Gabriel's Trumpet: Recent Episodes
Fr. William Maestri Overfed and Undernourished
father maestri will share the daily gospel and his interpretation or clarification of God's holy word from sacred scripture while also addressing some questions and hitting some popular issues facing us today. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fr-william-maestri-overfed-and-undernourished/support
The stone which sealed the tomb of Jesus on Good Friday has been rolled away! This episode discusses the meaning of the rolled away stone for our daily walk with the Lord..
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Today is a time of solemn waiting and a time of ANTICIPATION. This episode discusses the way of waiting and anticipating; the way of remembering and hoping.
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We began the three holiest days of the year with Holy Thursday, The Lord's Supper. This episode discusses the three parts of this HOLY NIGHT and its meaning for our participation in these three days AND BEYOND.
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What price would WE want to betray or deny Jesus? Judas and Peter had a price in mind. This episode discusses our own price and Jesus's response to betrayal and denial on this Spy Wednesday.
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How do we cope with disappointment, especially when we have spent so much of our resources in trying to help others? We can get angry, give up, blame the other or circumstances. This episode discusses the way God responds to disappointment and its meaning for US.
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The crowds have gone home. The psalms removed. The cloaks gathered. This episode discusses the the day AFTER Palm Sunday. It a day of a prophetic act by a woman which reveals what lies ahead for Jesus and all who follow him.
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It may seem strange if not contradictory that the triumphal entry into Jerusalem is connected to the PASSION of Jesus? This episode discusses the meaning of this unbroken oneness and it's meaning as we enter into this HOLY WEEK.
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We hear a great deal of talk today about the presence of CONSPIRACIES. this episode discusses the the meaning and DANGEROUS DYNAMICS of CONSPIRACIES with an evil intent. And the destructive consequences that result.
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Three frustrating things: try to sleep but sleep not, wait for one who comes not, and TRY TO PLEASE BUT PLEASE NOT!. This episode discusses the the trying to please but pleasing NOT. What does Jesus teach when faced with such situations? How do WE respond?
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Without faith living is NOT possible. From the moment we are born, life is a web of faith and trust. So it is and more so on the SUPERNATURAL level. This episode discusses the need for faith on the natural and SUPERNATURAL levels of daily living.
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To be a Christian is to be a WITNESS! Each day we are called to give testimony by our thoughts, words, and ACTIONS that what we believe is TRUE about Jesus. This episode discusses the meaning of being a daily witness as to the TRUTH of our gift of faith.
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Antidotes work to counter the deadly effects of poisons. This episode discusses the the poison of SIN and its DEADLY effects on the soul. What is the ANTIDOTE to the poison of SIN?
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There is a higher law than justice. It the perfection of justice by MERCY. With being shown mercy one is called to repent and reform. This episode discusses the importance of justice, mercy, and reform in our relationship with God and others..
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We are moving ever closer to the holy city of Jerusalem! God is doing something NEW! Do we see it? This episode discusses the new thing God is doing. Are we prepared to be part of the assembly walking with the Lord?
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Is God VENGEFUL? The short answer is YES! However, NOT by the standards of the world. This episode discusses the vengeance of God and it's meaning for US TODAY.
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We don't like to think we are FOOLS. Yet, to be a faithful disciple of Christ is to be a FOOL! This episode discusses the importance of BEING A FOOL for Christ and the Gospel.
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We say that seeing is beliving. NOT always! True belief requires more than seeing. This episode discusses the MORE that is required.
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We often waste our time in fear. This episode discusses the dynamic of fear and its consequences. We also need to reflect on the way we live in freedom from FEAR and to walk toward the God who invites us to live in the joy of TRUTH!
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Water is essential for life. Water is essential for growth. This is true physically and SPIRITUALLY. This episode discusses the the need for spiritual hydration, especially in the waters of our Baptism. We are to WALK WET in those waters each day.
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The eyes are the windows to the soul. We tend to judge on the basis of eye appeal. However, we often overlook the heart; what is really important -- the core of one's being. The Lord alone is able to see the heart. This episode discusses the importance of forming a pure heart in our relationship with God.
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Life is the cycle of light and darkness. Spiritually, it is the ebb and flow of grace and sin, freedom and fear. With sin we live with FEAR of the light. Jesus is the LIGHT of LIFE. This episode discusses the importance of living in the light. We need NOT be AFRAID.
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This episode discusses the the meaning of SINCERITY and its importance in our everyday lives. Sincerity is essential in our relationship with God.
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Confession is a PROCESS! There are stages: confession, contrition, firm resolve not to commit that offense again, penance as restitution for the offense, and receiving the peace of reconciliation. This episode discusses the importance of the process of a genuine confession.
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Ofter we face situations which appear to be lifeless and hopeless. We find ourselves in a kind of desert. We have no water. The Lord invites us to STRIKE THE ROCK! We and return to former ways of acting or we can in faith and trust strike the rock in which life giving waters will gush forth. The decision is OURS!
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One of the most important RESPONSIBILITIES of parents and grandparents is the religious formation of those entrusted to their care. This episode discusses the the obligation and privilege of teaching the young abot Almighty God. This teaching comes through word and EXAMPLE!
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We DO NOT pray TO the Saints. We pray THROUGH the Saints to Almighty God. Also, the acceptable sacrifice to God comes from our very being. We carry that OFFERING within us each day.
