Christ is Risen

In Luke 24, the risen Christ appears to two travelers on the Way.  At first, they don't recognize him.  As the Stranger explains how the Law and the Prophets point to Christ, their hearts burn within them.  Gradually Jesus reveals himself to them.  At last, the 7 mile journey from Jerusalem to Emmaus is complete.  The two travelers invite the Stranger into their home to share a meal.  Jesus takes the bread that they offer, gives thanks to God, breaks the bread, and gives it to them.  At this moment, their eyes were opened.  They recognized Jesus in the breaking of the bread.


Here is a connected prayer that you may use at lunchtime.


Bless my Monday quests.
Bless the fruits of the earth.
Bless the hands of farmers.
Bless the hands of workers.
Bless the texture and colors of my food.
Bless those who gather.
Bless the breaking of the bread.
Blessed Be!  Blessed Be!  Blessed Be!
Christ at every table,
Christ behind me,
Christ around me,
In the breaking of the bread.


Amen.