Day 17 of Lent

Today is the first Friday of the Month, a day which is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Early tomorrow morning I am scheduled to participate in Eucharistic adoration. I have been going to Eucharistic adoration for several years now and I am always looking forward to spending time with Jesus, even though I must admit that getting up in the early (am) can be a bit rough at times.

On Friday's, whether its Lent or not, I tend to make my daily reflection on the Crucifixion. There are many dimensions of the spiritual life that issue forth from Christ's suffering and death on the cross. The one dimension that I am drawn to, that never grows old, is that of charity.

With outstretched arms Christ bids all souls to come to Him and experience His love and mercy. The cross impels me to love God and neighbor and to recognize that love is not about feelings, but instead, love is about sacrifice.

God bless!