Sr. Mary Joe CSN
While Jesus was hanging from the cross, a soldier pierced his side with a lance. (John 19:34). The apocryphal books reveal his name was Longinus. He had poor eyesight. Drops of blood and water that poured out from the pierced heart of Jesus touched Longinus’ eyes and healed them. In awe and gratitude, he knelt before the cross realizing there is something extraordinary about Jesus. Longinus went on to become a Christian, a martyr for Jesus, and a canonized saint. He transformed from a sinner to a saint. Such is the power of the blood and water that pours from the heart of Jesus. It can give physical healing, it can sanctify your soul, and fill your heart with faith and love. At 3:00 pm every day let us remember to pray this way.
Imagine you are standing at the foot of the cross with Mother Mary.
Say this prayer
Touch my eyes that I may see.
Touch my heart that I may love.
Can you learn this by heart right now? Close your eyes and repeat it five times. It’s easy- simple and powerful! When you say this prayer, God will bless you with the same experience as St. Longinus. The blood and water that pours from His heart will touch your eyes giving you new sights and insights. It will touch your heart and transform you from a sinner to a saint. So from today onwards let us remember to pray this way at 3:00 pm every day!
