The Curé of Ars was fascinated
by an old farmer
who used to sit for ages in the church,
looking at the tabernacle.
Eventually
the Curé of Ars asked the farmer
what he did
as he sat so still
before the tabernacle.
“Nothing”, answered the farmer.
“I look at Him
and He looks at me.”

Today I’m praying
for four very special intentions.
In my mind’s eye
I have placed each one of these
before Our Blessed Lord
on the altar.
And as I kneel in adoration,
gazing up at Our Lord,
the words of that old farmer
from long, long ago,
spring to mind –
“I look at Him
and He looks at me.”

I know that my four intentions
are in very safe hands.
I look at Jesus
and Jesus looks at me.
No words are necessary.

Peace fills my soul.

© Claire Murray, 19th June 2025