All those who pray the Liturgy of the Hours are participating in the continual prayer of the Church. Given the fact that there are devotees of this form of prayer in all time zones across the globe, it can sometimes be enriching to consider that at all moments of the day and night, there is someone at prayer.
In addition, since there have been people at prayer since the time that Jesus taught us how to pray, and even before that moment, it is equally stunning to consider that there has always been a voice at prayer throughout all moments of history, and presumably, as we go forward in time, this tradition will also continue.
The excerpt from John's gospel that appears in today's liturgy reminds us of these realities. In his own prayer, Jesus was mindful not only of his own disciples, but also those who will believe in me through their word (Jn 17:20). As we pray today, let us also be aware of the fact that through time, Jesus - and many others - have also been praying for us, and that we in turn can pray for all those who will come after us to follow in the footsteps of our divine Master.
Have a great day.
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