We explore St. Patrick's Breastplate (or the Deer's Cry), an ancient Irish prayer that speaks of rising through the strength of Christ's crucifixion and burial—a seemingly paradoxical concept that challenges our understanding of strength and victory.

• Reading from St. Patrick's Breastplate about rising through the strength of Christ
• Examining the Gospel of John's account of Jesus's crucifixion and burial
• Reflection on how crucifixion was designed for maximum pain and public shame
• Questioning why crucifixion and burial would be considered sources of strength
• Sharing the beautiful conclusion of St. Patrick's prayer that emphasizes Christ's presence in every aspect of life

Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I arise, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me. Amen.

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