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The word surrender carries with it the idea of giving up. There is another way to surrender -- acknowledging our limitations and the need for help. This episode discusses the the two ways of SURRENDER . One leads to despair, the other opens the way to blessedness.
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A key element in Christian love is PATIENCE. Too often we discard people and things which do not produce results quickly enough. In doing so we often miss out on the fruits of patient love. This episode discusses the PATIENT LOVE of God toward each of us. We are called to show tjat love to others and to OURSELVES!
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Today is the memorial of St Joseph. This episode discusses three aspects of St Joseph's life for us today: integrity, silence, and the eork of God through our daily witness.
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The poison of jealousy is one which blinds the eyes and corrupts the soul. We fail to see all we have received and have to OFFER to God's glory and the benefit of others. This episode discusses the importance of being grateful for our gifts and blessings. The antidote to gealousy is GRATITUDE and sharing your gifts with others.
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This episode discusses the background of St Patrick's Day. We thank God for the gift of the Irish and pray God's blessing on Ireland, the Church in Ireland, and all the Irish who contibuted to the blessedness of America.
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Along with ingratitude, the sting of BETRAYAL is a most painful hurt. Trust is fragile. Hard to gain, easy to break, and very difficult to repair. This episode discusses the ways of responding to betrayal -- when we have been betrayed and when we have betrayed God and others.
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From the earliest moments we desire to be recognized. We feel the need to be noticed and relevant. This episode discusses the true meaning of being relevant and making a difference in the lives of others and most especially in the eye's of God.
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Are our crosses the result of God asking us to carry the burdens of others, OR are our crosses really SELF- INFLICTED wounds from OUR sins? This episode discusses the difference between a cross and a scar from OUR sinfulness.
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Today we focus on the Transfiguration of Jesus AND ors as well. This episode discusses the UNREST of the story. There is a crucial part that must be accepted BEFORE we enter into glory with God.
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We all like to think we are special. Special to others and to God. However, with being special comes RESPONSIBILITY. This episode discusses the connection between being special and the expectations of being special.
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Preperation is essential for the success of any event. This is especially true when it comes to offering the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. This episode discusses the need for centering ourselves on a preperation too often ignored.
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The Book of Esther speaks to us in our own facing of EVIL. Esther is chosen by God to lead Israel to deliverence. Her COURAGE serves as inspiration for all of us in the face of EVIL With God and our living faith ALL things are possible!
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The first step in battle is to know the REAL enemy. The real enemy is Satan. We see it in our present world situation with its war in eastern Europe. It is a SPIRITUAL war. This episode discusses the our participation in this current war. The way we are to serve as God's vessels.
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Along with fasting and charity, PRAYER is one of the basic aspects of the Lenten season. This episode discusses the direction Jesus offers to us about fruitful PRAYER.
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There are many forms of poverty. The most visible is that of economic poverty. But there is a deeper poverty a spiritual poverty. This poverty effects the soul. We may be rich materially but poor in the riches of a living relationship with God. This episode discusses the deeper poverty of the soul.
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Much of life is lived with the tension of pleasing others and pleasing only ourselves. Both extremes are harmful. This episode discusses the need to find the right balance. Above all to offer God praise FIRST and caring for those in need. In so doing we prove ourselves.
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When we think of a house we usually think of a physical structure. However WE are the houses of the Lord. We are TEMPLES of the Holy Spirit! Lent is the Holy Season for doing an inspection of the condition of the house/temple in which the Holy Spirit resides. What is the condition? What is in need of RESTORATION?
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Fasting is one of the traditional ways of participating in the Holy Season of Lent ( prayer and almsgiving the other two). What is the proper way of fasting during this Lenten season? This episode discusses the the fasting that brings us closer to God and others.
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Freedom is a natural gift from God that is essential to our being human. With freedom comes RESPONSIBILITY. This episode discusses the the importance of making choices that lead us to God. This is especially true during this Lenten Season.
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Lent is the Holy Season of our journey with the Lord to the Holy City of Jerusalem. We usually do so by prayer, fasting, and acts of charity. The Lord invites us to the INVISIBLE Lent! This episode discusses the meaning of such a walking with Him.
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We can live by the fickle finger of fate or by the FIRM FAITH of our convictions. We are ready to enter the Holy Season of Lent. This episode discusses the two ways we can enter the Holy Season of Lent.
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Our speech reveals more than mere words. Our speech reveals that which reveals the soul! Our conversations provide a window into the soul. Our speech often directs our everyday lives. This episode discusses the importance of prudential speech and conversations.
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To write a letter of recommendation is an act of great trust and responsibility. We are recommending that person AND we are saying WE can be TRUSTED that OUR word is true and honest. This episode discusses the fact that WE are God's letters of recommendation to the world! How we live testifies to others as to whether or not God can be TRUSTED!
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What will you leave behind to those who come ater you? For what do you want to be remembered? Will it be MORE than earthly possessions? Will it be the example of a life lived in loving service to God and others? This episode reflects on the importance of the last will and testament we leave and for what we will be remembered.
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Three things that should never be lost are the GIFTS are snail mail, physical books, and libraries. There is something mysterious about these three. This is especially true when talking about Sacred Scripture. This episode discusses the WONDER of each of these special gifts.
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The world is once again in the grip of war. The forces of conquest are on the march. The contest is as old as human nature and history. This episode discusses the ways we as people of faith are to WITNESS and do our part to resist the present evil.
