewal of my spirit. This is a perfect time for you to shake me up like the Apostles in the place where they were. Lord, may I have a spiritual rebirth and set me on fire for you and your dream for me. I want to again experience the joy of being your child and I pray for a rebirth in your transforming grace. Amen.