Aug 23 – Memorial for St. Rose of Lima, virgin A beautiful girl and devoted daughter, Rose (1586-1617) was so devoted to her vow of chastity, she used pepper and lye to ruin her complexion so she would not be attractive. She lived and meditated in a garden, raising vegetables and making embroidered items to... Continue Reading →
22 August, Friday — Trust in the Lord
Aug 22 – Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary Whoever, therefore, reverences the Queen of heaven and earth – and let no one consider himself exempt from this tribute of a grateful and loving soul – let him invoke the most effective of Queens, the Mediatrix of Peace; let him respect and preserve peace, which... Continue Reading →
13 June, Friday — Staying focused on Jesus
Jun 13 – Memorial for St. Anthony of Padua, priest, religious, doctor St. Anthony's (1195-1231) wealthy family wanted him to be a great nobleman, but for the sake of Christ he became a poor Franciscan. When the remains of St. Berard and his companions, the first Franciscan martyrs, were brought to be buried in his... Continue Reading →
10 June, Tuesday — No situationships, please
Tuesday of Week 10 in Ordinary Time 2 Cor 1:18-22Mt 5:13-16 Remember it is God himself who assures us all... There exists in modern parlance, a term -- 'situationship' -- which is a situation where both parties are in a relationship, but without the associated norms and expectations of being in one. Perhaps this stems... Continue Reading →
9 June, Monday — The Greatest Defender
The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church The Blessed Virgin Mary has been given the title of Mother of the Church since she gave birth to Christ, the Head of the Church, and she became the Mother of the redeemed people before her Son had given up the spirit on the Cross. Pope Paul... Continue Reading →
3 May, Saturday — Purpose of the Christian
May 3 – Feast of Sts. Philip and James, Apostles St. Philip was a disciple of St. John the Baptist, and a convert. He was one of the Twelve Apostles, and brought St. Nathanael to Christ. He was a confidant of Jesus. Little is known about him, but scriptural episodes give the impression of a... Continue Reading →
13 April, Sunday — Triumph or Tragedy?
Palm Sunday Isa 50:4-7Phi 2:6-11Lk 22:14-23:56 The greatest among you must behave as if he were the youngest, the leader if he were the one who serves It has been said that "Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely." This statement seems very true, and it does appear to be the case. Each one of... Continue Reading →
1 March, Saturday — Re-creating our encounter with Jesus
Saturday of Week 7 in Ordinary Time Ecc 17:1-13Mk 10:13-16 I tell you solemnly, anyone who does not welcome the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it I enjoy attending First Holy Communion Mass in my parish because it allows me to see the joy of children receiving Jesus for the... Continue Reading →
28 February, Friday — Friendship based on God’s love
Friday of Week 7 in Ordinary Time Ecc 6:5-17Mk 10:1-12 Whoever fears the Lord makes true friends, for as a man is, so is his friend. Social media preys on our insecurities and desire to be part of a community. They show us who are our mutual friends and how we have common interests. They... Continue Reading →
28 January, Tuesday — The humble ox
28 Jan – Memorial for St. Thomas Aquinas, priest and doctor of the Church St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274) was the son of the Count of Aquino. He was born in the family castle in Lombardy near Naples, Italy. He was educated by Benedictine monks at Monte Cassino, and at the University of Naples. He secretly... Continue Reading →
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