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We live in a credential society. From the doctor to the mechanic, credentials are posted on the wall for all to see. What is the one absolute credential for the Christian? This episode discusses the CREDENTIAL which marks the disciple of Christ, and the ways we are to make it visible.
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All discrimination is NOT EVIL! There is a very necessary discrimination that is necessary for the good of our souls. We must develop a prudent good judgment as to who and what brings us closer to God and AVOID those people who lead us toward evil. This episode discusses the the importance of practicing GOOD DISCRIMINATION.
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There is a proper order for every action to reach it's final goal. AVOID doing the LAST THING FIRST! This episode discusses the need to do things in their PROPER ORDER. This is crucial for our daily lives and especially in our SPIRITUAL LIVES.
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The expression " Get Real! " has come to mean stop dreaming and get both feet on the ground. This is especially true when it comes to things SPIRITUAL. This episode discusses the meaning of " Getting Real " when it comes to our relationship with God and others..
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Life is one long journey and project. Essential to a good arrival or completion is PREPERATION. The end of a thing is determined by its beginning. This episode discusses the the GAME PLAN for a blessed arrival at our true and lastin home --LIFE in the presence of God.
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Two of the most important questions of life are: Who we are? And to WHOM we beling? Some answer TO MYSELF. Such an answer leaves us isolated and alone. In truth we belong to God in whose image and likeness we are made. This episode discusses the way we answer these questions determines our life here on earth and in ETERNITY!
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Our lives are often chaotic and scattered. So much to do and so little time to do it. There is the NEED to live with balance and focus. This episode discusses the way of balance in our everyday lives and in our SPIRITUAL lives. Peace comes through the well ORDERED life.
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At times we find ourselves without the means to pay a bill, We can panic, feel embrassed, or even take on extra work. Our sins leave us with a bill we CANNOT pay. This episode discusses the the way God has paid the debt. Also the way we can show gratitude.
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Granting and receiving favors is a tricky exchange. Must we always return a favor? Do WE expect a return? Do we follow Jesus expecting a return NOW? This episode reflects on the dynamics of our relationship with God in terms of what WE expect in return.
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This episode discusses the meaning of the eye of the NEEDLE. What does image mean for our daily walk with the Lord.? Hint: it has nothing to do with sewing. We must learn to pass through the eye of the NEEDLE on the way to the Lord. How can we do such a thing?
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We live in a fast pace world. We want everything NOW! The spiritual life is NOT one of QUICK FIXES. Love takes time. Our knowledge and love of God takes time-- a LIFETIME! This episode discusses the the need for taking time with our relationship with God. For God takes MERCIFUL TIME with and FOR US!
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We live in hypersensitive times. The slightest breeze of CORRECTION hurts our feelings. Yet, to correct is an act of LOVE when done with LOVE! Such is a Spiritual Work of Mercy. This episode discusses the importance of loving one another by loving CORRECTION !
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It takes courage to reveal ones thoughts and inner feelings. Such self-revelation can only take place with REVERENCE. This episode discusses the importance of self-revelation with God and others.
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To be considered faithful is an excellent quality. However, we do not like being taken for granted! We need to be appreciated and feel we make a difference. Too often we can presume on God's MERCY! This episode discusses the need to seek mercy AND to change our lives.
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Time is a MYSTERY! We are beings in time: past, present, and future. There is no escaping TIME. This episode discusses the mystery of time and its MEANING for our everyday lives and for our spiritual encounter with God.
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This episode discusses the difference between being childlike and CHILDISH. This distinction is crucial for our maturing in our daily walk with the Lord.
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Today it seems that common sense has become UNCOMMON! We are TOLD to simply obey no matter what our common sense tells us. We are to conform because our so- called ' betters" tell us. This episode discusses the importance of following our common sense informed by our FAITH in the Word of God.
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We spend a great deal of time trying to prove we are adequate. We are in the know. We are more than competent, When we pray, we can pray in a way that tells God of all our virtues. We often fail to speak our sins and the need for MERCY and FORGIVENESS. This episode discusses the importance of being HONEST defore God. Only then can we receive the grace of FORGIVENESS and true communion with the Lord.
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The human body is the crown of God's creation. Male and female He created them DIFFERENT so as to complete what is lacking in the other. The NUPTIAL love between husband and wife is UNITY in DIFFERENCES! The two become ONE FLESH. This episode discusses the wonder of PROCREATION in which God and the married couple, male and female, bring forth with God a NEW HUMAN BEING!
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Either / Or thinking often leads to conflict and division. We must learn to speak with BOTH/AND modes of thinking and speaking. This episode discusses the meaning of such a way of understanding that brings together the many into a unity of minds and hearts.
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Today we celebrate the memorial of St. Blaise, Holy Helper for those who are afflicted with diseases of the THROAT. However, there is a deeper meaning. This episode discusses the the connection of the voice to the ears, mind, and ultimately to the HEART!
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Success is often the result of persistence. If at first you don't succeed try AGAIN! This is true in EVERY aspect of life. This is true in the SPIRITUAL LIFE. This episode discusses the need to keep on keeping on. In our persistence we will win our SOULS!
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Bread is a basic food for life. The Bible speaks about bread on two levels: the natural and SUPERNATURAL. This episode discusses the meaning of bread for our daily walk with the Lord..
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We are blessed with a dashboard that helps us navigate through our everyday lives. We must learn to to pay attention to the early warning signs. This episode reflects on our early warning system in order to arrive at our true destination.
