Now that we have completed the celebration of the Mass of the Lord's Supper in most places and commemorated the institution of both the priesthood and the Eucharist that Christ gave to us out of love for us and to keep Him with us until the end of time, it is time to enter the … Continue reading Holy Thursday and Entering into the Garden with Jesus
Stations of the Cross (Via Crucis) by St. Alphonsus Liguori and the Seven Dolors (Sorrows) of Mary
As we prepare to begin the Sacred Triduum, I would like to share with you links to the Stations of the Cross with reflections by St. Alphonsus Liguori as well as the Seven Dolors of Mary. These are a beautiful way to enter into both the Passion of Our Lord and reflect on the sufferings … Continue reading Stations of the Cross (Via Crucis) by St. Alphonsus Liguori and the Seven Dolors (Sorrows) of Mary
CARDINAL GEORGE PELL HAS BEEN FOUND INNOCENT OF THE CHARGES UNJUSTLY MADE AGAINST HIM. DEO GRATIAS.–via Catholicism Pure & Simple
This is the news we have been waiting for. Deo gratias. https://wp.me/pYA4j-dOy
Holy Week Forecast: Easter Morning Will Dawn–via Catholic Restoration
No matter how difficult or different this Holy Week seems, we can have the confidence that God is using it for good and we also must remember that what we always did during Holy Week doesn't make it holy, the events that happened during the first Holy Week do. https://wp.me/pYA4j-dOo
Passiontide: Going Deeper into Christ’s Passion
Traditionally, these last two weeks of Lent are known as Passiontide, and in the traditional Roman rite before Vatican II this past Sunday was known as Passion Sunday, making this week Passion Week, a time to enter more deeply into meditation and contemplation of Christ's Sorrowful Passion as we prepare for Holy Week. We are … Continue reading Passiontide: Going Deeper into Christ’s Passion
The Solemnity of the Annunciation
To honor the Solemnity of the Annunciation, which celebrates Mary's Fiat and the Eternal Word becoming man for our redemption, I am reposting my reflection on the Annunciation which was part of a larger reflection on the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. As She sat quietly working and meditating, the Virgin Mary was suddenly visited … Continue reading The Solemnity of the Annunciation
How to Use this Unfortunate and Sad Time of Suspension of Holy Masses
With the recent outbreak of COVID-19, bishops across the country have decided to comply with the requests of government officials to suspend large gatherings by canceling public Masses and, in some cases, public adoration as well. And regardless of whether or not we think this is an appropriate thing to do (probably not; yes it … Continue reading How to Use this Unfortunate and Sad Time of Suspension of Holy Masses
Saint Joseph–via Catholic Restoration
Today is the great Solemnity of St. Joseph, spouse of the Virgin Mary. He is the Church's patron and pillar of families. Let us ask him for protection especially during this trying time. Enjoy this article from Catholic Restoration on this great saint. https://wp.me/p8cBMM-1P0
Prayers to Sts. Roch & Rosalie For An End to the Spread of the Coronavirus–via ChurchPop
https://churchpop.com/2020/02/28/cure-the-coronavirus-prayers-to-2-incredible-saints-who-miraculously-defeated-plagues/ St. Roch and St. Rosalie were two saints who delivered their people from plagues during their time. During this time, let us ask their intercession for a stop to the spread of the coronavirus, which is especially dangerous for the elderly and those with underlying conditions. Sts. Roch and Rosalie, ora pro nobis!
Retreat Reflections: Prayer
This past weekend, my Secular Carmelite community had their annual retreat. Our retreat master was Fr. Sal Sciurba, who is the Provincial General of our OCDS province here in Central Florida. The topic of the retreat was prayer according to some of the Carmelite saints. It was a very applicable topic since prayer is the … Continue reading Retreat Reflections: Prayer
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