Sit..Stand...Kneel..lie down?

I'm reading The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. A great story about spiritual warfare. In one of the letters Uncle Screwtape reminds newphew wormwood not to worry about his patient's prayer, but to focus on his posture during prayer. Ensure the patients posture during prayer is irreverant, therefore rendering his prayers null. This got me thinking. Is my posture during prayer reverent? Does it dispose me to reverance in prayer? Does the way I sit or stand or even lie down when I pray really matter? I went to the Catechism. They don't say much, directly, about posture, but they do say much on prayer and they say it much better than I. It's not that long, but well worth the read. PART FOUR CHRISTIAN PRAYER SECTION ONE PRAYER IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE CHAPTER THREE THE LIFE OF PRAYER ARTICLE 2 THE BATTLE OF PRAYER 2725 Prayer is both a gift of grace and a determined response on our part. It always presupposes effort. The great figures of prayer of the Old Covenant before Christ, as well as the Mother of God, the saints, and he himself, all teach us this: prayer is a battle. Against whom? Against ourselves and against the wiles of the tempter who does all he can to turn man away from prayer, away from union with God. We pray as we live, because we live as we pray. If we do not want to act habitually according to the Spirit of Christ, neither can we pray habitually in his name. The "spiritual battle" of the Christian's new life is inseparable from the battle of prayer. I. OBJECTIONS TO PRAYER 2726 In the battle of prayer, we must face in ourselves and around us erroneous notions of prayer. Some people view prayer as a simple psychological activity, others as an effort of concentration to reach a mental void. Still others reduce prayer to ritual words and postures. Many Christians unconsciously regard prayer as an occupation that is incompatible with all the other things they have to do: they "don't have the time." Those who seek God by prayer are quickly discouraged because they do not know that prayer comes also from the Holy Spirit and not from themselves alone. 2727 We must also face the fact that certain attitudes deriving from the mentality of "this present world" can penetrate our lives if we are not vigilant. For example, some would have it that only that is true which can be verified by reason and science; yet prayer is a mystery that overflows both our conscious and unconscious lives. Others overly prize production and profit; thus prayer, being unproductive, is useless. Still others exalt sensuality and comfort as the criteria of the true, the good, and the beautiful; whereas prayer, the "love of beauty" (philokalia), is caught up in the glory of the living and true God. Finally, some see prayer as a flight from the world in reaction against activism; but in fact, Christian prayer is neither an escape from reality nor a divorce from life. 2728 Finally, our battle has to confront what we experience as failure in prayer: discouragement during periods of dryness; sadness that, because we have "great possessions,"15 we have not given all to the Lord; disappointment over not being heard according to our own will; wounded pride, stiffened by the indignity that is ours as sinners; our resistance to the idea that prayer is a free and unmerited gift; and so forth. The conclusion is always the same: what good does it do to pray? To overcome these obstacles, we must battle to gain humility, trust, and perseverance. II. HUMBLE VIGILANCE OF HEART Facing difficulties in prayer 2729 The habitual difficulty in prayer is distraction. It can affect words and their meaning in vocal prayer; it can concern, more profoundly, him to whom we are praying, in vocal prayer (liturgical or personal), meditation, and contemplative prayer. To set about hunting down distractions would be to fall into their trap, when all that is necessary is to turn back to our heart: for a distraction reveals to us what we are attached to, and this humble awareness before the Lord should awaken our preferential love for him and lead us resolutely to offer him our heart to be purified. Therein lies the battle, the choice of which master to serve.16 2730 In positive terms, the battle against the possessive and dominating self requires vigilance, sobriety of heart. When Jesus insists on vigilance, he always relates it to himself, to his coming on the last day and every day: today. The bridegroom comes in the middle of the night; the light that must not be extinguished is that of faith: "'Come,' my heart says, 'seek his face!'"17 2731 Another difficulty, especially for those who sincerely want to pray, is dryness. Dryness belongs to contemplative prayer when the heart is separated from God, with no taste for thoughts, memories, and feelings, even spiritual ones. This is the moment of sheer faith clinging faithfully to Jesus in his agony and in his tomb. "Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if dies, it bears much fruit."18 If dryness is due to the lack of roots, because the word has fallen on rocky soil, the battle requires conversion.19 Facing temptations in prayer 2732 The most common yet most hidden temptation is our lack of faith. It expresses itself less by declared incredulity than by our actual preferences. When we begin to pray, a thousand labors or cares thought to be urgent vie for priority; once again, it is the moment of truth for the heart: what is its real love? Sometimes we turn to the Lord as a last resort, but do we really believe he is? Sometimes we enlist the Lord as an ally, but our heart remains presumptuous. In each case, our lack of faith reveals that we do not yet share in the disposition of a humble heart: "Apart from me, you can do nothing."20 2733 Another temptation, to which presumption opens the gate, is acedia. The spiritual writers understand by this a form of depression due to lax ascetical practice, decreasing vigilance, carelessness of heart. "The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak."21 The greater the height, the harder the fall. Painful as discouragement is, it is the reverse of presumption. The humble are not surprised by their distress; it leads them to trust more, to hold fast in constancy. III. FILIAL TRUST 2734 Filial trust is tested - it proves itself - in tribulation.22 The principal difficulty concerns the prayer of petition, for oneself or for others in intercession. Some even stop praying because they think their petition is not heard. Here two questions should be asked: Why do we think our petition has not been heard? How is our prayer heard, how is it "efficacious"? Why do we complain of not being heard? 