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The appeal to being only human is true but is NOT an excuse to be spiritually and morally lazy! We recognise our weaknesses and by God's grace we truly try to amend our lives. This episode discusses the the journey from who we are to who we are to be by grace and our cooperation.
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Sin has CONSEQUENCES. Sin produces fear, hidding, and a loss of intimacy with God, others, and within ourselves. How is the wound of sin to be healed? This episode reflects on the way to reconciliation.
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The first rule of FREEDOM is to RESPECT BOUNDARIES! The loss of freedom is a loss of BOUNDARIES! To ignore limits is to invite CHAOS. This episode reflects on the importance of BOUNDARIES.
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Who are those who influence us? A crucial question. Some elevate us. Some lead us to bad ends. Some elevate us to God. Some turn us away from God. Whom we choose to associate with can influence our final destination for ETERNITY!
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Much of life today is filtered. From the water we drink to the food we eat. However, what about goes into our SOUL? This episode discusses the effects on the inside. What is the FILTER that cleans us inside?
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We are in a time of great tension and anxiety. We are in need of the strength through PRAYER! This episode discusses the way in which we ALL have a role to play.
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We like to collect things. They remind us of special persons and events that effected our lives. We can treasure holy things that remind us of God's grace. This episode reflects on these treasures.
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Our world and society is divided. So is much within the Church. This is tragic. What can each of us do? And how? This episode reflects on our part in living on the common ground and NOT on the battleground.
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Energy drinks are everywhere. This episode discusses THE energy drink we often forget. It's not in a bottle. It is offered to US each day. Drink up!
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This episode discusses what it means to be a good host and good guest. This espically true for our spiritual and everyday lives. We may be suprised who is one among the guests!
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The human hand is one of the most important gifts of the human body. And one of tbe most taken for granted. This episode discusses the importance of the hand in our everyday lives- especially for the spiritual life.
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What do you do when you fall of the bicycle? Never try again? NO! Get back on! This episode discusses the importance of GETTING BACK ON THE BICYCLE! NOW!
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Life is a race; amarathon more than a sprint. We seek to cross the finish line and receive a crown. The marathon of life requires training, preperation, discipline. So it is with our SPIRITUAL race. This episode discusses the way in which we prepare to reach the goal- life with God. Run YOUR race to WIN!
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This episode discusses the importance of PERSPECTIVE and PERSPECTIVE! There are two : that of the worlc and that of God!. Which one belongs to US?
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Who is/was your most siginificant religion teacher? Who planted the early seeds of faith? This is an important question. This episode reflects on this question and its meaning for US TODAY!
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At times, especially when the storms of life appear suddenly, we ask: God, are YOU asleep? Well, God maybe asking US : WHY have YOU been SLEEPWALKING?! This episode reflects on the danger of sleepwalking spiritually.
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Today we know the price of every thing but The VALUE of what is really important. We have come to equate value with price. Yet the priceless we DISVALUE, most often the GIFT of FAITH.
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This episode discusses the THUMB of God on the scales of judgment. WE are to be the THUMB of God in our everyday lives. How so?
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There are four ways to receive the Word of God: casually, superfically, rootlessly, and FRUITFULLY. This episode discusses these fouf ways, and the difference between hearing and LISTENING.
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Who are the relatives of Jesus? He tells us ALL who do the will of God the Father. This episode reflects on what this means for our daily relationship with God and those around us.
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What is peace? Peace is harmony of the parts in forming the whole. There is balance and unity within and around. This episode reflects on our part in being vessels of peace in a world divided.
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We are called to be wet each day! Not to dry off. We are to stay fresh in our Baptismal waters each day. What does this mean for our daily journey with the Lord? How do we stay hydrated?
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We all want to live securely, to be safe. Yet we know that in THIS world we can NEVER be totally secure. We must learn to live securely with insecurity. How is this possible? This episode reflects on this question.
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Balance is crucial in living a healthy physical and spiritual life. Eating, drinking, and clothing are necessary in the RIGHT WAYS. This episode discusses the PRUDENT way to balance our needs so they don't become our OBSESSIONS, our gods.
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Disappointment is often connected to our expectations. Too often we expect from others and temporal things that which they CANNOT GIVE or SHOULD NOT GIVE. This episode discusses that alone which NEVER DISAPPOINTS!
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This episode discusses the challenges and OPPORTUNITIES for living the Christian Life in a world divided.
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We all have episodes when we have done or said things which are NOT reflecting our true selves. Do we let this episode define WHO we are for the rest of our lives? How do we respond when such events occur? Can we move past our past? How?
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An earthen vessel is fragile. It must be handled with care. WE are earthen vessels. WE have been made with great love and care. WE also carry within us a TREASURE of infinite worth, an eternal treasure. This episode discusses both the fragile vessel we are and the TREASURE we carry.
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This episode discusses Jesus among the sinners! What"s more, he eats with them. Why? What is the meaning for such a shocking act? What does it mean fof US?
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The new can be both exciting and anxiety producing. The new fills us with hope anc new opportunities. It can also make anxious about the unknown. This episode reflects on faceing the new with hope, courage, and trust in God's faithful presence.
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We are beings in time-- past, present, and future. We learn from the past but we DON'T LIVE IN THE PAST. We live toward the future in HOPE! Our present in lived in FAITH! Today is a sacred time to reflect, be grateful, and look to the future with HOPE! We travel in LOVE with the God who is LOVE!
