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Mt 25:1-13 11/8 10 virgins / oil spiritual readiness SUBMITTED

In today's age, rather than Oil, we rely on batteries for energy. For young ones, it's all about the devices. Have you ever been with a child during a blackout and encountered their astonishment at machines not working? Our current times are so full of distractions and the desire to keep busy. Genuine prayer and quiet time for God are often lost in the shuffle, for many children and adults alike. With the increasing reliance on fast-paced machines, I worry we are brainwashed into the wrong priorities.  Our sole life goal should be striving for Sainthood, and nothing else. To best prepare for entry to Heaven, we can turn to the Saints for guidance. What better use of robots or A.I. than this? One website I recently found has tools to help me improve how to pray by applying the practices of different Saints to Scripture. From practicing deep self-reflection like St Augustine, or basking in little ways of sharing love like St Therese, I can actively exercise my soul for the spirit...
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Tami 2026 Mt 5:17-37 link of old and new testament through Christ (2/15/26 Childrens Liturgy)

Everyone who is angry with his brother without a cause will be in danger of the judgment. Whoever says to his brother, ‘Raca!’ will be in danger of the council. Whoever says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of Gehenna. 5:23 “If therefore you are offering your gift at the altar, and there remember that your brother has anything against you, 5:24 leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. 5:25 Agree with your adversary quickly while you are with him on the way;  How I struggle with carrying out what is truly asked of me by God! I recently came across a term called "rejection sensitivity". This spoke to me, as since little, I find how easily I could get upset by things not going my way. My confidence low, if another hurt me, I would quickly hold a grudge unless things were clearly reconciled at a later point.  To this day, I remain that sinner who has had difficulty putting into pract...
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The Most Holy Name of Jesus (Jn 1:29-34)

 The Most Holy Name of Jesus ( Jn 1:29-34) One of my favorite Advent traditions is meditating on the many names of Jesus. As I like to envision the immense joy and peace that came as John identified Jesus as the Lamb of God, there are numerous titles we can embrace for our Lord to bring us closer to Him and know His presence. For my kids, I like to hang ornaments that each have a different name written on simple wood that they can trace and decorate. I'm not sure if there's a single name that is my favorite but think this could be a great activity to work on whether at home with family or in a Sunday School class. The infinite titles for Christ remind me that for one, He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end of all, without which, everything else in the world depends upon. At the same time though, through His name exists an everlasting love which He has then extended to each of us. He calls us each by name as well, as we matter and are of infinite importance to ...
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Mt 1:18-24 St Joseph's humble faith

  My confession is I struggle with having a large ego. Wanting to be seen and acknowledged. Validated. Low self confidence. In this generation so many families fail due to one's prioritizing our individual needs above all else. Status, wealth. This is often unconscious but still human flaw. How common is it in each of us, to want more attention, particularly in what is supposed to be our safe haven, the household.   St. Joseph, similar to your bloodline of King David, you knew your identity. As little, but protected, always in the arms of God. That God is with us. Because of this, we can be of great faith and prevail despite any earthly struggle. From family uncertainty to having to flee from your homeland, you trusted God with a steadfastness I pray to emulate. Faithful and virtuous, you held commitment to others above yourself. St. Joseph, patron saint of families, guide me to be like you. Be humble. Be at peace within my heart. Teach me that love is above else, sa...
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"The one who showed him mercy.”

Oh, Divine Mercy in my soul. There is no greater gift than Christ's love for me, a poor sinner.  God's mercy far surpasses anything the human mind is capable of imagining; like the edges of the universe, its boundaries are limitless.  Repeatedly I fall, yet there is beauty and glory in that my bridegroom, my Lord, waits for me so that He can offer a forgiveness unlike any other. For I am but a mere speck of dust, but to Him, I am ravishing.  Lord, help me be like you, my Rabbi, to share mercy with others. My heart is like stone, but you can melt it with a fire that sets the weakest spirit ablaze with new life. You share Peace, even after being denied, ridiculed, and abandoned.  May I know your patience and compassion!   Christ, let me know your fervor, so that your sacrifice is never in vain.  With gratitude, help me to recognize you in every being I encounter.  Let me  know  your courage, to go to the depths of darkness to share a light that...
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Panis Angelicus / Bread of Angels [submit Diocesan]

Panis Angelicus / Bread of Angels Music is a way to express emotion when words are otherwise limited. As I have always found prayer difficult, I've been trying to better develop my relationship with God through various aids. One recent example is investing in Piano classes for my children, with the hope that this will later result in a skillset they can use to praise God.  Have you ever stopped to take in just how important music is in the Church? How many beautiful hymns you can recall word by word?  Panis Angelicus is one of my favorite hymns about the Eucharist. I remember growing up listening to the version by then 10-year-old Charlotte Church. In English, the hymn is translated as "The Bread of Angels", and originates from a longer hymn by  Saint  Thomas Aquinas  for the  feast of Corpus Christi , the feast of the Body of Christ.  Bread of Angels,  made the bread of men; The Bread of heaven  puts an end to all symbols: A thing wonderful!...
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Here I am, Lord / Aquí Estoy, Señor

  SEPTEMBER 10, 2023  https://diocesan.com/here-i-am-lord/ “In the twilight of our lives, we will be judged based on how we loved.” – St John of the Cross.  How do you treat others? Do you take for granted those closest to you? Do you open your eyes to strangers in need, or look the other way? I know for myself I am extremely sensitive to criticism. It can be so hard to be around those who have hurt or offended me. Forgiveness is perhaps the most difficult of Christ’s teachings to follow in my daily life. And yet, as a Christian, we will be known by our ability to forgive. To truly love one another as Christ has loved us, we must set ourselves apart from the rest of the world. Since we are all part of the Kingdom, we need to figure out how to get along with each other – after all, we will be spending eternity together!  One day we will be judged  on how we loved. On love alone. Ultimately we have to ask ourselves, “Did I show up? Did I say, ‘Here I am’, to those...
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