With regard to my soul, only God knows my lack of zeal, generosity, love of God and neighbor, and how imperfect are my actions. I feel that in the past I have not made sufficient progress but I hope to advance in the future for even now I find that I do not act without committing some evident defect - St. Joseph Vaz
For when we look at the lives of those who have faithfully followed Christ, we are inspired with a new reason for seeking the city which is to come.
My brothers and sisters, let us always participate prayerfully and actively in the celebration of the Eucharist because true and authentic participation in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, identifies us with Jesus’s Heart, sustains our strength along the pilgrimage of this life, makes us long for eternal life, and unites us even now to the Church in heaven, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and all the saints.
Today let us give thanks to God for the gift of the Holy Eucharist by appreciating and showing gratitude to Him for feeding and strengthening us with His Most Precious Body and Blood. Let us respect, acknowledge and honor the real presence of Christ when we worship and adore Him in the Most Holy Eucharist. Lastly, let us renew our faith in God and deepen our relationship with Him so that we can sincerely and truthfully witness to Him in our world today.