2735 In the first place, we ought to be astonished by this fact: when we praise God or give him thanks for his benefits in general, we are not particularly concerned whether or not our prayer is acceptable to him. On the other hand, we demand to see the results of our petitions. What is the image of God that motivates our prayer: an instrument to be used? or the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ? 2736 Are we convinced that "we do not know how to pray as we ought"?23 Are we asking God for "what is good for us"? Our Father knows what we need before we ask him,24 but he awaits our petition because the dignity of his children lies in their freedom. We must pray, then, with his Spirit of freedom, to be able truly to know what he wants.25 2737 "You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions."26 If we ask with a divided heart, we are "adulterers";27 God cannot answer us, for he desires our well-being, our life. "Or do you suppose that it is in vain that the scripture says, 'He yearns jealously over the spirit which he has made to dwell in us?'"28 That our God is "jealous" for us is the sign of how true his love is. If we enter into the desire of his Spirit, we shall be heard. Do not be troubled if you do not immediately receive from God what you ask him; for he desires to do something even greater for you, while you cling to him in prayer.29 God wills that our desire should be exercised in prayer, that we may be able to receive what he is prepared to give.30 How is our prayer efficacious? 2738 The revelation of prayer in the economy of salvation teaches us that faith rests on God's action in history. Our filial trust is enkindled by his supreme act: the Passion and Resurrection of his Son. Christian prayer is cooperation with his providence, his plan of love for men. 2739 For St. Paul, this trust is bold, founded on the prayer of the Spirit in us and on the faithful love of the Father who has given us his only Son.31 Transformation of the praying heart is the first response to our petition. 2740 The prayer of Jesus makes Christian prayer an efficacious petition. He is its model, he prays in us and with us. Since the heart of the Son seeks only what pleases the Father, how could the prayer of the children of adoption be centered on the gifts rather than the Giver? 2741 Jesus also prays for us - in our place and on our behalf. All our petitions were gathered up, once for all, in his cry on the Cross and, in his Resurrection, heard by the Father. This is why he never ceases to intercede for us with the Father.32 If our prayer is resolutely united with that of Jesus, in trust and boldness as children, we obtain all that we ask in his name, even more than any particular thing: the Holy Spirit himself, who contains all gifts. IV. PERSERVERING IN LOVE 2742 "Pray constantly . . . always and for everything giving thanks in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God the Father."33 St. Paul adds, "Pray at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance making supplication for all the saints."34 For "we have not been commanded to work, to keep watch and to fast constantly, but it has been laid down that we are to pray without ceasing."35 This tireless fervor can come only from love. Against our dullness and laziness, the battle of prayer is that of humble, trusting, and persevering love. This love opens our hearts to three enlightening and life-giving facts of faith about prayer. 2743 It is always possible to pray: The time of the Christian is that of the risen Christ who is with us always, no matter what tempests may arise.36 Our time is in the hands of God: It is possible to offer fervent prayer even while walking in public or strolling alone, or seated in your shop, . . . while buying or selling, . . . or even while cooking.37 2744 Prayer is a vital necessity. Proof from the contrary is no less convincing: if we do not allow the Spirit to lead us, we fall back into the slavery of sin.38 How can the Holy Spirit be our life if our heart is far from him? Nothing is equal to prayer; for what is impossible it makes possible, what is difficult, easy. . . . For it is impossible, utterly impossible, for the man who prays eagerly and invokes God ceaselessly ever to sin.39 Those who pray are certainly saved; those who do not pray are certainly damned.40 2745 Prayer and Christian life are inseparable, for they concern the same love and the same renunciation, proceeding from love; the same filial and loving conformity with the Father's plan of love; the same transforming union in the Holy Spirit who conforms us more and more to Christ Jesus; the same love for all men, the love with which Jesus has loved us. "Whatever you ask the Father in my name, he [will] give it to you. This I command you, to love one another."41 He "prays without ceasing" who unites prayer to works and good works to prayer. Only in this way can we consider as realizable the principle of praying without ceasing.42

