Today's Readings:
Job 3:1-3, 11-17, 20-23
Ps 88:2-8
Lk 9:51-56
In our Gospel today, we hear Jesus rebuking the apostles for their desire to "call down fire from heaven" upon those who did not receive Jesus. The choice to believe is just that, a choice each of us has to make. We have be given free will by God and have the ability in that free will to turn towards or away from him. Jesus offers each of us the invitation to come and accept him in our lives, but he will never force us to do this. This day let us allow Christ to come to us and invite us to himself, and when (not if, but when) he does, let freely give ourselves to him and know he truly is all we need in this life. He gave himself on the cross for us, let us now return that love in our giving ourselves to him. Have a great day and God Bless.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabrriel and Raphael
Today's Readings:
Rev 12:7-12
Ps 138:1-5
Jn 1:47-51
In the Creed we say every Sunday we start with "We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of Heaven and earth; of that is seen and unseen..." Today we celebrate the Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabrriel, & Raphael; later this week we will also celebrate the Feast of the Guardian Angels. Though we do not think about it often, these spiritual beings whom we do not see are created by God and are sent to watch over us in this life. They are here to help us hear the voice of God and protect us on our journey towards our Heavenly homeland. This day let us go to these angels and ask that they continue to helps us grow closer to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; and that they lead us safely to him in Heaven. Have a great day and God Bless
Angel of God, My Guardian Dear, to whom His love commits me here, ever this day be at my side, to light and to guard, to rule and guide.Amen.
Rev 12:7-12
Ps 138:1-5
Jn 1:47-51
In the Creed we say every Sunday we start with "We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, maker of Heaven and earth; of that is seen and unseen..." Today we celebrate the Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabrriel, & Raphael; later this week we will also celebrate the Feast of the Guardian Angels. Though we do not think about it often, these spiritual beings whom we do not see are created by God and are sent to watch over us in this life. They are here to help us hear the voice of God and protect us on our journey towards our Heavenly homeland. This day let us go to these angels and ask that they continue to helps us grow closer to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; and that they lead us safely to him in Heaven. Have a great day and God Bless
Angel of God, My Guardian Dear, to whom His love commits me here, ever this day be at my side, to light and to guard, to rule and guide.Amen.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
God's Providence
Today's Readings:
Prv 30:5-9
Ps 119
Lk 9:1-6
In the Gospel today, Jesus sends out his apostles telling them to take nothing with them as they go from town to town, proclaiming God's Kingdom and healing the sick. They trusted in the Lord and knew God would provide for them. Could we do the same? In a world of instant messaging and where all we want is at our fingertips, could we take the chance and trust that God will provide for us if we let him? Do we believe in Christ's promise that he will take care of us if we trust in his Word? Today let us place our trust, not in material things, but rather place that trust in Christ, knowing he is always watching over and providing for us; knowing his love is all we truly need. Have a great day and God Bless.
Prv 30:5-9
Ps 119
Lk 9:1-6
In the Gospel today, Jesus sends out his apostles telling them to take nothing with them as they go from town to town, proclaiming God's Kingdom and healing the sick. They trusted in the Lord and knew God would provide for them. Could we do the same? In a world of instant messaging and where all we want is at our fingertips, could we take the chance and trust that God will provide for us if we let him? Do we believe in Christ's promise that he will take care of us if we trust in his Word? Today let us place our trust, not in material things, but rather place that trust in Christ, knowing he is always watching over and providing for us; knowing his love is all we truly need. Have a great day and God Bless.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Family of Christ
Today's Readings:
Prv 21:1-6, 10-13
Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34-35, 44
Lk 8:19-21
Today Jesus reminds us that any who hear and act on the Word of God are his mother and siblings. We see through our baptism that we truly are brothers and sisters in Christ and who make up the Mystical Body of Christ, yet we are also called to be the mother of Christ. Though this sounds strange, by that same baptism we receive the name Christian which means "Christ bearer," so in that we are to bear and bring our Lord to all we encounter. This relationship with our Lord is a blessing and one which we should hold in great esteem. Today let us truly hear and act on the Word sent to us by the Father so that we may also be Christ bearers and bring the good news of our Lord to all we meet. May God Bless you all and have a great day.
