Snow, Blizzards, and Forgiveness

It seems especially appropriate that during today's snow storm, we hear this from the prophet Isaiah in today's readings:

"Wash yourselves clean! Put away your misdeeds from before my eyes; cease doing evil; learn to do good. Make justice your aim: redress the wronged, hear the orphan's plea, defend the widow.

Come now, let us set things right, says the Lord: Though your sins be like scarlet, they may become white as snow; Though they be crimson red, they may become white as wool."

St. Matthew's Church, East Stroudsburg, PA

Let's remember all those who lack adequate warmth and shelter today. May we, as individuals and as society, work to address the coldness of injustice that we have shown to the poor, the homeless, and our marginalized sisters and brothers.

And remember that just as the snow blankets our yards, our streets, and our homes, so too does God's mercy and forgiveness blanket our sins, faults, and failings.

Stay warm and safe today!