Prayer Request

Please keep a friend and her husband, A & J, in prayer. They lost their little unborn baby at 18 weeks. It is heartbreaking.

A Simple Prayer

My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think that I am following your will does not meant that I am actually doing so, But I believe that the desire to please you does in fact please you. And I hope I have that desire in all that I am doing. I hope that I will never do anything apart from that desire. And I know that if I do this you will lead me by the right road though I may know nothing about it. Therefore, will I trust you always though I may seem to be lost and in the shadow of death, I will not fear, for you are ever with me, and you will never leave me to face my perils alone.
- Thomas Merton

Devoted?

Well, I was tagged for this meme twice and so I figured I best do something about it. By both Sarah and Patty.

If you haven't seen it yet, it's the Five Favorite Devotions meme. What's so dern funny is you can find my five here at Prayer4theJourney

Here's a recap, oh and my favorite is at the bottom.

The Rosary

The Divine Mercy

The St. Michael Chaplet (although it's a long one, so I don't say it often enough..but I like to say it with Mother Angelica on EWTN)

The Litany of Humility (introduced to me by Sarah and I've need it ever since)

The Consecration to Mary (or True Devotion by St. Louis De Montfort...this one is a lifelong devotion..not only comprised of individual prayers and rosaries, but a complete consecration of the heart and soul towards our Lord through His beautiful mother. It is something that I labor at daily. Like a long walk up a windy path..not sure of where I am going at times..distracted at times..wholly consumed and straight on at others..)

The only one not on this list and the one I love most of all is Adoration of Our Lord in The Blessed Sacrament. It is here that Jesus teaches me. Sees me. Knows me. I am still learning how to learn from Him, see Him and know Him. I have so far to go.

I am not going to tag anyone else, because most everyone I know has been tagged and also because the ones who haven't have already declared a blog break. But do share your devotions in the comments.

Litany to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Call To Prayer

Come, Holy Spirit

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Thy faithful and enkindle in them the fire of Thy love.

V. Send forth Thy Spirit and they shall be created.
R. And Thou shalt renew the face of the earth.

Let us pray. O God, Who didst instruct the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, grant us in the same Spirit to be truly wise, and ever to rejoice in His consolation. Through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Did you know that you can pray the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office, Prayers of the Church, Breviary, etc) with the help of Universalis.com?
I was blessed to pray Morning prayer and Vespers with the Benedictines of St. Bernards Abbey not long ago. To pray in the presence of these holy men and listen as their chant rises to the ears of Our Lord was a truly awesome experience.

For more info on the Liturgy of The Hours check out EWTN

World Priest Day

Heavenly Father,
We come before you today to ask your blessing on our brothers,
Whom you have called to the Sacrament of Holy Orders.

Lord Jesus,
We ask that you support them with your presence
And fill them with grace to serve You faithfully.

Gracious Spirit,
Unite us in service with those whom you have called.
Open our hearts to encourage our brothers and sons to pursue your calling,
And open their hearts to hear Your call to this most Holy Sacrament.

Amen.


click HERE to find out more about World Priest Day.