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It is easy to become discouraged. The world around us and within us can leave us disspirited. This episode discusses the importance of encourageing each other DAILY! Such is a Spiritual Work of Mercy.
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A lonely place does NOT mean we are lonely. We need alonely place, a place of solitude to commune with God. The everyday world can be too much with us and in us. We need time alone with God. This episode reflects on the need to be alone with God so we can be with and for others.
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Today we remember those murdered by Herod in ordef to kill Jesus. Tragically, the Holy Innocents are STILL WITH US. Today is a day of PRAYER FOR CONVERSION. It is a day of CONTRITION It is a day for RESPECTING ALL HUMAN LIFE!
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Today begins the time of challenge, the time of LIVING what we have waited for and WHO we have received. This episode discusses the meaning of ANSWERING the invitation.
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For many today is one of recovery of a let down from yesterday. All the celebrations are over. REALLY!? They are NOW beginning! This episode discusses the ONGOING celebration and CHALLENGE that lies ahead.
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Today we are invited to come to the Crib. We are invited to SEE! We are invited to treasure and reflect on and LIVE what we SEE.This episode is a reflection on what and WHO we see.
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Today is a precious time for being STILL and LISTENING! More so today than any othef time this year. Why? This episode addresses this very question.
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We all have our lists. Things we need to do, obtain, duties to carry out. There is also that list we carry inside of us. What is this list? What does it mean and tell us about ourselves? About others? About God? This episode discusses the deep down list within us, our inward diary.
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Where and when do we find God? This Advent we have been on a journey for this purpose. This episode discusses these questions. These questions are NOT seasonal but for our total earthly pilgrimage.
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The Holy City of Bethlehem grows more visible each day. The Advent journey is near completion. This episode reflects on our response to the nearness of the Nativity. What does it hold in store for us?!
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Modern televisions have a mute button. The sound is silenced. We can see the picture but not hear the words. God has a mute button. This episode discusses the meaning of God's mute button for us.
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The theme of this last week in Advent is DE- Centering the Imperial Self. This episode discusses what this means as we conclude Advent and what it means for the WHOLE of our daily journey with the Lord.
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We look into the past in order to understand our present and to guide ouf future. The Bible does the samething. In Advent we look back to the prophets in order to understand Bethlehem and to understand its meaning for US TODAY.
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Most of us have never been summoned to court; an earthly court. Yet we are summoned EACH DAY to court to give OUR testimony. This episode discusses our daily appearance in court!
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Are you ruled by your past or your future? This is a crucial question each one must ask and answer. To be a slave to the past can prevent us from living forward in hope. This episode discusses the COURAGE to accept a future to hope in, afuture bigger than our past.
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A stumbling-block is related to a scandle-- both stop us from moving forward in our journey. How is Jesus a stumbling- block; a scandle? This episode discusses this question and its meaning for us TODAY.
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The story of two sons really is about US and our journey to Bethlehem with the Holy Family. Which of the two sons decscribes best our Advent journey?
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Trust is precious, essential for daily life, and fragile. Once broken it is hard to repair. ALL. authority requires TRUST. Our deepest relationships require trust. ALL authority is grounded in God. This episode discusses the relationship between trust, authority, and God.
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Often our expectations determine what we see. We can see with the natural eye, or we can see with the EYE OF FAITH, not by sight but INSIGHT. This episode discusses seeing witb the INSIGHT OF FAITH as we journey to Bethlehem. What do WE EXPECT TO SEE?
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A good deal of life involves journeies. This is true in our natural and supernatural trips. We can become tired. We need to be refreshed. Advent is o journey to Bethlehem - shorf but intense. This episode discusses the half way point in the journey and how we are to be renewed so as to finish the journey.
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Generations are the WEB of TIME. They connect the past with the present and the future. Advent is the Holy Time of connecting the generations : connection with generations with God's family and our earthly families. The cord that connects is our gift of FAITH.This episode reflects on the cord of FAITH that unites the generations.
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The readings from the Bible during Advent are a challenge to our everyday,secular way of understanding. We are invited into the MYSTERY OF GOD! What does this require of US? This episode discusses this crucial question.
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Today is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Mother. This episode presents the teaching and its meaning for our Advent journey and the whole of our following the Lord each day.
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This episode discusses the way in which St Nicholas became Santa. What is the relation between the two? What is the deep meaning for each of us and our children?
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God builds His own infrastructure. It is the HOLY HIGHWAY we are to travel for reaching Bethlehem. What is this highway, this HOLY WAY? This episode discusses God's infrastructure, for WE are a people on s four week journey!
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What REALLY matters to us? On what do we spend our resources? Especially our TIME? Advent is a time for taking stock of what REALLY matters. This episode reflects on what matters and what REALLY matters.
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God's math is different than that of the world. With God by GIVING we ADD MORE to what we have. What we have may even be MULTIPLIED! It is only LESSENED when we hoard it. How is that possible? This episode explains.
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We admire, respect, and will FOLLOW people who are confident-- act with faith, belief. True confidence is NOT arrogance or boasting but an inner strength. How does confidence relate to our spiritual life?
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Mirrors are meant to reflect images. We look in a mirror to see our face. There is a second mirtor which reveals the soul. What is this mirror? What does it reflect? What does the Advent Mirror reflect about our inner self?
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At times we find ourselves without things we need or want. We can complain which is useless, or we can give thanks for what we DO HAVE. This episode discusses the importance of thankfulness for what we HAVE.
