12/28/10

Lectio: Lk 2.22-35

Meditatio: “It had been revealed to him [Simeon] by the holy Spirit that he should not see death before he had seen the messiah of the Lord.” Lk 2.26

Oratio: "O God, the elderly are precious in Your eyes even though our society often considers them useless.

I remember the aged Simeon was graced to recognze the baby Jesus as the Messih when Jesus was brought into the Temple by his parents for their purification.

Grant that I may always show respect for the elderly and honor them even if their minds should fail.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever.
Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Reflect on how I treat the elderly. Do I show them the honor and respect they are due? Resolve to do so.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 2.36-40