Dear Diary,
This morning started out early and beautiful. Sister Mary Claire and I were all ready when Robert pulled up to the mailbox in his pickup to take us to Holy Mass. Mini hopped right up next to me, and I tucked my little diary under my arm so I could write in it after Mass.
Once we got to church, Sister Mary Clare opened her meditation book and smiled, saying today’s meditation was about Jesus appearing to the Apostles after His Resurrection — even though the doors were shut tight for fear of the Jews. She read it quietly to me while we waited for Mass to begin.
It made me think how often I let fear or discouragement creep into my own little heart, just like the Apostles did. But Jesus didn’t scold them when He appeared — He said, “Peace be to you.” Sister explained that Jesus always comes to us kindly, even when we are scared or unsure. His Sacred Heart is full of patience and love. Robert said after Mass that Jesus still carries His wounds as proof of His love for us, and when we see them someday in Heaven, they will be like a kiss of peace for our own souls.
I thought about how Jesus told the Apostles not to be afraid, and how He gently showed them His hands and feet. I want to remember that whenever I feel unsure or timid — Jesus is always near, whispering, “It is I; fear not.”
Now that we’re home again, I feel like my heart is full of quiet joy. I’m going to try to be more patient with little troubles and remember how much Jesus loves even the smallest faith in Him.
Dear Jesus,
Thank You for showing me today that You never leave me, even when I am afraid. Please help me stay close to You, and whisper Your peace to my heart when I need it most. I love You, dear Jesus.
Amen.
Love, Kathy
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