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Prayer Request ****UPDATE***

UPDATE: Went to the doc this morning and all seems to be well. Not sure why my ankles are swelling but she did some blood tests and we'll go from there. My face, at least, is back to normal. Big relief. Let me tell ya, vanity reared her ugly head here this weekend. It was truly a difficult thing to do, walk out of this house looking like I did. I didn't like the way I looked, but I really didn't like the way I reacted to how I looked. Know what I mean? Anyway, I got a good dose of humility and I thank God for it.

So, for now...thank you all for your prayers and hopefully I'll be back to normal soon.
Blessings!




For me. I don't usually do this, but I've got some weird stuff going on. Short story I had a cystic lesion on my forehead that went crazy (basically a hard pimple under the skin that started spreading across my forehead and my face). I was put on doxycyclene for the weekend, that didn't work, so yesterday they put me on Septra. The lesion was lanced and I have a beautiful bandage on top of what will likely be a small scar. But the lesion is still there, hard as a rock, very very slowly going away. Last night I noticed my ankles looked a little fat. That's usually the one place on this body that I can guarantee is going to be thin. Not now.

My ankles look like my ankles did at 9 months pregnant in June. My cheeks are also starting to puff. I have a call into the nurse to see what she wants me to do, but it's really freaky. I may head to the ER anyhow, if she doesn't call me soon. This is just very strange for me, because I am never sick. Those of you readers who know me, know that. So, apparently when it hits me, it hits me hard.

so if you could, take a moment and ask the Good Lord and His Blessed Mother to watch over me and heal whatever it is that has a hold of me right now. I so much appreciate it.
Blessings!

Feel like a song...

Heard this today and it reminded me of Our Lord. Sometimes secular songs do that..

Martina McBride: I Just Call You Mine

I pinch myself sometimes to make sure I'm not in a dream
That's how it seems
I close my eyes and breathe in the sweetest moments I've ever known
It feels like home
And here I am I want to be your everything
There you are
Turning winter into spring

And everyone who sees you
Always want's to know you
And everyone who knows you
Always have a smile
You're standing ovation after years of waiting
For a chance to finally shine
Everyone calls you amazing
Yeah
I just call you mine

I fall apart
Just a word from you just somehow seems to fix
Whatever's wrong
Oh, you reach into the weakest moments
And remind me that I'm strong
You've got to know
I'd be a fool not to see you even worse
To forget that you're more than I deserve

Cause everyone who sees you
Always want's to know you
And everyone who knows you
Always have a smile
You're standing ovation after years of waiting
For a chance to finally shine
Everyone calls you amazing
I just call you mine

Nothing makes sense when you're not here
As if my whole world disappears
Without you what's the point of it

Cause everyone who sees you
Always want's to know you
And everyone who knows you
Always have a smile
You're the dream that I've been chasin' after years of waiting
For a chance to finally shine
Everyone calls you amazing
I just call you mine
Everyone calls you amazing
I just call you mine

Listen here.

Adoration

God, you are my God, I pine for you;
my heart thirsts for you,
my body longs for you,
as a land parched, dreary and waterless.
Thus I have gazed on you in the sanctuary,
seeing your power and your glory.

Better your faithful love than life itself;
my lips will praise you .
Thus I will bless you all my life,
in your name I lift up my hands.
All my longings fulfilled as with fat and rich foods,
a song of joy on my lips and praise in my mouth.

On my bed when I think of you,
I muse on you in the watches of the night,
for you have always been my help;
in the shadow of your wings I rejoice;
my heart clings to you,
your right hand supports me.

May those who are hounding me to death
go down to the depths of the earth,
given over to the blade of the sword,
and left as food for jackals.
Then the king shall rejoice in God,
all who swear by him shall gain recognition,
for the mouths of liars shall be silenced.
- Psalm 65

A Beautiful Reminder

The Consecrated Hands of a Priest
We need them in life’s early morning,
We need them again at its close;
We feel their warm clasp of true friendship,
We seek them when tasting life’s woes.
At the altar each day we behold them,
And the hands of a king on his throne
Are not equal to them in their greatness;
Their dignity stands all alone;
And when we are tempted and wander,
To pathways of shame and of sin,
It’s the hand of a priest that will absolve us–
Not once, but again and again.
And when we are taking life’s partner,
Other hands may prepare us a feast,
But the hand that will bless and unite us–
Is the beautiful hand of a priest.
God bless them and keep them all holy,
For the Host which their fingers caress;
When can a poor sinner do better,
Than to ask Him to guide thee and bless?
When the hour of death comes upon us,
May our courage and strength be increased,
By seeing raised over us in blessing–
The beautiful hands of a priest.

