Waiting is hard. The process of waiting is rarely enjoyable, and it is often uncomfortable, uncertain, and frustrating. Waiting feels passive, too much like inaction which is hard to do in our action-oriented world. Yet waiting is an important aspect of faith. It is a time of preparation, of drawing close to God, actively anticipating the movement of God.
Continue reading “Gift of Goodness – December 1, 2021”Living in Hope. The purple Prophet’s candle we lit on the Advent wreath this past Sunday reminds us to have hope. During this liturgical season of vigilance, of waiting and watching, we prepare our hearts for our hope.
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A virtue that helps you see God.
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The virtue that makes men almost angels.
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The best way to serve God.
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Why is chastity important?
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Continue reading “Gift of Goodness – November 22, 2021”Blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see God.
Matthew 5:8
How much time do you spend ensuring your heart is pure and emptying yourself from the spirit of the world? It is interesting to think about this notion in the context of virtue and sin. God is revealing much to me as I work my way through a consecration to Jesus through Mary to celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8th. When we examine our conscience, pray, renounce our own will, and practice subduing our bodily desires, we become more pure of heart. And this is crucial for contemplating God in heaven, seeing Him on earth and knowing Him by the light of faith.
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What does God say about gluttony?
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A throat for gluttony?
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