Blessed are...
- ...the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (5:3)
- ...those who mourn: for they will be comforted. (5:4)
- ...the meek: for they will inherit the earth. (5:5)
- ...those who hunger and thirst for righteousness: for they will be filled. (5:6)
- ...the merciful: for they will be shown mercy. (5:7)
- ...the pure in heart: for they will see God. (5:8)
- ...the peacemakers: for they will be called children of God. (5:9)
- ...those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (5:10)
Today, on this feast of Blessed M. Jean-Joseph Lataste, the Apostle of Prisons, I think we should add Blessed are those in prison.Am I crazy?Before you judge, think about this. Those who are in prison have been stripped of all pride. They have lost all dignity. They have no or little material goods. They are forced to realize that they are nothing, in comparison to God.Is this not a gift?May this invitation by the spirit change them from being forced into poverty to voluntary poverty. Then, their life shall reflect God.
