1. Practice love of neighbor by being amiable and in general doing good to others. In order to acquire this virtue, make a meditation about the love of neighbor, do a lot of reading on this topic, and make an examination of conscience; do this for a whole month. (III, 108) 2. I need not…
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Saints for August
St. Rose of Lima was a lay woman who was a Dominican Tertiary in the 17th century in Lima, Peru. She was the first canonized saint of the New World. She spent years supporting her family with sewing and gardening. She served the poor and needy, which was the beginning of social service in Peru….
To Love is to Give – August
1. You lament the fact that you love God inadequately and rightly so, for who among mortals can love Him with the love of which He is worthy? But He is a gracious Lord, a good Father, and has regard for our helplessness. He pays more attention to the heart than to sacrifice and even…
Our Lady of Mount Carmel – July 16th
There is a tradition—which may not be historical—that Mary appeared to Saint Simon Stock, a leader of the Carmelites, and gave him a scapular, telling him to promote devotion to it. The scapular is a modified version of Mary’s own garment. It symbolizes her special protection and calls the wearers to consecrate themselves to her…
A Prayer for our Earth
A Prayer for our Earth All-powerful God, you are present in the whole universe and in the smallest of your creatures. You embrace with your tenderness all that exists. Pour out upon us the power of your love, that we may protect life and beauty. Fill us with peace, that we may live as brothers…
To Love is to Give – July
1. Perfection is not reached with folded hands. One must work at overcoming oneself; one must be guided by reason, obedience and the Rule and not be one’s own inclinations. (III, 121) 2. One must necessarily put on the new man, and one accomplishes this through accurately carrying out regulations. I assure you that it…
To Love is to Give – June
1. Prayer is our full treasure. Whoever prays, receives everything. (III, 118) 2. Do not omit any prayers, any pious practices, no matter how you feel, even if you are experiencing the greatest aridity or distaste. Anyone who omits them even once, will eventually come to completely neglecting them. (III, 114) 3. Remember always that…
Pope Leo XIV’s motto and coat of arms
Pope Leo XIV’s motto and coat of arms Pope Leo XIV reveals his coat of arms and motto, which clearly reflect his Augustinian roots. By Vatican News Pope Leo XIV’s coat of arms offers a clear reflection of his Augustinian roots and the values he seeks to promote during his pontificate, particularly unity and communion…
To Love to Give – May
1. I entrust you to the special care of the Most Blessed Virgin, so that she will not leave you for a moment, but that she will inspire you and bless you at every step, and obtain for you graces so that according to the wishes of your Director you may become a great saint….
Pope Francis – Eternal Rest Holy Father
The Vatican has announced that the funeral for Pope Francis will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. local time, 4:00 a.m. ET. They also released new photos and video of the Pope’s body lying in his private chapel at Casa Santa Maria.
Full text of Pope Francis’ last will and testament
Full text of Pope Francis’ last will and testament Feeling that the sunset of my earthly life is approaching and with lively hope in Eternal Life, I wish to express my testamentary will only with regard to the place of my burial. I have always entrusted my life and my priestly and episcopal ministry to…
Anniversary of THE BEATIFICATION OF BLESSED MARY ANGELA
An Ordinary Beginning – An Extraordinary Journey Lillian Halasinski (1913) – Wife, Mother THE CURE THAT LED TO THE BEATIFICATION OF BLESSED MARY ANGELA The church certified the healing of Lillian as a miracle which led to the beatification of Blessed Mary Angela onApril 18, 1993 in Rome, Italy. The Felician Sisters began the process of…