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Contemplative insight from Mepkin Abbey, drawn from our daily liturgical readings and homily. Help us to pray, one thought per day.

Deep in tears, then called,
Turn and recognize the Lord
Turn, be free, and tell

Apr 02

"To my Brothers:
Go, tell that they will see Me!"
You with fear and joy.

Apr 01

Christ has arisen!
Gate of Heaven flung open!
Death has been conquered!

Mar 31

Mary's silent YES
Yes from CRADLE to the CROSS
Yes unto the TOMB

Mar 30

boundless compassion
undeterred crucifixion
wrought us salvation

ex-cru(x)ciating
most remembered death of all
Christ's salvific love

Mar 29

self-emptying love
o, take and eat, take and drink
Real Presence stays...

Mar 28

broke bread then betrayed
but lo, it's not the last word
Resurrection is!

Mar 27

Jesus offers self
love, care and strength to remain
Judas refuses

Mar 26

Mary's anointing
Yes, commended by Jesus
Abhorred by Judas

Mar 25

Christ's saving Passion
Emmanuel in compassion
Death to Ress'rection

Mar 24