"As long as we are on our earthly pilgrimage, far from God, He must be the constant yearning of our souls" (Divine Intimacy 544) "Please hold" I heard on the other end. And so it began, first I was fine thinking it will only last a couple of minutes. But 2 minutes became 5 … Continue reading Waiting
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Communion in community
"Do not be afraid to be holy! Have the courage and humility to present yourselves to the world determined to be holy, since full, true freedom is born from holiness. (Pope St. John Paul II). COMMUNITY in it we find people, in people we find identity, in identity we find uniqueness, and in that? In … Continue reading Communion in community
Will I Say Yes To Grace?
"Be patient with everyone, but above all with thyself. Do not be disheartened by your imperfections, but always rise up with fresh courage" - St Francis De Sales One question has crossed the minds of many seeking to live a life of holiness. It is a question of ability; "will I be able to remain faithful … Continue reading Will I Say Yes To Grace?
Simplicity
What is simplicity? “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 18:3 When Jesus said become like children I have a feeling he did not mean suck your thumb again, or learn to crawl, I don't think he wanted us to become ignorant, uncensored, … Continue reading Simplicity
He Calls Me!
"I can love You more when You condescend to increase my virtue, but I can never give You what You deserve. Give me then, Your most ardent love by which, with Your grace, I shall love You, please You, serve You, and fulfill Your commands." - Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, O.C.D. Finally, the end of … Continue reading He Calls Me!
Conqueror!
Poem: Divine Conqueror The desert was before him, And the Spirit drew him in. Surrounded by still silence, Jesus, without blemish without sin. Evil lurked around Him, Tempter of tempters ruled the earth, Our Pure and sinless Jesus, Gazing heavenward, knew his worth. Stepping forth in victory, The Father by him stood. Prepared … Continue reading Conqueror!
PASSION!
"Suppose that by revenge you might destroy one enemy; yet, by exercising the Christian's temper you might conquer three- your own lust, Satan's temptation, and the enemy's heart" - John Flavel The father of lies can tempt us, cause us pain, provoke a torment of the mind and heart, it can initiate the doubt of a saint and the … Continue reading PASSION!
Stone Does Not Love, But It Also Does Not Hurt!- Purity of Heart
By: Kimberly Osborne This beatitude always seemed to draw me. There is something special about purity of heart that makes me desire it. Indeed the promise attached to this beatitude is nothing less than the sight of God...heaven. Yet, even the blessedness of purity of heart seems to draw me almost as strongly as what … Continue reading Stone Does Not Love, But It Also Does Not Hurt!- Purity of Heart
Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps To Holiness
Step 12: Self-Denial and Love of the Cross "If any man will come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me" (Matt. 16:24) I love You Jesus! I desire You Jesus! I need You Jesus! I will Follow You Jesus! I give myself to You Jesus! The way we fulfill these aspirations … Continue reading Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps To Holiness
Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps to Holiness
Step 11: Recollection "I will lead her into the wilderness and I will speak to her heart" (Hos 2:14). Our union with God is strengthened by it. Our life in Christ must have it. Our soul desires it. Our heart seeks it. Our life keeps order with it. Our world needs it. St. Augustine was right in … Continue reading Sinners Anonymous: 12 Steps to Holiness
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