Yesterday, after Mass, I was struck how at any moment we might encounter Christ. I often park down the street from church to avoid the hoards of people trying to park in the lot. This way, I can have a nice walk to and from, instead of sitting in my car longer than I have to. Well, on my way back to my car I saw a different sort of figure walking towards me, soon to pass. I was struck at his small stature and his hooded sweatshirt pulled over his head on a lovely sunny day. I was a little apprehensive in passing this person. But, as soon as I did meet up with him, it turned out to be Father Mike, the Pastor of my Parish! He said, "Hello", and complimented me on my choice to walk to Church. He then gave me a blessing, and wished me a good day! I immediately summed up my apprehension as a prejudice, and I was saddened that I was lost, momentarily, in my false perception.
You never know who you'll meet. It may, someday, be Christ. Christ is in all of us!
