Let the heavens be glad and the earth rejoice;
let the sea and what fills it resound;
let the plains be joyful and all that is in them.
Then let all the trees of the forest rejoice
before the LORD who comes,
who comes to govern the earth,
To govern the world with justice
and the peoples with faithfulness. (Psalm 96:11-13 NABRE)
As we stand at the dawn of a new year, it is tempting to dwell on things of the past. And while there can be value in such reflections, it is better to celebrate the glory of the one who creates our new years and is the author of their unfolding, moment by moment.
When we look back on the events of the past year, may we see the times we remembered to celebrate our Lord. May we draw from it strength and comfort for the year ahead. And may we dwell in his company during each moment of the new year.
Today, I will celebrate with all joy because the Lord has come to us and will return!
Saint Sylvester I, whose life reminds us that it takes deep humility and courage in the face of criticism for a leader to stand aside and let events take their course, when asserting one’s authority would only lead to useless tension and strife, pray for us.
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