The Third Day

as the

third day dawned
sorrow's silent dirge
persistent yet
unwelcomed
finally spurred me to
His resting place
longing for a comfort
that only He could impart
heartbroken
my tears vainly
sought to mend my
open wound created by
His Passion's agony
a loss daily endured
now made unbearable by
His disappearance
empty garments
enshrined the mystery
announced by
radiant messengers
which only
added to my confusion
till my Devotion's Identity-
at first unrecognized-
Caressed my name
revealing that familiar

Tenderness which forgave 

so much and now Anointed 

me with Healing Joy even
without any embrace for
Love's Mission to bring 

this Good News which
purposed my soul and 

wedded my spirit to 

His as now all things 

were made New...

Reflection/Discussion:

-Describe Mary Magdalene's experience.
-What does "wedded my spirit to His" mean?
-What does "Caressed my name" communicate?
-Do you think He "Caresses" your name?
-If yes, how have you experienced that?
-If you don't know or don't believe so, why?
-Do you experience the joy of the Resurrection? Why/not?
-How can you grow in joy?

-Why is all this 'Good News'?

-What is your Mission?