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SOMETHING TO THINK AND PRAY ABOUT THIS WEEK
Facing Into The Darkness
We all have experience of darkness in life at times. It is in facing into the dark and empty place that we can see the reality that our problems, though sometimes seemingly great in size or magnitude, are never the entirety of the story. For me, slowing down and regaining the discipline of prayer and reflection, rather than bringing me to a place of terror and ruin, actually leads me to a place of healing. It’s a place of encounter with reality, of encounter with God.
On Holy Saturday each year, silence falls, and the dark and empty tomb screams out to those who would fear the end, ‘Come, see!’ And I see now why they had to go to the tomb. Jesus was teaching them, even in a time of great misery, that we all have to go to the tomb – the dark and empty places – scary and all as that may be. Why does he call us there? Because when we go, when we face into the darkness, we will see that it is not dark at all. A wonderful light is coming. Problems, even death, are not the end. There is always the promise of three days later.
Brendan McManus SJ and Jim Deeds, Emerging from the Mess
We remember at this time...
Lord, you are our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble. We remember how you sent your angels to guard and protect those in danger, and we ask that you would send your armies of angels into places around the world torn apart by bombs and drones. Shield those who are vulnerable and preserve life amid destruction.
Lord, please bring peace on the earth. Bring the light of your truth to those who make decisions about war. And guide them toward justice and reconciliation.
When evil seems to be winning, open our eyes to see that you are at work, surrounding us with your heavenly hosts. Free us from fear and help us to trust in your almighty power, love and your perfect plan. Amen.
Sacred Space – Daily Prayer for 25 Years
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