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Where and when can we listen to the voice of the Lord? This episode reflects on these questions which are central to our Advent journeg.
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Are YOU a last minute person? The last minute becomes the hectic and frantic time, and we become FRANTIC! Advent is our time of preperation for the birth of the Savior. It is not for the last minute, but a DAILY step toward Bethlehem.
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We begin our journey to Bethlehem. We do not travel alone. We go with three companions: Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. We are to travel LIte. We are to travel POOR IN SPIRIT! This episode discusses how and why we travel in such a way.
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We often think of the word ambassador in geo- political terms. However, WE are AMBASSADORS for Christ! We represent God in this foreign land-- earth. Our lasting home is HEAVEN! This episode discusses the meaning of OUR ambassadorship representing Christ.
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We all enjoy a treasure hunt! We like discovering that which is hidden and of great value. The greatest treasure lies WITHIN US!!! We carry the treasure of the knowledge, the LIVING RELATIONSHIP, with the Lord Jesus in ouf very being. It is not something we earn but is a GIFT from the infinite love of God.
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Today is Thanksgiving Day! Glory to God from whom ALL is gift. This ALL means our blessings AND our burdens; our crosses AND our crowns. ALL is gift. ALL is grace.
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True hospitality is never a burden. It becomes a burden when we place doing over being with others. Too much activity takes away from the joy of simply being in the presence of the invited. This is important to remembef as we enter the season of hospitality.
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When we think of ravens we usually think of svcavengers, a bird to be driven off. Yet God's ravens are birds of a DIFFERENT flock! This episode discusses God's ravens. We need such ravens. WE are callec to be such birds! How so?
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No matter how beautiful, tall, or seemingly strong a building, the FOUNDATION is essential. This episode discusses the foundation upon which OUR LIVES rest.
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Today is the celebration is the Presentstion of Mary in the Temple at the age of three. This episode discusses the origin and meaning of this day in the Divine Plan of God. And its meaning for OUR daily journey with the Lord.
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We like a good mystery. Sometimes we race to the end to see who did it! Faith is the slow unveiling of God among us AND within us. This episode reflects on the suprising unveiling of God in our everyday lives. What is to be our response?
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We not only see with our eyes but with our SOUL! By grace we pass from sight to INSIGHT! We see by GRACE-- the indwelling Holy Spirit. The eyes are the windows to the soul. This episode reflects on this sight that comes thru FAITH, and its meaning for our daily walk with the Lord.
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Today we celebrate the dedication of the two great Churches in Rome- St Peter and St Paul. But we do more. We are invited to remember the Church of OUR formation in the gift of faith. This episode discusses the way we join with the Churches in Rome and the parish Church of our youth. Today is a day of memory, thanksgiving, HOPE.
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About this time of year we put away the flame for outside cooking. We stir the flame for the fireplace inside. A time for every season. This episode discusses the FLAME OF FAITH. It to must be stired on a daily basis. What is the fuel to keep the flame burning brightly?
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How can WE hasten the day of the Lord? This episode discusses the ways in which each of US is called to do just that! What offering can WE make to bring this about?
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Each day Jesus ask of uz, " What do want from me?" This question is not a mere wish list item. What is our heart's deepest longing? This question leads to another: Do you BELIEVE? This episode reflects on our desires and our depth of faith.
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There is a difference between hearing and listening. This episode discusses the difference in our everyday lives and in our relationship with God, especially in prayer.
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What will you leave behind to those who come after?For what will you be remembefed? This episode reflects on the importance of the inheritance we leave to others. Does it include things beyond the material? Things more valuable and lasting?
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Is GUILT a bad thing? Yes and no. Proper MORAL guilt is a sign from our conscience that we have done a wrong, a sin offending God and a moral wrong to another person. Proper guilt is a warning sign by the conscience for the need to accept responsibility, seek forgiveness, do penance, make restitution, and the firm resolve not to do that sin again. Irrational guilt is NOT spiritually healthy. This episode discusses the difference between propef guilt and the disordered ki m.
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We are NOT meant to live for this world only! We are are pilgrims. Our true and ETERNAL home lies beyond this world. We are to live in this world in such a way as to arrive in that world not make by human hands. We are a PEOPLE OF HOPE! And so to all those who are dear to us. This episode reflects on the CONNECTION between this world and the EORLD TO COME--- LIFE ETERNALLY IN GOD'S blessed presence.
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The color yellow can mean many things-- afraid, timid, cowardly, etc.. But yellow is also a sign for CAUTION or better yef, PRUDENCE-- the exercise of GOOD JUDGMENT.Jesus is waving the YELLOW FLAG! This episode discusses the importance of respecting the yellow flag of prudence.
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We are invited to consider the fig tree, or any other tree. When we see the buds we know the seasons are changing. Buds speak of new life. But there is a deepef meaning to wbich Jesus calls our attention. This episode reflects on that deeper meaning.
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The story of Daniel and the lions is a familiar one. Perhaps too familiar. Yet it speaks to US especially in the world today and our daily lives. This episode reflects on the FULL story of Daniel and the lions. And its meaning for US esch day.
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The ecpression, handwriting on the wall is a familiar one Where did ig come from? It comes from the Bible, the Book of Daniel, chapter 5. The wall, our hearts,is written by God each day for us and BY US! What would the Lord write about us? This episode reflects on the writing on the wall.
