ADORATION OF THE SHEPHERDS

“Glory to God in the highest heaven, And peace on earth to those with whom He is pleased!”

There were some shepherds in that part of the country who were spending the night in the fields, taking care of their flocks. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone over them. They were terribly afraid, but the angel said to them, “Don’t be afraid! I am here with good news for you, which will bring great joy to all the people. This very day in David’s town your Savior was born—Christ the Lord! And this is what will prove to you: you will find a baby wrapped in strips of cloth and lying in a manger.”

Suddenly a great army of heaven’s angels appeared with the angel, singing praises to God:

“Glory to God in the highest heaven,

And peace on earth to those with

whom He is pleased!” 

(Luke 2:8-14)

There were thousands of angels appointed for Queen Mary during her journey to Bethlehem. After the courtiers of heaven had celebrated the birth of God in Bethlehem, some of them were dispatched immediately to different places in order to announce the joyful news according to the Divine Will.

The Holy Prince, St. Michael betook himself to the Holy Patriarch in limbo announcing how the only-begotten of the Eternal Father, was   already born in the world and was resting humble and meek; as they had prophesized.

It was also the most joyful day for St. Anne and Joachim for their long banishment, the message their daughter held in her arms—the Son of God. They all composed and sang new songs of adoration and worshipped in His Holy presence. Gloria!!

Meanwhile, some angels that attended and guarded the Heavenly Mother were send to St. Elizabeth and her son John. On hearing the news of the birth of the Redeemer, the prudent mother and her son, though tender in age; prostrated themselves upon the earth and adored their God made man in spirit and truth. St.Elizabeth conveyed her request to our Holy Queen, through the angels to adore her Most Holy son on their behalf.

Amongst all, the shepherds who were watching their flock at the time of the birth of Christ were patiently blessed. (Luke 2:8) It is not only because they accepted the labor and inconvenience of their calling but also because being poor, humble and despised by the world; they belonged in sincerity and uprightness of heart, fervently hoped and longed for the coming of the Messiah. They kept on speaking and discoursing about Him among themselves. Also, they were removed from the richness, vanity, passions of the world and far from any cunningness. So they were merited to be called and invited as the first fruits of the Saints by the Savior Himself.

He manifested Himself by those whom He wished to be praised, served and adored. Archangel Gabriel was sent to them in human form and with great splendor. (Luke 2:10-12)

At these words of the angel, suddenly appeared a great multitude of the celestial army, who in voices of sweet harmony; sang to the most High their verses:

“Glory to God in the highest heaven,

And peace on earth to those with

whom He is pleased!”

In the angelic vision, the humble and fortunate shepherds were filled with divine enlightenment. Their fervent longing to make certain of the blessings and to witness with their own eyes—the Most High Mystery!

As they were free from the arrogant wisdom of the world they believed in the proof of the Majesty King. They were illuminated by the Divine Light and in innocence they hurried to the cave. On entering the cave, they found Mary, Joseph and the Holy Infant lying in a manger. They recognized and acknowledged the truth of what they had heard of the child. Prostrating themselves on the earth they adored the Word made Flesh.

They were no more ignorant; but as the wise and prudent men they adored, acknowledged and magnified Him as the True God and Man; joyfully confessing that He is the Restorer and Redeemer of the entire human race.

The Heavenly Mother of the child took notice of all that they did, interiorly and exteriorly and pondered over them in their soul. (Luke 2:19)

She instructed them to persevere in the divine Love and in service of the Most High. They too conversed with her; and showed that they understood many of the mysteries.

The Queen send them off- full of Heavenly grace and consolation.

Dear devotees of Christ, I humbly request you to go through the message deeply and meditate the qualities of the shepherds which truly pleased God and made them worthy to receive His reward.

Our advent journey of this year comes to an end and the events will led to the birth of our Savior. We see the prophecies, promises and prayers of the Old Testament being fulfilled.

Blessed Mary accepted her mission with uncompromising humility, obedience, charity and poverty. She acted with unwavering faith and trust!---why?-All because she believed that God would fulfill the Word He had spoken.

How do you make your life as an offering to God along with your family?

The faithful God will never forsake you because He allowed us to enter His Covenant.

Dark days are not withstanding; He brings the springs to us. Though the door to darkness is closed He bursts open the doors of His Everlasting Light!

So let us move confidently to the new path that leads to and from the door; Path that leads to peace and happiness. Let us revive our methods to transform ourselves.

Let us kneel down without any hesitation; overcoming our sickness in front of the Mighty Restorer!

Let us go to the manger every day, with high reverence, kneel down, kiss His footsteps asking pardon for our shameful arrogant behavior. Remember that whoever knelt down and adored Him were enlightened and merited by His knowledge and humility.

Let us leave our pride and prejudice at the feet of the Lord of Lords and King of Kings. It is the time to think of new resolutions; sitting under the heavenly Light- the Best Gift of the Season!

So stay filled with hope, reciting few prayers like those mentioned below that can assist you to take the right decisions in the coming years.

Infant Jesus, poor and simple

Bless me and grant my petition!

Infant Jesus, humble and obedient

Bless me and grant my petition!

Infant Jesus, silent and recollected

Bless me and grant my petition!

Infant Jesus, inflamed with love for me

Bless me and grant my petition!

Conclude the prayer with Three Hail Mary and Three Gloria!

Season’s Greetings!!

With love filled blessings,

Your Sister in Christ