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TODAY’S WORD…

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Jesus said,

“For where two or three are gathered in My name,

there am I in the midst of them.”

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– Matthew 18:20 (RSV)

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REFLECTION…

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St. Thomas Aquinas comments that

“love is inconceivable if there is only one person:

it implies the presence of two or more.”

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And so it is that when Christians meet together in the name of Christ for the purpose of prayer:

our Lord is present among them,

faithfully and gladly listening to their unanimous prayer.

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This is why communal prayer can be so uplifting, holy and inspiring – because of Christ’s presence.

If only we would take the Lord’s words more seriously

and realise that He is always true to His promises.

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A belief in Christ’s reassurance and promises

would change our attitudes towards daily prayers said as a family,

including grace at meals, morning and night prayers, the rosary…

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Jesus’ promise is, therefore, very encouraging

also to those who meet regularly as a group of believers, to pray and to give praise to God.

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What could be more wonderful than calling upon the Lord

and having Him present as we share His love, joy, peace and Good News!

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QUOTE…

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“Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.” – “Where charity and love resides, there God is.”

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– Holy Thursday liturgy

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REPETITIVE PRAYER FOR TODAY…

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Lord Jesus, Your promises are true!

Bring me, Lord, to gladly praise and worship You in company,

that I may exult in Your glorious presence.

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