Our God Comes

"The King shall come when morning dawns,
And light triumphant breaks;
When beauty gilds the eastern hills,
And life to joy awakes.

"O brighter than that glorious morn
Shall this fair morning be,
When Christ, out King, in beauty comes,
And we his face shall see"

So we sing about the reality that we anticipate tomorrow, but which has already happened over
two thousand years ago. We have one last day to prepare for the Great Day, for some it will be work as usual, for others, frantic last-minute shopping, cooking or decorating, for others, especially those in monastic or contemplative settings, quiet reflection and prayer. God has become human, God knows what's in our hearts. Let us not fret but do what we must, and do it joyfully, and lovingly. Let us see the beauty in the music, the decorations, in the love that motivates our giving, and above all, in God's plan for our salvation. Let holy Mass tonight be the focus of our Christmas, for there in a most special way, Jesus is present and in communion becomes one with us. May our Christmas Communion bring together all the thought, reflection and prayer of our Advent journey and enable us to receive Jesus with more understanding and love than usual. Our God comes to our sanctified hearts to perform wonders among us. (cf. Jos. 3:5). Let us rejoice, be glad, and never cease to give thanks.
Bro. Rene