Saturday of the Second Week of Advent

In the Gospel two days ago we heard Jesus tell the crowds that John the Baptist is Elijah.  And in the Gospel today Jesus tells the disciples:  “ Elijah will indeed come and restore all things; but I tell you Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him but did to him whatever they pleased.  So also will the Son of Man suffer at their hands.”

Today I pray for the grace to recognize people in my life who could bring me closer to God.  I ask myself to explore times I treat someone as I please rather in the way they should be treated.  I reflect upon how I can be inspired by Elijah to share the good news of the birth of Jesus this Advent season.  I pray for the awareness to not let a busy schedule and long lists of obligations turn me away from God.

Lord, make us turn to you; let us see your face and we shall be saved.