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Today we remember all of those near and dear to us who have died. We pray and offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for their being in the presence of our loving God. This episode reflects of this special day and its truth for our lives and those whom God has blessed us to know.
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Each day we encounter the saints among us! They are those who do the ordinary things extraordinarly well. They do all for the love of God and others. This episode reflects on OUR vocation to BE SAINTS!
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Countless times we have said, or been told, " I don't FEEL like it!" We are told " Be true to your FEELINGS". Christian love is often the call to act CONTRARY TO OUR FEELINGS! Love is an ACT OF THE WILL and not the emotions. This episode discusses the meaning of Christian love in our daily lives.
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The treasures of THIS world are fleeting. They do not last. They do not give ETERNAL LIFE. The only true treasure is LIFE IN GOD! This episode reflects on the true treasure and its meaning for how we live today, at the end of this life, and as we face eternith.
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We can live in and buy a house, but is the house a HOME? That depends on the people inside. Every house is unfinished without God's blesding; without God's blesding and being the GUEST of HONOR. Every house becomes a HOME a LITTLE CHURCH when dedicated to the Lord. May we have our house be blessed to the Lord. May our house be a HOME, a LITTLE CHURCH, where God dwells.
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There are only two times the Gospels record Jesus weeping: the death of Lazarus and ovef the city of Jerusalem. This episode reflects on Jesus weeping over Jerusalem. Why does he weep? What does it mean for us?
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Courage like charity is learned at first in the HOME. The home is the little Church and first school of the young. The duty and BLESSING of parents is the formation of children in the ways of a living, courageous faith. This episode presents the example of a mother and her seven sons, and their story of coursgeous faith. It is a story for OUR TIMES!
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Where have all the heroes gone? Today we are awash in CELEBRITIES while having lost heroes. Where are those who embody virtue, moral character, and devotion to God's holy law. This episode discusses these questions and more. The story of Eleazar should be read to EVERY YOUNG PERSON!And for ourselves, Nation, and Church.
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We are social beings. We are are made to to live with and for others. We want to be accepted. Yet what is the PRICE we must pay for acceptance? We must we give up to be part of the group? Are there things too precious to abandon? Are we willing to give up or FAITH init order to fit in? These are CRUCIAL questions. How we answer these questions will determine our eternity!
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We have many reasons, excuses, for hiding from Jesus: Iam a sinner, Iam unworthy, My past is too evil, Jesus is for holy people, etc. This episode reflect on the encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus. It is OUR story as well.
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Jesus tells us to pray always AND not lose heart. This sounds impossible! We have many duties and responsibilities. We can't neglect them. This episode offers a way to pray always and not lose heart.
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We all like to receive gifts. The appropiate response is gratitude. On a deeper level, we are called to see the gift as an expression of the GIVER. We too often know the price of everything but the VALUE OF NOTHING. This episode reflects on the meaning of GRATITUDE. To receive with INSIGHT and not mere sight. To give is to do the very work of God!
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We humans love rumors. Those little whispers that we are told but have no direct knowledge of. Rumors can be very destructive. The misuse of computers involves a good deal of rumor sharing. Jesus warns about rumors as to the full coming of the Kingdom of God. This episode discusses the danger of spreading rumors about the return of Jesus.
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The Christian carries a special and precious brand much different than that of the world. We carry within us through Baptism the mark of belonging to Christ. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit, we are a NEW CREATION. We no longer live a purely natural birth, but we are reborn in the likeness of Christ. This episode discusses the everyday effect of this mark on our lives.
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Success in life is often the result of our willingnes to move beyond our comfort zone. Too often we don't even try. We want to start with perfection and improve! Life doesn't work that way. Success is born out of failure, WITHOUT BEING A FAILURE! This episode discusses the importance of our weakness so that God may be our strength.
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Today the Church honors to the glory of God Saint Luke with the WHITE MASS for all in the medical profession. Jesus came to HEAL, spiritually, mentally, and physically. Today we need to pray for all in the medical professions. The clash between the civilizatio of life and love versus the culture of death is very much with us. Let us lift to God all entrusted with caring for the sick, suffering, and dying. May they be God' witnesses to LIFE!
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Each day is a gift from God. Good times, bad times, it we who determine how we will respond. We decide the true value of each day. From blessings to burdens, WE decide how to respond. We don't do it alone. For in ALL times, Jesus is OUR STRENGTH FOR EVERYTHING!
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Where your heart is so also is your treasure. Life is a treasure hunt. We seek many things to give us life. Most are temporal, necessary but pass away. Do we seek that TREASURE which last into eternity? What or WHO is this treasure? This episode discusses the treasures we seek and how they connect to the ETERNAL treasure before and within us each day.
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Live is meant to live. We are not to go through life in park, neutral, cruise control, and certainly NOT in reverse. This episode discusses the importance of starting the battery and driving to our destination, both here on earth and ultimately HEAVEN with almighty God.
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Who is in charge of our lives? The quick answer is, " Iam in charge!" Yes and no. We are responsible for our actions, but ULTIMATELY we beling to the Lord. In the end we must give an accounting of how we have cared for, or neglected the gift of the life intrusted to us. Such is the blessing and responsibility of the gift of life.
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There are many ways to be possessed. We can be possessed by our material things, but also by of status, money, intelligence, beauty, physical strength, and our relationships. We define our worth AS A PERSON by these. In so doing we sacrifice our freedom and peace. This episode reflects on possessing WITHOUT BEING POSSESSED.
