Grace: The grace that my heart might always be a welcome abode for the Divine Word which so longs to dwell there. Text for prayer: Luke 19:47-48; Luke 21:37-38 Reflection: We consider two points in this meditation. The first point is that between His entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday and His Last Supper, Jesus continues to… Read more »

Grace:  Not to be deaf to the Word, but prompt and diligent to welcome him. Text:  Luke 20:19 – 21:4 Reflection:  In these final few days before his death, Jesus comes to the Temple every day to teach the people, to communicate to them the Word of the Father.  Out of love for us, he… Read more »

Grace: A deep desire to have sorrow and compassion for Jesus, to suffer with Him, because He is going to His Passion for me. Text for Prayer: Mk. 8:31-38 Reflection: At this point in the life of Christ, it is clear that Jesus knows what is coming. The cross is immediately before Him, and His… Read more »

Grace: wonder and sorrow, as our Lord labors so diligently for us even though He is shunned by all. Text for Prayer: Lk. 19: 45-47, 20:37-38.  Consider Jesus’ persistence in coming to the Temple every day to preach, and how He has to sleep outside in Bethany because no one gives Him shelter. Reflection: Palm… Read more »