Reflection

“The future starts today, not tomorrow.” – Pope John Paul II

Prayer

God of all time,

There is no time like the present. For the past is gone and you challenge us to let go of our cares about tomorrow. You call us to live in this moment, this very moment.  We often have a hard time doing that, but when we realize that what is truly most important is what is happening right here in front of us, in the eyes of the person before us, we can allow ourselves to be fully present to what you are doing in our midst, here and now. Help us to remain fully present, that we might better extend your compassion to others—today. Amen.

Call to Action

Take time to stop throughout my day and focus on the present moment.  What gifts does it have to offer me?