Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Today and everyday we rejoice in the cross of Christ!!! It is no longer a tree of punishment, shame, and torture, but it is the tree of life!!! Through Jesus' death on the cross, our sins are forgiven and through his resurrection we have the hope of eternal life!!! As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states: "The event of the cross and Resurrection abides and draws everything toward life" (CCC 1085). Each time we look at the cross or crucifix we are reminded of God's great love for us! Of course our call as disciples is to pick up our crosses each day and follow in the footsteps of our Lord. May we do so with courage, patience and perseverance, knowing that our Lord has paved the way for us and he walks with us, by our side!!! Let us boast in the cross of Christ for it is the tree of life and salvation!!! Have a blessed Feast day!!!