Sunday, July 10, 2011

From the heavens


Just as from the heavens
the rain and snow come down
and do not return there
till they have watered the earth,
making it fertile and fruitful,
giving seed to the one who sows
and bread to the one who eats,
so shall my word be
that goes forth from my mouth;
my word shall not return to me void,
but shall do my will,
achieving the end for which I sent it.


(Today's first reading Isaiah 55:10-11)

Sunday, July 03, 2011

"Come to me...

"...all you who labor and are burdened,
and I will give you rest.


Take my yoke upon you
and learn from me,
for I am meek and humble of heart;
and you will find rest for yourselves.
For my yoke is easy,
and my burden light.


(Matthew 11:28-30 - today's Gospel)