Today is the Feast of St. Bernadette who had visions of Mary the Mother of Jesus in Lourdes. I think when this day comes every year, my mother and I reminisce about the trip we took there. Today my mom still remembered some of the details, such as when we saw St. Bernadette’s uncorrupt body. It was in a glass coffin in the church at Nevers. I still remember it vividly. As a child, I was afraid to go see a dead body, but those feelings were soon replaced by the overwhelming feeling of peace and God’s presence. At the same time, when I think about how good God has been and continues to be to me, I become painfully aware of my own faults and failings and wish I were a better person. Yet, God is with us, his imperfect children. He continues to love and care for us, despite our weaknesses. That’s the Good News. Thank God He’s God.

I Found God today as He continues to love me.