Prv 21:1-6, 10-13
Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34-35, 44
Lk 8:19-21
Today Jesus reminds us that any who hear and act on the Word of God are his mother and siblings. We see through our baptism that we truly are brothers and sisters in Christ and who make up the Mystical Body of Christ, yet we are also called to be the mother of Christ. Though this sounds strange, by that same baptism we receive the name Christian which means "Christ bearer," so in that we are to bear and bring our Lord to all we encounter. This relationship with our Lord is a blessing and one which we should hold in great esteem. Today let us truly hear and act on the Word sent to us by the Father so that we may also be Christ bearers and bring the good news of our Lord to all we meet. May God Bless you all and have a great day.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Reflecting Christ
Today's Readings:
Prov 3: 27-34
Ps 15:2-5
Lk 8:16-18
Our Lord reminds us today in the Gospel that no one lights a lamp and then hides it under a bed, so we are called to not hide our gifts that we have received from the Lord. We are called to let our love for God shine in all that we do and be examples of Christ to all those we meet. This day let us not hide our zeal for God and allow him to work through us so that we truly may be lamps reflecting the light and beauty of Christ. Have a great day and God Bless.
Prov 3: 27-34
Ps 15:2-5
Lk 8:16-18
Our Lord reminds us today in the Gospel that no one lights a lamp and then hides it under a bed, so we are called to not hide our gifts that we have received from the Lord. We are called to let our love for God shine in all that we do and be examples of Christ to all those we meet. This day let us not hide our zeal for God and allow him to work through us so that we truly may be lamps reflecting the light and beauty of Christ. Have a great day and God Bless.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Jesus Calls All People To Folow Him
Today's Readings:
1 Cor 15:12-20
Ps 17:1, 6-8, 15
Lk 8:1-3
Our Gospel today may seem simple, but in fact tells us a lot about our Lord. Luke mentions that not only did the disciples follow Jesus, but there were also women in his company. In Jesus' day this would have been unheard of since women were not to be out in public unless with their husbands. Jesus shows that he came not for only a few, but for all; he wants all people to follow him no matter what gender, race, nationality, etc...He came into this world to save all who would accept him and believe in him. This morning let us reaffirm our belief and conviction to follow the Lord and truly become a help to others seeking out Christ in their life so all may come to see and believe. May God Bless you all and have a great day.
1 Cor 15:12-20
Ps 17:1, 6-8, 15
Lk 8:1-3
Our Gospel today may seem simple, but in fact tells us a lot about our Lord. Luke mentions that not only did the disciples follow Jesus, but there were also women in his company. In Jesus' day this would have been unheard of since women were not to be out in public unless with their husbands. Jesus shows that he came not for only a few, but for all; he wants all people to follow him no matter what gender, race, nationality, etc...He came into this world to save all who would accept him and believe in him. This morning let us reaffirm our belief and conviction to follow the Lord and truly become a help to others seeking out Christ in their life so all may come to see and believe. May God Bless you all and have a great day.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Loving as God Loves
Today's Readings:
1 Cor 12:31-13:13
Ps 33:2-5, 12, 22
Lk 7:31-35
Today St. Paul reminds us that whatever we do, we must do it with love. In today's world, the word 'love' is thrown around so easily, but as Christians we know that true love is from God since God is himself Love. All of our actions, all of our words are simply "clashing cymbals" if they are not filled with the love that comes from Christ himself. Let us allow true love to dwell within us and share it with all those we meet by following in the footsteps of Christ; loving the unloved, healing those who are hurting, and calling back those who have strayed from the right path. On the cross, Jesus showed the depth of that love for each one of us, today let us reveal that same love in all that we do and say. May God Bless you all and have a great day.
1 Cor 12:31-13:13
Ps 33:2-5, 12, 22
Lk 7:31-35
Today St. Paul reminds us that whatever we do, we must do it with love. In today's world, the word 'love' is thrown around so easily, but as Christians we know that true love is from God since God is himself Love. All of our actions, all of our words are simply "clashing cymbals" if they are not filled with the love that comes from Christ himself. Let us allow true love to dwell within us and share it with all those we meet by following in the footsteps of Christ; loving the unloved, healing those who are hurting, and calling back those who have strayed from the right path. On the cross, Jesus showed the depth of that love for each one of us, today let us reveal that same love in all that we do and say. May God Bless you all and have a great day.
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