The Occasional Observer

Congratulations to my old friend Nigel Tufnel in Boston on his engagement.

May the Lord's Joy be with you and T during this happy time. And may you both have Hope in abundance, for the Lord will be with you and supplying your marriage with many graces.

It is difficult for many of us to figure out how exactly God wishes us to serve Him, but the two of you have now found the answer. You will strive to love each other as Christ loves the Church, and learn to die to self in order to serve the other. Even though the 'death to self' part can be hard, never despair. Remember, "Those who love God's law have great peace, and for them there is no stumbling block." And also, the Lord will make your sacrifices sweet: "O Lord, what delights there are in the love of Your sacred commandments! All delightful sweetness seizes the heart seized by love of Your law."

You are both in our prayers. Hope to see you soon.