LOVE RECONCILES - Sacrament Of Reconciliation

20 Then a woman who had suffered from a severe bleeding for twelve years came up from behind and touched the edge of his cloak. 21 For she thought, “If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed.” 22 Jesus turned, saw her and said, “Cour­age, my daughter, your faith has saved you.” And from that moment the woman was cured. - Matthew 9:20-23

Timidly I approach,

My heartbeat crescendos

Deafening my ears.

Aware of my sin stained soul

I fall on my knees seeking mercy

Beseeching You to bless me.

You do.

And I confess.

Trembling, I touch the  tassels of Your cloak

That seamless garment of love

Woven with pity and compassion

And once again grace imbues my soul.

Healed in mind, body and spirit

I am whole.

Fear dissolves, melting into sorrow

For having wounded You

Whom I love best.

Unbidden, tears wet my cheek

I firmly resolve with Your  help

To never sin again.

The Voice that spoke

Two thousand years ago

Speaks again those blessed words

Restoring me to grace,

 “Go in peace, your sins are forgiven.”

Grace wells, drawn from Living Streams,

Suffused,

I glow

In the warmth of Your benediction.

Myra D’Souza / 6^th July 2011