December 8 – Humble Abode

Feast of the Immaculate Conception - Patroness of the United States

--Antiphon
Rejoice and be glad, O daughter of Zion; I will come and make my dwelling in you, says the Lord.

--Jeremiah 23:5
Behold the days are coming, says the Lord, when I will raise up a righteous shoot to David; as king he shall govern wisely, he shall do what is just and right in the land.

--Reflection
When Jesus came, he chose a humble dwelling. He is not waiting for me to be perfect, rather He desires to perfect me from where I’m. How can I create for him a humble dwelling of myself?

--Intercessions
Dispel the darkness with the light of your presence and make me worthy of your gifts.
Lord, may your kingdom come

Save me, Lord my God, that I may praise your holy name this day.
Lord, may your kingdom come

Enkindle in my heart the flame of your love, and make me long to be united with you.
Lord, may your kingdom come

You bore our infirmity; aid the sick and those who die this day.
Lord, may your kingdom come

Our Father...