Saving Moments

(WARNING: *ERIN* THIS POST IS VERY JESUS-Y! HAHA)
I love this time of year. The Easter Triduum always proves to be an outstanding experience within my faith journey. I suppose it should for us all, right? I am thankful that my parish is full of spirituality and that my pastor always makes this Easter celebration one that is deep with meaning and rich with symbolism. My father and I always joke about our tendency to get a little choked up during the Triduum. I know I am emotional, this is no surprise. I also know that I most likely received this trait from him. But, I kept thinking last night, what do you do? What do you do when your heart is so full of of love and joy that you feel you need to breathe deeper? Last night, as they prepared the altar for the consecration, they sang a song called "In Remembrance of Me". I was so moved by this song. I have heard it before but reflecting on the nature of the evening, it hit me.
Take eat and be comforted
Drink and remember too
That this is my body and precious blood
Shed for you, shed for you

In remembrance of me always love
In remembrance of me don't look above
But in your heart, in your heart
Look in your heart for God
Everytime I receive the Eucharist, I am not just receiving Jesus. I am declaring myself in love with the gift He has given us in this sacrifice. I am telling Him that I can't do this alone. Such a simple change of thought and such a powerful reminder for me. In the book I teach from, they refer to "saving moments". I couldn't help but think of that last night. A moment where God's presence jumps into a conversation, a quiet afternoon walk, a crazy day at work. A moment where you remember the gift of being saved. My book states that these moments are easily found within the sacraments. And for me, I felt it last night. I don't know how to respond when my heart senses God so strongly. But, I do know that I feel motivated to do all things He calls me to do. The challenge is carrying that desire outside of the mass.
Happy Good Friday to all of you. I may have to blog again about my saving moments today. Lord knows this liturgy always leaves me in awe. <3