If I possessed the sweetness and the gentleness of the dove, 

surely I would give more happiness to your heart.

Lord, in your eyes see their union.

Spiritual Marriage That they may be one. John 17:21

Bonamy edit. Pontifical, Poitiers

It is not alone but in our relationships, 
our bonds of love, that we come to heaven.

hand painted on silk

Week of Christian Unity January 18-25

Sweet Unity in the Cross of Jesus

The pure simplicity of the soul is my joy and delight.  

Bouasse Lebel 826

Little timid bird, fly to your master and take shelter in His Heart.

Bouasse-Lebel 1359

I belong to Jesus.

L. Turgis, Paris Pl. 1000

Epiphany, January 6

Bring your gifts to the Lord.

L. Turgis, Paris Pl. 1005

Epiphany, January 6

To Jesus I offer my talents.

Christ Child and Dove.  untitled, np
Small Album ~ Doves and the Christ Child

Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus, January 3

Let us sit down at the table of the angels.

Speak, Lord, your servant listens.

Turgis