It is a gospel story that reveals a spiritual pattern for discovering the real presence of Christ on our road of life. This pattern of discerning God’s hidden presence involves at least four spiritual practices: 1) interpreting scripture, or theological reflection; 2) staying, sometimes called abiding or remaining in prayer; 3) breaking bread, or recognizing the presence of Christ in the Eucharist; and 4) remembering Jesus, or the “burning heart” experience.
