I humbly ask for your prayers.
I work for myself, and business development has been very slow. My anxiety has increased in the past couple weeks. I try to keep remembering that I can’t do everything on my own, so I ask for your prayers.
Also, if you know of anyone who needs marketing research expertise [...]
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Today is the feast day of St. Michael. It was traditionally known as Michaelmas and was a holy day of obligation until the 18th century. The Church has added Saint Gabriel and St Raphael to the feast day - these are the three Archangels named in the bible.
Among other things, St. Michael [...]
One of the nice things about getting together with family is sharing stories. It was my dad’s birthday this weekend and we were all together to celebrate. After the meal, but before dessert we were talking about miracles. I mentioned the story of my brother and the above and beyond actions of [...]
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 who love peace and [...]
We had to arrange our schedule to make sure we were back for orientation at our kid’s school. It was one of the best orientations I’ve been too. Well, each parent is given a handbook, and on the first page is a prayer that I’d like to share.
O Father of humankind,Who has given [...]
Silence is an endangered commodity in the modern world. And we may be the worse off for it. Where has all the silence gone?
Do you remember when cell phones first started appearing? I recall feeling sorry for this busy professional in the early ‘80s answer a phone in a grocery store because [...]
Gunman kills 30 on Virginia Tech campus
Let’s keep all of those killed and injured and their families in our prayers.
Yesterday I was writing about whether I am doing all that I should given the talents God has given me. Is this wondering about myself a manifestation of pride? Perhaps I am doing exactly what I am supposed to be, and if I was more humble I would recognize that. I guess I want to [...]
One of the things about giving up a VP job and working for yourself is that you wonder sometimes if you are a person of consequence. While there were many people below me and my decisions carried weight in determining the course of a company, it was clear that I was at least in [...]
Here is a verse from tomorrow’s (Sun, Feb 4) second reading that really hit me. It is Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians verses 10:
“But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me has not been ineffective”All that I do that is good comes from Him.
Lord, I pray [...]
It has been hectic since the baptism. I have had to finish a couple of projects, I had a school board meeting for our Catholic school, and we had family visiting from Indiana. Not much time to put in a blog. Everyone is doing well, I continue to do alright with Gracie. I have it [...]
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Ps 118:24-29
This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice in it and be glad.
LORD, grant salvation! LORD, grant good fortune!
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the LORD. We bless you from the LORD’S house.
The LORD is God and has given us light. [...]
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From www.sacredspace.ie
ConsciousnessTo be conscious about something is to be aware of it.Dear Lord help me to remember that You gave me life.Thank you for the gift of life.Teach me to slow down, to be still and enjoy the pleasures created for me.To be aware of the beauty that [...]
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Today is the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Today we celebrate when God brought Mary’s body as well as her soul to Heaven after she died. She gets to fully participate in the resurrection right away because of her selfless, sinless life. [...]
I got a call early in the morning that my dad was taking my mom to the hospital. I am praying that all will be well, but your prayers would greatly appreciated. Thanks!
UPDATE: Good news! Just found out it is less serious than they first thought this morning, and it should be [...]
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I am still feeling overwhelmed with all I have to do right now, but I am sure I can get through it. I have a couple thoughts I want to post on, but wish I had more time. They will get out eventually. In the [...]
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I had meant to get part two out yesterday, but work has heated up. And when it is your anniversary, other priorities demand the attention of any free time. So I have this today. Part I can be found by clicking here. In Part I, I discussed greed.
A second stumbling block [...]
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When I pray the Our Father, I will often stop and contemplate one of the specific phrases. From “Our Father” to “deliver us from evil,” I find meditating upon each, provides a special opportunity to open oneself to God. The phrase I stop on most is “Thy will be done.” I [...]
Today is the first in my “bloglife”. Yes, I am a newbie to blogging, but even at 37, I can learn a new trick. With this space on the web, I hope to create a place to share faith and build community for the Greater Glory of God.
How appropriate it is that today is the [...]
