Day 24 of Lent

Its Friday and the weather man was right - wet and breezy.
During my lunch break I spent a bit of time reflecting upon the holy wounds of Jesus.

These wounds which shone like the bright sun when Jesus visited St. Margaret Mary in the 17th century, are flames of charity which reveal Christ's love for humanity.

The wounds made by the nails that were driven through Jesus' hands and feet, fastening Him to the cross, are doorways to holiness. Within these wounds you will find strength and virtue as well as a shield to repel the flaming arrows of the evil one.

I don't think many Catholics meditate or pray to the Holy Wounds these days, maybe it is considered outdated or old fashioned, but I guarantee you those who think so are totally off. The Holy Wounds are a spiritual treasure, full of power and light. Offered to the Father, the Holy Wounds rain upon sinful humanity the pardon and mercy of the Most Holy Trinity.

"Eternal Father, we offer you the wounds of Our Lord Jesus Christ, to heal those of our souls."
"My Jesus pardon and mercy, through the merits, of Thy Holy Wounds."

God bless!