Archbishop and Presiding Prelate Andres B. Quow
Beloved, devotion is the sacred rhythm that keeps the believer’s heart in harmony with the will of God. When the world pulls in many directions, devotion draws us back to the centre—to the still point where Christ reigns as Lord over every thought, decision, and desire. It is in this place of yieldedness that confusion gives way to clarity and fear surrenders to trust. Devotion teaches the soul to rest, not in its own strength, but in the unfailing faithfulness of God. From this rest flows courage to face trials and grace to endure every season.
As Archbishop, the prayer is that each member of this Mystical Order will cultivate such a life of steady devotion. It cannot be borrowed from another nor sustained by occasional bursts of emotion. It must be nurtured daily, like a flame that is carefully tended lest it grow dim. This happens when we make room for prayer, when we treasure the Word, and when we listen for the gentle prompting of the Spirit in the everyday moments of life. Over time, these practices form a holy reflex within the soul—a deep inner “yes” to God that rises even before words are spoken.
Devotion also reshapes the way we view service. No task is too small when it is done unto the Lord. A greeting at the door, a whispered prayer for a brother or sister, an act of quiet generosity—all become precious offerings on the altar of God. The devoted heart does not measure value by visibility, but by obedience. Where there is obedience, there is joy, even in sacrifice.
In the days to come, let your devotion be intentional and unwavering. Guard it from distraction, nourish it with thanksgiving, and express it through love for others. May your life be a living sanctuary where God is honoured continually, and may His presence remain the abiding mark of this Order and of every soul who walks within its fellowship.
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