Memorial of St. Brigid of Kildare

Reflection

“I should like a great lake of finest ale / for the King of kings. I should like a table of the choicest food / for the family of heaven. Let the ale be made from the fruits of faith / and the food be forgiving love. I should welcome the poor to my feast, for they are God’s children. I should welcome the sick to my feast, for they are God’s joy. Let the poor sit with Jesus at the highest place, and the sick dance with the angels.” –St. Brigid of Kildare

Prayer

God of harmony,

Today we honor the life of Saint Brigid, a woman of peace. In the midst of conflict, she brought harmony. In darkness, she brought light, to the downcast she brought hope. Inspire us through the example of Saint Brigid to care for those who are poor and oppressed. Open our hearts to the joy of your presence and our ears to the power of your voice. Rooted in your love and consoled by your presence, may we be instruments of peace, hope, and light for all we encounter this day and every day. Amen.

Call to Action

For what am I anxious this day? Take time to release it by taking a quiet, calm moment alone.