I saw Baby Jesus......

I saw Baby Jesus today in the poor boy, hungry, shivering with cold, yearning for a simple smile, which he will never see.

I saw Baby Jesus in the young man who is afraid of the world around him, because his friends keep making fun of him, ignore him and are constantly bullying him.

I saw Baby Jesus in the woman who’s been abandoned by her husband, with three young children to take care of, and keeps hoping she can find someone who treats her with love, kindness and respect.

I saw Baby Jesus in the elderly woman in bed in her Nursing Home, waiting eagerly for one of her 12 children to come to visit her.

I saw Baby Jesus in the man who has not been speaking to his sister, because of an argument that arose when their mother died, and drifted apart because of what she wrote in her will.

I saw Baby Jesus in that hard-working employee who has been ignored by his Boss, who does not recognize his sterling work ethic and dedication, while other lazy workers show no commitment to their work, and still get recognized.

I saw Baby Jesus in that refugee from Africa who is constantly being ridiculed because of his skin color, while he works tirelessly to earn some money to support his family.

I saw Baby Jesus in that young girl who became pregnant, and is not sure whether to commit an abortion or continues with the pregnancy, until she found a kind family who will shelter her until she gives birth to her baby.

I saw Baby Jesus in that priest and nun in far away mission countries, helping orphans and the suffering, the lonely and the sad, the poor and those searching for love.

I saw Baby Jesus in the many parishioners of good will, devoted Christians, family oriented and committed to their faith.