Today I’m sharing with you some wise words on the idea of praising God through your life. The following post is taken from a sermon by Saint Augustine, bishop titled : Let us sing to the Lord a song of love.
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Do you spiritually strive to live as a witness to a hope that never disappoints and as missionary of a life that conquers death? A death of destructive thoughts and resentment? Do you want to cultivate a spirit of generosity and patience in difficulty and the ability to forgive those who offend you? These are big Holy goals and we need divine assistance and help from others to support our journey. St. Rita of Casia who we celebrate today in the church can assist.
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A recent article on “social prescribing” caught my attention. Perhaps this is a societal andedote to loneliness promoting that we’re often at our best when we’re together. In my mind, this is an extension of Jesus’ teachings calling us to love one another.
Take a moment to check in with yourself on how deep your connections are to others in your community?
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Most of us know the saying that “silence is golden” in the context of the proverb it is often wise to say nothing. Silence is often considered a gateway to spirituality, a practice that can foster inner peace, deeper connection, and heightened awareness of one’s inner self and the divine. It’s a practice that allows individuals to quiet the constant stream of thoughts and sounds that can distract from spiritual contemplation.
I ask you to take a moment and reflect – how much silence do you incorporate into your day?
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Our beliefs help shape our reality. Our core beliefs shape everything – our joy (or lack thereof), our friendships (or loneliness), even our connection with God and ourselves.
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Today we contemplate that Jesus gave us a new commandment: love one another. How much love and charity is in your day to day life?
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The more I’m learning about our new Pope, my eyes are opening to God’s grace in action. This revelation is fanning the seeds of faith within me and breathing a new hope into my lungs.
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This year I’m following my husband’s lead in not eating meat on Fridays. Having been raised Catholic, this was the norm for him to have Friday penance. For me as a convert, it was not a familiar practice.
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Today is the annual commemoration of blessed Dymphna, who is an example for us of chastity and fortitude during distressing times. We see through her life how God’s protection was her shield and shelter, rescuing her from the plaque of the life she in which she found herself.
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Smitten With Goodness 