Month: March 2018

The Light of Your Love (2)

by leggogrego
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Dearest Jesus,

Though this day and age is covered in and clouded by so much darkness, let me seek to see and be the Light:

the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much drowsiness and dreariness, let me be the dance of Your Freedom, the jump of Your Joy,

the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much ridicule and rudeness, let me be
the the gaze of Your Goodness, the breath of Your Sweetness,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much impurity and immorality, let me be the freshness of Your Purity, the fragrance of Your Innocence,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much discrimination and dissension, let me be the posture of Your Openness, the arms of Your Acceptance,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much resentment and rejection, let me be the wave of Your Welcome, the wink of Your Kindness,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much pettiness and pride, let me be
the song of Your Greatness, the whisper of Your Littleness,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much ingratitude and impiety, let me be the cheer of Your Thanksgiving, the kiss of Your Devotion,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much arrogance and aloofness, let me be the bow of Your Humility, the genuflect of Your Reverence,
the Light of Your Love.
In these times of so much meaninglessness and misery, let me be the heartbeat of Your Hope, the breath of Your Life,
the Light of Your Love.
At a time when love seems to be disappearing from the earth and darkness covers the land…Lord Jesus Christ, Light of the World, illuminate me until I radiate You everywhere I go and in everything I do, so that everyone I meet may leave just a little better and brighter by Your Presence shining within me! Let there be Light! Let there be Love!
Let me be the Light of Your Love!
Amen.
Verse:
“I, the LORD, have called you for the victory of justice,
I have grasped you by the hand;
I formed you, and set you
as a covenant of the people,
a light for the nations,
To open the eyes of the blind,
to bring out prisoners from confinement,
and from the dungeon, those who live in darkness.”
-Isaiah 42: 7-8 (NABRE)
Quote:
“Today bring to Me the souls who especially venerate and glorify My Mercy, and immerse them in My mercy. These souls sorrowed most over My Passion and entered most deeply into My spirit. They are living images of My Compassionate Heart. These souls will shine with a special brightness in the next life…”
-Jesus to Saint Faustina, in Her Diary Divine Mercy in My Soul (1224)
Song:
PS- Today’s Image of the Our Lord comes from the Last Supper scene in Mel Gibson’s Passion of the Christ, where Jim Caviezel enacts Matthew 26:26-28, in which Jesus changes bread and wine into His Body and Blood for His disciples to receive:
While they were eating, Jesus took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and giving it to his disciples said, “Take and eat; this is my body.” Then he took a cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you, for this is my blood of the covenant, which will be shed on behalf of many for the forgiveness of sins.”

The Light of Your Love (1)

by leggogrego

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“The Light of Your Love”

Dearest Jesus,

Though this day and age is covered in and clouded by so much darkness, let me seek to see and be the Light:
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much discord and division, let me be the face of Your Mercy, the embrace of Your Forgiveness,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much hatred and harshness, let me be the gesture of Your Gentleness, the touch of Your Tenderness,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much lukewarmness and laziness,
let me be the blood of Your Charity, the sweat of Your Zeal,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much hurt and harm,
let me be the tears of Your Healing, the hug of Your Hope,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much doubt and disbelief, let me be
the tongue of Your Truth, the whisper of Your Wisdom,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much skepticism and cynicism,
let me be the of gaze of Your Awe, the gasp of Your Wonder,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much criticism and cruelty, let me be the eyes of Your Understanding, the voice of Your Encouragement,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much individualism and indifference, let me be the feet of Your Service, the hands of Your compassion,
the Light of Your Love.

In these times of so much sadness and seriousness, let me be the smile of Your Peace, the laughter of Your Happiness,
the Light of Your Love.

At a time when love seems to be disappearing from the earth and darkness covers the land…Lord Jesus Christ, Light of the World, illuminate me until I radiate You everywhere I go and in everything I do, so that everyone I meet may leave just a little better and brighter by Your Presence shining within me! Let there be Light! Let there be Love!
Let me be the Light of Your Love!
Amen.

In the Light of Your Love,

Your Sinner, Servant, Soldier, Son…
Little Gregory
Your Beloved One

Verse:
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.”
-Matthew 5:14-16 (NAB)

Quote:
“As stars illumine the night, so chosen souls illumine the earth. And the more perfect a soul is, the stronger and the more far-reaching is the light shed by it.”
-Jesus, to Saint Faustina in her Diary of Divine Mercy (502)

Song:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQaWF_oEnaQ

Today’s Image of Our Lord is Nathan Green’s “Light of the World” Painting, inspired by Jesus’ words in John 8:12: “I am the light of the world; he who follows Me shall not walk in the darkness, but have the light of life.”

