The focus of our readings this week is “preparation,” but we have to figure out what that means. The Gospel shows it’s possible to attend to the tasks of this life while preparing for the next. St. Paul suggests we clothe ourselves with Christ. And if we keep in mind the image of peace from Isaiah, then we've got a pretty good idea of what we need to work for. As Christians, we have to get out there, live good lives, see the world as Jesus does, and then prepare for His coming by building the Kingdom here on earth!