Peace and Justice!!!

"If you want peace, work for justice." This is a quote from Pope Paul VI, who was pope of the Roman Catholic Church from 1963-1978. Working and Praying for peace is something that we do on a daily basis. People want to live in harmony and peace. We pray for peace around the world, in our communities, and in our very lives. I have been a firm believer that for peace to exist it has to begin with us. We need to know peace in our lives and hearts and that will compel us to share peace with others. The Mass prayers that I used this morning were from those titled, "Preservation of Peace and Justice." Even the Entrance Antiphon for Mass was a good beginning, "The Lord speaks of peace to his people and his holy ones and to those who turn to him" (Ps.85:9). As Advent Time quickly approaches, we need to prepare our minds and hearts for the coming of the Prince of Peace. Our Lord offers peace to us and we need to share that peace with others! May we do our part to create a peaceful environment by working for justice for all!!! Have a blessed day!!!