Speak to Aaron and his sons and tell them: this is how you shall bless the Israelites. Say to them:I especially like how Bishop Barron connects this text to God's fierce desire for us. He writes, "Think of the experience of being gazed upon by someone who loves you and whom you love. In that gaze—penetrating, knowing, benign—you find, not oppression, but joy and peace. That's how God looks upon you."
The LORD bless you and keep you!The LORD let his face shine upon you, and be gracious to you!The LORD look upon you kindly and give you peace! (Nu 6:23-26)
*To see the rest of Bishop Barron's reflections and to pray the entire novena, click here: http://american-bible-society.journeymaker.org/mercy/days/2/96bc7a22e6819f6a27598843c74da16920f958bd.
