Be Transformed
In this culturally tumultuous time filled with noise, we are bombarded by loud clashing voices competing for our allegiance. Who do we listen to? Who do we believe? How do we teach our children to discern the Truth? How do we discern the Truth?
And he said, “Go forth, and stand upon the mountain before the Lord.” And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and broke in pieces the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the Lord the Lord was not in the earth quake; and after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice.” 1 Kings 19:11-12
The “still small voice.” The still small voice is how Jesus spoke. As the winds and thunder of chaos swirl about us in these times we are invited to be present to our Lord in the silence of Eucharistic Adoration. What a gift we give our children when we provide opportunities for them to escape the noise and constant activity and come before the Lord to adore HIm; to worship Him; to talk to Him; and to listen to Him. As we spend time with Jesus, we are strengthened; consoled and guided. We are transformed.
“All of us, gazing with unveiled face on the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, as from the Lord who is the Spirit.” 2 Corinthians 3:18
Children, in their simplicity and trust are especially receptive to “the still small voice of the Lord”. As adults, we can often learn from them.
Check out the resources below for suggestions on providing opportunities for quiet prayer and times of listening in your home; in Church; during the Mass; and during times of Adoration. Helping your children to develop a close relationship with our Lord may be the most profound and lasting gift you offer them.
Resources
What do we do in Adoration? Fr. Josh Johnson
How to do Eucharistic Adorations with Kids. Jerry Windley-Daoust, Teaching Catholic Kids
Let Our Eucharistic Hearts & Homes Protect Our Family. Kathleen Beckham, Catholic Exchange