Reflection
Each new moment has the potential of being a fresh beginning, a moment of developing personal harmony and peace. We know that today’s decisions shape tomorrow’s outcomes and that living each moment the best way we can creates a harmonious life. The days and weeks to come are God’s gift. God’s abiding presence will be within us in every hour of this new year. It is a time for new beginnings, unexpected surprises, and the renewal of the joy of living life fully. By living our personal peace, we can contribute to communal peace and ultimately to peace on this earth. We trust that this year will be a graced time, a time to grow in love, and a time to renew a commitment to living the message and vision of Jesus
Prayer
May I always be grateful for the gift of time.
Action
Today I will put the past into God’s hands and move into a new beginning.
Suggested Reading
Behold I am with you always.
Matthew 28:20
Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.
St. Francis de Sales
What I do today is important, because I am exchanging a day of my life for it.
Author Unknown
Today is life-the only life you are sure of. Make the most of today. Get interested in something. Shake yourself awake. Develop a hobby. Let the winds of enthusiasm sweep through you. Live today with gusto.
Dale Carnegie
Don’t let yesterday use up too much of today.
Cherokee Indian Proverb
The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, not to worry about the future, or not to anticipate troubles, but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly.
Buddha
With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.
Eleanor Roosevelt
When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive -to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.
Marcus Aurelius
Every day is a good day to be alive, whether the sun’s shining or not.
Marty Robbins