When you can't think of what to pray: Prayers for Priests

What a Wonderful Blessing

This last weekend was full of wonderful blessings.

My brother and his family were able to come and spend some time with us. They live very near by but, unfortunately we are not able to get together often because of schedules. It is always so awesome when we can visit with them.

We were also blessed to have our priest friend come down to bless our new home. He brought with him a wonderful family that we made fast friends with. I can't thank them enough for coming. They have a precious family and we are honored to meet them.

Father said Mass in our home on Monday and then we headed to the build site for the house blessing. There are no words to say how much it means to me to have Father say Mass in our home and bless our new home. It is just the right start. Here are some pictures.

St. Josemaria & My wishlist

So lately I have been calling on our Lord for everything under the sun. :) I feel like a kid again, in that, back then I had no limits to my wants and desires and frequently asked Him for all of it. Including a million dollars! As I got older I began to feel like maybe I was using him as one would use a genie in a lamp. "Here, God, this is what I want, grant it for me".

So I began to shy away from asking Him for what I wanted. I note here, that was to my detriment.

Then I read a book called Left to Tell. A woman going through the Rwandan genocide who relied wholly on God during her time of captivity. She would often tell Jesus what she wanted and thank Him in advance. I thought that was kinda weird, too forward, not reverent and definitely not something I would do.

Then...I realized one day, as I was praying, I was doing it. I thanked God for the blessings in my life and for any future blessings and graces He would bestow upon me and my family. Umm..okay..so let's go one step further then. I'll just sorta ask Him, in a roundabout way..(and I was always concerned about how I asked..don't want to make Him mad, ya know?)..

Then last night I read this by St. Josemaria Escriva:

"Be more daring still, and whenever you need anything, mindful always of the "fiat" - "Your will be done" - don't ask, tell him: "Jesus, I want this or that". For that's the way children ask." #403 The Way

I love the way He works. He always answers my questions.

My baby is growing up...

today she will receive the sacrament of First Reconciliation. She chose this day and is looking forward to it. It is a blessing to know that she is not scared or unwilling. A bit nervous maybe..she keeps asking me what to do if she forgets something :).

She is best friends with St. Therese, St. Bernadette and St. Cecilia. I am confident that they will be there with her.

Please keep her(aka: Mr. Pinch) in your prayers today.

Blessings to all!

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It's Coming - Do Something Now!

The pro-abortion folks are currently readying themselves to remove, bit by bit, all barriers to killing children in the womb.

In the works and being reported on Fox News, President Obama will soon be rescinding the "conscience" rule. This rule allows for medical professionals to opt out of performing abortions because of a moral objection.

In essence, Obama and his crew from Planned Parenthood, NOW and all others who think it's okay to kill a child (and if you don't think it's a child take a look at the 4D ultrasounds on my sidebar) in the womb at any stage of development including up to the 9th month of pregnancy, are going to try and force medical professionals who have a valid moral objection to performing an abortion into becoming accomplices in murder.

His crew says it's because the rule could give grounds to drug stores to not distribute contraceptives to women. If you didn't know, The Pill is an abortifacient. It is not a pretty little package with a small pill you swallow every day. You can actually get pregnant on the pill..you won't have the baby because the pill and it's combo of hormones creates a hostile environment in your womb. Also in my sidebar is more information on the pill.

The most pro-abortion leadership ever. How many children have to be murdered in what is supposed to be the safest place for them, their own mothers womb? It is an outrage.

Now they want to force others to do the killing for them. It's gruesome. Inform yourselves. Rescinding this rule is forcing others to murder against their will, no doubt.

This rule will be open to comment from the people before it is rescinded. Please contact your congressman and Senators immediately and tell them you are against the rescinding of this rule.

Alice Wrahse, Rest in Peace

My husband's grandmother began her journey home last night.
Alice was 93 years old. Please keep her and Dave's family in your prayers.

Call For Support For The Bishop of Scranton

I am asking all of my faithful Catholics in the blogosphere to please bring this issue to light in your blogs.

