- Parish of O'Gonnelloe

Lord, we become attached to the things which bring us close to you: our devotions and pilgrimages; the way liturgy is celebrated in our parish; our method of prayer. When we have to give them up we become anxious and even angry. But we have learned from experience that we must not let our hearts be troubled or afraid because you are greater than any manifestation of your presence, and just as Jesus went away from his disciples and returned so you will always show yourself to us in a new way.
Lord, open my heart to prayer and care this day. Open my eyes to the beauty and problems of others. Open my heart to your love for me. Amen

Reflection

The world would like to change you;
There are pressures all around.
You must decide just who you are,
Then firmly stand your ground.
You have an image of yourself,
An ideal sense of you;
And to this vision you must always
Struggle to be true.
You know what you are good at,
And you know where your talents lie;
But if you’re ruled by others,
Your uniqueness could pass by.
Remember, there is much to learn;
But all new things aren’t good.
Wisdom lies in what you’ve learned
And what you have withstood.