3. Nehemiah prayed for favor and success (Nehemiah 1:11). We should never forget that God’s favor is with his children at all times; even in the seemingly darkest moments. How true that was when it came to the opposition Nehemiah faced. The scriptures repeatedly speak of God’s favor, and we should believe and pray accordingly. … Read more
Most of us start loving a child as soon as we find out that we are pregnant. Love grows as the child within us grows. We dream about what they will look like and whether they will be a boy or a girl. We may already have a name in mind for them before they … Read more
Mislaid car keys, a missing cell phone. A son who turned away from God or a parent who turned to drugs. There are many ways that we and the things around us can be lost. Intentionally or accidentally, the results are the same. Confusion. Disarray. Worries. These are just a few words that describe us … Read more
Age can bring about a loss in physical attributes, but it can improve our ability to be with others and to really listen to them. My hatred of pets includes television commercials for insurance companies and retirement homes. They usually depict a smiling, well-dressed, gray-haired couple holding hands together in a golden sunset as they … Read more
About today Readings The transfiguration of the Lord. Day of repentance Daniel 7: 9-10, 13-14. The Lord is King, Most High in all the earth – Ps 96 (97): 1-2, 5-6, 9. 2. Peter 1: 16-19. Mark 9: 2-10. This is my son, the beloved Luminosity holds our attention. The last warm glow of the … Read more
World Humanitarian Day (August 19) invites us to go beyond our own interests and look at the lives, needs and needs of our fellow human beings. It is also a reminder of the great number of people whose unnoticed generosity makes the world more hospitable to others. In particular, the gift is celebrated by those … Read more
About today Readings Ss Pontian and Hippolytus. Day of repentance Joshua 24: 1-13. His love is eternal – Ps 135 (136): 1-3, 16-18, 21-22, 24.Matthew 19: 3-12. “I gave you a country where you never worked” Today’s first reading is from the last chapter of Joshua. It lists how the Israelites came to occupy their … Read more
About today Readings St. Maximilian Kolbe Joshua 24: 14-29. You are my inheritance, O Lord – Ps 15 (16): 1-2, 5, 7, 8, 11.Matthew 19: 13-15. The Lord is a holy God, a jealous God “If you find it undesirable to serve the Lord, choose who you want to serve today… But as for me … Read more
About today Readings FESTIVAL OF THE ASCENSION Apocalypse 11:19; 12: 1-6, 10. The queen stands on your right, clad in gold – Ps 44 (45): 10-12, 16. 1 Corinthians 15: 20-26. Luke 1: 39-56. The Almighty has done great things for me Mary inspires us in so many different ways. There is the young woman … Read more
About today Readings St. Stephen of Hungary Judges 2: 11-19. Lord, remember us because of the love you show your people – Ps 105 (106): 34-37, 39-40, 43-44. Matthew 19: 16-22. If you want to be perfect, go and sell what you own Wouldn’t you love a decent manwith lofty wishes and a loyal heart,who … Read more