Bishop Martino of the Diocese of Scranton has courageously called on Senator Casey of PA (a Catholic) to stop his support of Abortion. In particular, Senator Casey voted against an amendment brought by Sen. Mel Martinez (R-FL) that would have reinstated the Mexico City Policy rescinded by President Obama on January 23rd.

Bishop Martino wrote to Senator Casey:
“Your failure to reverse this vote will regrettably mean that you persist formally in cooperating with the evil brought about by this hideous and unnecessary policy,” says the Bishop."
You can view the entire text of the letter to Senator Casey here.

Bishop Martino also has harsh words for Misericordia University(a Catholic College in PA) for their actions in bringing Mr. Keith Boykin, a graduate of Harvard Law School He is the former Executive Director of the National Black Gay & Lesbian Leadership Forum, and the author numerous books promoting the homosexual agenda, to speak as part of their Diversity Institute. Read the diocesan statement here.

Misericordia University responded "Misericordia University is committed deeply to its Catholic mission. Inseparable from that mission is our identity as an academic institution where ideas and positions are explored critically and freely."

For those wishing to honor pro-choice politicians during Scranton's St. Patrick celebration the Diocese of Scranton says:

"In a letter dated February 6th, John Dougherty, the auxiliary Bishop of Scranton asked the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick of Lackawanna County to not "honor" pro-abortion officials. Bishop Martino will deny Holy Communion to any pro-abortion elected official. The bishop says he'll even close St. Peter's Cathedral or any catholic church in the diocese for masses associated with the holiday celebration *and* honor those elected officials."

Check out this news clip from NBC affiliate WBRE in Wilkes-Barre, supposed Catholics. It's absurd.

It is my belief that we, as Catholics faithful to the Magisterium of the Church, should support Bishop Martino and all leaders in the Church who uphold Her teachings. If you agree, please email or write a letter of support to the Bishop of Scranton, the United States Council of Catholic Bishops, and your local diocesan Bishop.

The recent statement of The Holy Father to Speaker Pelosi is a clear call to all Catholics for action and prayer. We must support our priests and bishops who remain faithful to Church teaching in the face of great adversity.

Before his election to the Papacy, Cardinal Ratzinger wrote very clearly on the subject of pro-choice politicians receiving The Eucharist in his letter "Worthiness to Receive Holy Communion".

"Regarding the grave sin of abortion or euthanasia, when a person’s formal cooperation becomes manifest (understood, in the case of a Catholic politician, as his consistently campaigning and voting for permissive abortion and euthanasia laws), his Pastor should meet with him, instructing him about the Church’s teaching, informing him that he is not to present himself for Holy Communion until he brings to an end the objective situation of sin, and warning him that he will otherwise be denied the Eucharist."

Now is the time for action. Now is the time for faithful Catholics to stand up and be heard. If you have time to read this blog entry than please take a moment to voice your support.

Write a letter or call Bishop Martino :

Diocese of Scranton
300 Wyoming Avenue
Scranton, PA 18503
Main Chancery Number: 570-207-2238
Fax Number: 570-207-2236

President of the USCCB

Office of the Bishop
Most Reverend Bishop William S. Skylstad, D.D.
Rev. Steven Dublinski, Moderator of the Curia/Vicar General
Rev. Msgr. John Steiner, Vicar General
Mary Cole, Executive Assistant
(509) 358-7305

Find your Bishop's contact info here.

Margie's Moments

Come Holy Spirit...


Want an easy three word prayer that works miracles? Just pray these words...

Come Holy Spirit

when you are distracted...when you are angry........
Come Holy Spirit
when you are impatient...when you don't have the answer...
Come Holy Spirit

Anytime you need to refocus your thoughts and your soul
say this simple prayer to bring peace and calm to your day.

Friday Fast For the Unborn

Heavenly Father, You create men in Your own image, and You desire that not even the least among us should perish.In Your love for us, You entrusted Your only Son to the holy Virgin Mary. Now, in Your Love,protect against he wickedness of the devil,those little ones to whom You have given the gift of life.

Friday Fast 8-Noon, complete fast. If you read this pray for those fasting and if you join the fast please post a comment so we can pray for you as well.