May 6, 2011

My Journey to God

Presence

I close my eyes and feel your presence, Lord,
As close as breathing,
Now slowly filling my soul.

I open my eyes and see your presence, Lord.
You are in everything I see.
Your creation shouts your praise.

I feel love through those around me
And I know your presence, Lord.
You have blessed me with people to love in my life,
And yet I can also see your presence in those I don’t know—
Those who need your love.

I read your word and hear your presence, Lord,
Speaking to my heart,
Answering my prayers with your comfort and truth.

I pray at Mass and receive your presence, Lord,
As you asked us to do in remembrance of you,
And receive another blessing from your hand.

Help me to feel your presence.
Help me to know your presence.
Help me to be your presence.

Amen.

By Gina Langferman

(Gina Langferman is a member of St. Barnabas Parish in Indianapolis and a teacher at St. Rose of Lima School in Franklin.) †

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