Beatitudes of the ordinary

God doesn't bless us just to make us happy; He blesses us to make us a blessing.

Beatitudes of the Ordinary

The poor in spirit:  Blessed are those who recognize the incompleteness of their own humanity.

Those who mourn:  Blessed are people who experience the great losses of life, and put them in perspective.

Those who are humble:  Blessed are those who understand their place in the universe.

Those who do God's will:  Blessed are those who are attentive to the Inner Voice of Love.

Those who are merciful:  Blessed are those whose mantra is kindness and forgiveness.

The pure of heart:  Blessed are those who strive for wholeness.

Those who work for peace:  Blessed are those who shun violence and work for reconciliation.

Those who are persecuted:  Blessed are those who are faithful to the Greater Good.  Blessed are those who graciously endure personal attacks, ridicule and discrimination because of their faith.

—Fr. Jim Clarke