You Are Our Child

by leggogrego
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“You Are Our Child”
A Poem By Little Gregory
From the Perspective of Mother Mary

Dearest child,

When everything in your life seems to be falling apart
And you need someone, just to hold your heart
Surrender it all to us, little one, from each day’s start
And our wholeness and serenity to you we will impart
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for You is an ongoing work of art

When your spirits dampen, darken, and descend
And you need someone, just to be a friend
Lean on us, little one, upon us learn to depend
And to your every pain and longing we will tend
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for you knows no boundary, limit, or end

When the standards of the world make you feel out of place
And you need someone, just to see their smiling face
Smile at us, little one, for an authentic smile is a great grace
And you will experience our warm embrace
For you are our beloved child,
For our love for you is beyond time and space

When your duties begin to taste bitter and sour
And you need someone, just to pass the hour
Yearn for us, little one, with all your power
And in the sweetness of our many blessings you will shower
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for you is shown even through the smallest flower

When your willpower is waning, withered, and weak
And you need someone, just to hear them speak
Speak to us, little one, and our reply truly seek
And you will find in us strength in the measure you are meek
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for you is taller than the mightiest peak

When your life feels empty and meaningless
And you need someone, just to restore your bliss
Love us, little one, with all affection and tenderness
And you will feel His brotherly hug and my motherly kiss
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for you is deeper than the lowest abyss

When the voice of evil drives you insane
And you need someone, just to complain
Draw near to us, little one, in the midst of your pain
And you will be released from the evil one’s every chain
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for you shall forever reign

When you’re weighted by all you’re trying hide
And you need someone, just to be by your side
Reach out for us, little one, let go of your pride
In our Sacred and Immaculate Hearts, you can always confide
For you are our beloved child,
And our Love for you will forever abide

When trials and temptations fill you with spite
And you need someone, just to make you feel right
Walk to us, little one, by faith and not by sight
And we will give you the courage to fight
For you are our beloved child,
And one day, finally fully united in Heaven as one happy family
Our Love shall be each other’s endless and eternal delight!

In all our Love,
For our every son and daughter,
Mary, your Blessed Mother
And God, Your Heavenly Father

Verse:
“Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Amen, I say to you, whoever does not accept the kingdom of God like a child will not enter it.”
-Mark 10: 14-15 (NABRE)

Quote:
“Jesus has shown me the only path which leads to the divine furnace of love. It is the complete abandonment of a baby sleeping without fear in its father’s arms.”
-Saint Therese of Lisieux, Doctor of the Church

Song:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KV2q09FzBAc

PS- Today’s Image of the Holy Family comes from the Statue outside of Notre Dame’s Coleman-Morse (COMO) Building on Bond Quad,
in celebration of the beauty and sanctity of life, marriage, and the family!

This poem was written by me from the perspective of Mary Our Mother and God Our Father. It is the third and final poem in a series dedicated to a extended family member who recently passed away. Please say a prayer for him and his family.

May he rest in peace through the infinite mercy of God,
And may his family be comforted in the time of loss. Amen.

He is Your Father

by leggogrego
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“He Is Your Father”
A Poem By Little Gregory
From the Perspective of Mother Mary
Dearest child,
When you find yourself amidst the dark of night
And you need someone, just to hold you tight
Hold onto my Son, with all of your might
And He will illuminate your heart with grace’s pure light
For He is your Father,
And His Love for you always shines bright
When your horizon is covered with fog and haze,
And you need someone, just to look into their gaze
Gaze upon my Son, now and for the rest of your days
And He will lead you to the land of paradise and praise
For He is your Father,
And His Love for you is forever ablaze
When you’re confused about where you should go
And you need someone, just to let them know
Listen to my Son, let your mind settle and slow
And His Dream, His Plan, His Will for you He will soon show
For He is your Father,
And His Love for you from the Cross did flow
When you aren’t sure what exactly you should do
And you need someone, just to be close to
Pray to my Son, do whatever He tells you
And He will place you on the path toward angelic virtue
For He is your Father,
And His love for you is tried and true
When you’re feeling defeated, down, or just plain tired
And you need someone, just to be inspired
Yearn for my Son, Who for you gave up His spirit and expired
And in Him, you’ll find more peace than you’ve ever desired
For He is your Father,
And His Love for you demands to be adored and admired
When the harsh words of others cut you to the core
And you need someone, just to rub where it’s sore
Believe in my Son, His goodness, compassion, and kindness implore
And you will experience His healing all the more
For He is your Father,
And His Love for you can’t help but be admired and adored
When discouragements and distractions start to prod and poke
And you need someone, just to take upon your yoke
Touch my Son, even just the hem of His cloak
And in His joy and laughter you will soon soak
For He is your Father,
And His Love for You is not a joke!
When your conscience is full of guilt and shame
And you need someone, just to say their name
Say the name of Jesus, His infinite mercy ask for and acclaim
And He will purify your soul like gold in a flame
For He is your Father
And His Love for you yesterday, today, and tomorrow is the same
When you’re looking back on your deathbed
And you need someone, just to hold your head
Remember my Son, and all the Blood He shed
That one day by His Body you might be daily fed
For He is your Father,
And if you truly trust, then do not be afraid…
His Love for you will raise you from the dead
In all my love, and the love of My Son,
Mary, Mother of God
And Your Mother, my little Beloved One
Verse:
“For the Father loves the Son and shows him everything that he himself does, and he will show him greater works than these that you may be amazed.”
-John 5:20 (NABRE)
Quote:
“My Heart overflows with great mercy for souls, and especially for poor sinners. If only they could understand that I am the best of Fathers to them and that it is for them that the Blood and Water flowed from My Heart as from a fount overflowing with mercy. For them I dwell in the tabernacle as King of Mercy. I desire to bestow My graces upon souls, but they do not want to accept them.”
-Jesus to St. Faustina in her Diary, Divine Mercy in My Soul (367)
Song: