Recognizing Christ in the Temple and in our Churches today
by Sister Agnes Fischer
On Sunday -- forty days after we contemplated the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem -- we celebrate that occasion when Mary and Joseph, in order to fulfill the law, presented their blessed son in the temple of Jerusalem. The Messiah awaited by the people of Israel enters the holy place, but is recognized by only two elderly people.
Simeon and Anna lived in a special friendship with God, and that is why the mystery of the Lord's presence in His Temple was revealed to them. They prophesied what would become of Jesus, and Simeon foretold what would happen to Mary.
Today we have the presence of the Lord in every church every day. He waits for us there with love and patience.
- Is there a church nearby that is open during the day where I could stop in to “visit”?
- Would I ever do that?
- Why or why not?
Thanks Ag. Loved the idea of Simeon and Anna having a special relationship with our God. Great way to define a prophet.