The Holy Name of Jesus

Today we celebrate the feast of the Most Holy Name of Jesus. It is an appropriate feast during this Christmas Season as we continue to thank God for the gift of His Son. As it says in John's Gospel and this is the promise of Jesus, "Whatever you ask in my name, I will do" (Jn 14:13). In the Catechism of the Catholic Church, "The name of 'Jesus' contains all...His name is the only one that contains the presence it signifies" (#2666). According to Richard Rolle, "If you think the name 'Jesus' continually, it purges your sin and kindles your heart; it clarifies your soul, it removes anger and does away with slowness. It wounds in love and fulfills charity. It chases the devil and puts our dread. It opens heaven, and makes you contemplative. It puts all vices and phantoms out from the lover" (Magnificat, 55). The name of Jesus provides power and strength. It is the name of God's only Son, the Savior of the world, and Prince of Peace. Let us always adore the holy name of Jesus and keep it permanently fixed in our mind, heart, and soul. Have a blessed day!!!