Truly the Kingdom of God is
among us, within us. And Saint Paul reminds us, “Rejoice in
the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be
apparent to all. The Lord is near. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and
petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of
God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds
in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 4
How do we dare to rejoice amidst all the crumbling and brokenness and
pain? We dare to, because Jesus is with us, always near. He is our only reason to
rejoice and hope.
Photograph of Abbey glass by Brother Daniel.
