"When Joseph awoke, he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took his wife into his home."
Matthew 1:24
Joseph thus accepted the role he was to play in the salvation story, difficult role as it was. How perplexing the whole thing must have seemed to Joseph and yet, he embraced it and lived it. When we think about it, we all have been given a part in the story of salvation. We may not remember being there when they passed out the scripts, but all of us who love God have been given a crucial role--just like Joseph. Jesus carefully defined our roles when he told his followers to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, care for the sick and vulnerable. Our tasks could not be more clear! And yet, I for one, so often miss my cue and stand around waiting in the wings. Let's spend some time today thinking about St. Joseph and how he models for us his willing way of embracing God's plan. Can we do the same? Even though the plan may seem murky at times? Love, heidi
Reminder to those in Idaho Falls: Our Reconciliation service is tonight at 7:00, at Christ the King. Come and clean house! Jesus is coming!
Very interesting blog Heidi. I wish I would remember to read it more often! Love you! Have a great Christmas!!
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