I haven’t been tagged by a meme in a while – at least that I know of. I wasn’t sure I actually had regular readers any more since I haven’t been a very regular writer. But Nod at Wynken, Blynken, and Nod gave me the nod if you will (how do you like how I [...]
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Listen to this example of maturity and grace. Listen to them. This month, pray the rosary for our priests! h/t to Dom at Bettnet
Here is some information from Fr Z at What Does The Prayer Really Say?: First, remember that you can gain indulgences on All Souls and the days following. Second, 5 November is a first Thursday. You can gain a plenary indulgence during this year for Priests. Third, would it not be a good idea in [...]
Two people who are very dear to me and played a huge role in my life when I was much younger died within 24 hours of one another. This was not unexpected, but there is no less need for prayer because it had been looming. I ask you to please pray for them. Absolve, we [...]
I published this prayer previously, but I do so again on this 8th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy. Father, On this anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, I thank you for letting me live in this great country.May I always remember those who died because they are Americans.May I strive to make my country worthy of [...]
I received Prayers For Catholic Men from The Catholic Company. It is a pocket sized (3 1/2″ by 5 “) treasure trove of prayers for a variety of situations a man may find himself in. It has prayers dedicating your day to God, to prayers when faced with temptations, prayers for dealing with financial or [...]
Times are tough right now. For the world, the country, the faithful, individuals. I am seeking direction in dealing with the adversity today and preparing for the difficulties to come. My wife introduced this song to me, Revelation by Third Day that has become my current theme song. I find it summarizing a prayer I [...]
Saint Michael the archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the Power of God, cast into hell, Satan and all evil spirits, who wander this world seeking the ruin [...]
Orange County – 40 Days for Life: It was 7:30 am. Gloria Gonzalez (St. Callistus) volunteered to open today’s vigil at the Planned Parenthood facility. She didn’t care that this was going to be the first time that she would pray in front of an abortion clinic. She didn’t care either that it was going [...]
From Religion Clause, a blog about religion and the law, the following summarized a report about the Obama administration regarding his town hall meetings: in an unprecedented move, the White House is not only asking clergy who are recommended by local politicians to deliver opening prayers, but is requiring vetting of the text with the [...]
Advent is a time of waiting and preparation. We recall the time before Christ as the Israelites waited for the savior. We read the Old Testament prophecies that foretold the Lord’s coming. We anticipate the nativity story. We prepare to celebrate the Lord’s birth more than 2,000 years ago. We anticipate and prepare for his [...]
Today is the feast day of St. Michael along with the Archangels Gabriel and Raphael. St. Michael is the patron saint for our family, so we celebrate this feast day in a special way. September 29th was traditionally known as Michaelmas and was a holy day of obligation until the 18th century. The Church added [...]
Today is the first day in the 40 Days For Life campaign. What are you doing? Don’t let this pass you by. Do something. Pray and protest at an abortion clinic. Pray every day wherever for the end of abortion. Fast – give something up these 40 days. Do not just stand by and watch [...]
Father, On this anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, I thank you for letting me live in this great country. May I always remember those who died because they are Americans. May I strive to make my country worthy of the blood that has been spilt for her. May we as a nation, along with those [...]
My wife and I have two very dear friends, Grace and Bob. Bob is a World War II era veteran whom I respect and admire. His health is deteriorating right now and it is weighing heavily on Grace. Another friend of Grace’s died recently, and things are weighing heavily on her. Please pray for both [...]
click here for a larger image I was praying as I was driving the other day. It was in a back road on a hill with a beautiful view. I am not sure why the pavement at the edge of the road drew my attention, besides the obvious reason of staying away from the edge, [...]
This fool wants to “show you sacrilege, gladly, and with much fanfare.” Minnesota professor encourages theft and desecration of Eucharist A Minnesota professor and science blogger has said he will personally desecrate the Eucharist and publish photos of the desecration on the internet if any of his readers acquire a consecrated Host and mail it [...]
When praying the rosary it is important to meditate upon the mysteries for the day. Yesterday, being Sunday we said the Glorious mysteries. The first mystery is the resurrection and my meditation centered on Mary Magdalene. Mary was at a complete loss. The man she thought was the Savior, the one whose feet she washed [...]
click here for a larger image There are three basic needs each man must satisfy for fulfillment, to achieve his potential. Freud identified two of these (though he is not the first nor is he alone) when he talked about love and work. Saint Benedict had a more complete picture with “ora et labora” or [...]
Check out this video. It is in Spanish with English subtitles. It is powerful – at least I found it so. If you are not praying the rosary, start today. If you need guidance check out this link to the Rosary Center.
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