'For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps.' 1 Peter 2:21
When we go on pilgrimage we take with us what is called pilgrim baggage but what will we take home? St Giouanna says, ' By being a pilgrim my heart learns to hear the cries of those who have no choice but to be pilgrims; refugees, poor,and impoverished. Today our lives are impacted with news of the refugees fleeing from wars in the Middle East, the looming humanitarian crisis in Africa with pending starvation of millions and a deadly virus and the persecution of Christians who are being forced to convert to Islam or be killed. What do you take home when you go to your quiet place of prayer, your quiet day, your retreat, your time of reflection? These things are so important to do because it is in those times we hear the voice of God and are led to follow his ask of us. Without hearing his voice we are like pilgrims taking baggage with us and then bringing it home. Set firm in your mind and heart when you go to seek God that there is a difference between the visitor and the pilgrim. When you visit your special place of prayer come away knowing that.
Grace and peace from the Lord Jesus Christ.
Anne, servant of the Lord.
praying at the Western Wall Jerusalem
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