Many of us are now into our second week of exploration and spiritual longing. What will it mean to reach that Good Friday/Easter morning experience with greater understanding and wisdom concerning what Christ has done for us and what we can do in return?

Julian of Norwich (1343-1413) is one of the most popular of the English mystics. She lived as a Benedictine nun in Norwich, beside the St. Julian Church. Her book Revelations of Divine Love entitled her to become the first great female writer in the English language. Her theology is based on her mystical experiences. Hear now these words of encouragement as we continue on our Lenten journey to the cross.

"Just as our flesh is covered by clothing, and our blood is covered by our flesh, so are we, soul and body, covered and enclosed by the goodness of God. yet, the clothing and the flesh will pass away, but the goodness of God will always remain and will remain closer to us than our own flesh." - From Revelations of Divine Love by Julian of Norwich

How have you experienced those pick me up moments of a difficult journey? The kind word of a friend? A favorite song on the radio? How have you experienced the comfort of God's loving arms around you?

Don't forget to set your clocks forward on Saturday!