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We live in a complex and fast pace world. Too often we find ourselves exhausted- physically, mentally, and spiritually. Our lives have become too cluttered with a great deal of stuff which is unnecessary. Peace comes with downsizing and simplefying. We are no longer hoaders. This episode discusses the wisdom and peace that comes with traveling lite. We are live only with the essentials.
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How do we pay the bill for what we receive? Often with money, or with some other thing of value. We give a gift, or we invite someone who invited us. The books are balanced. Jesus proposes a different way. This episode discusses the way for us to balance the books for what we receive?
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Waiting is hard. This is especially true today when we want everything NOW, how we want it, and we tolerate no delays. This is especially true when we pray. God answer me NOW! And in the way I want it. Why does God delay? This episode reflects on God' s delay. Is delay denial or indifference?
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What does it mean to live a life with purpose and meaning? This is one of the BIG QUESTIONS we all must answer. There are many responses. But what is that life which offers meaning BEYOND this world? This episode reflects on this everyday question from the view toward eternity.
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Each day we face many things that matter to ourselves and others. And there are things that REALLY matter for our relationship with God, and our eternal soul! This episode reflects on the things that REALLY matter and their connection with all the other things that will fill this day.
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Today we honor , to the glory of God, the Blessed Mother, Our Lady of the Rosary. We are in a time of intense spiritual warfare with the Evil One. This episode discusses the need for constant prayer and readiness for battle aganist the Devil.
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Jesus uses the image of the DOOR, at once narrow and in time locked! This image is used in answer to the question, " Lord, are there few who will be saved? " This episode discusses the narrow and locked door, and what it means for our daily walk with the Lord.
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Jesus compares the Kingdom of God to a tiny mustard seed and yeast used for baking bread. This episode discusses how these two images reveal the Church and OUR daily contribution to God's Kingdom, the Church, and the nourishment of others.
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Today we honor to the glory of God all God's non-human creatures. They are part of God's good creation and intrusted to our care. Our animals are God's gifts to us. We thank God for them and the best way to show gratitude is to be good stewards of these gifts. Pray God bless those gifts. Pray to be a good steward.
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We often ask where is God? When will I find God? Yet it God asking those same questions of US! We are the ones playing hide- n - seek, find me if you can with God. This episode is about God' s search for us and HOW we are to be found.
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Patience is a virtue and we want to be patient NOW! We live in a rush. Daily life in lived by the clock of the INSTANT. God does not operate by our time demands. God is patient, thank God. Why? Because God is merciful, kind, and loving. God grants us time to know, love and serve Him so as to be blessed with Him for all eternity.
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We like to solve puzzles. There is a sense of satisfaction when all the pieces fit. We feel a sense of accomplishment. The great puzzle in to understand ourselves. To makeall the pieces fit. Yet we know this often NOT the case. Why? How do we get the puzzle to fit? This episode reflects on these questions.
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Decisions are often difficult. We want to be sure our decision is right and just. It is more difficult when many are opposed to us. It takes courage to stand firm in our deepest convictions, especially in our faith in the Lord. This episode reflects in this OUR TIME OF DECISION! We need the guidance of the indwelling Holy Spirit.
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The awareness of how much we have been given is a blessing. We are not just takers but we can slso give as ee have received. Gratitude is the high expression of one's soul. This episode discusses our respinse when given by others and by God. How are we to show gratitude? What is the much expected?
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Life is full of the unexpected, the unplanned for, the suprise. This may be the day when the Lord calls us home, our lasting home! This is not a call to fear and anxiety, but a reminder to BE PREPARED. This episode is a reflection on being alert and wide awake as if today was the only day and the day on earth.
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This episode discusses the two ways we can measure our wealth: by our material possessions or by our relationship with God. The first way is in things that are earthly. The second way is ETERNAL. Each day we are called to check our balance sheet.
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We live in a world surronded by bigness and the super size. We can feel helpless to make a difference for the good. We make the ideal the enemy of the real. This episode discusses the power of one- YOU! - to make a difference.
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God forgives sin. Yes. BUT there is one sin NEVER FORGIVEN!!! It is the sin aganist the Holy Spirit. This episode discusses this sin and its meaning for our relationship with God.
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We are by nature social beings. We are made to live with and FOR others. We like to be included, CHOSEN, and wanted as a person. It is hurtful to be excluded, not invited. God invites us. We are chosen. BUT WE MUST R S V P ! This episode reflects on God's invitation and our response.
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We detest being taken advantage of, especially by those close to us. Yet we often take advantage of God. This episode reflects on how we presume on God's mercy and kindness.
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Has America turned away from God? This question is crucial and demands our respone NOW! For we are at a tipping point in the great SPIRITUL BATTLE of our moment in history. This episode reflects on this vital question and what are WE to do.
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Washing ones hands and the dishes is expected. Today we wash even more because of the virus. But do wash on a DEEPER level? What is this deeper level of cleaning? This episode reflects on the cleaning that is too often neglected.
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What is liberty? Today it has come to mean doing and saying anything I want. Yet this is SLAVERY! Bondage to the passions and my selfish desires. True liberty is doing as I OUGHT to do and speak. Liberty requires discipline and the willingness to FOLLOW the way of Christ.
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Jesus offers some guidelines for being a proper guest and a good host or hostest. They are practical and suprising. This episode reflects on the meaning of Jesus' guide for the attending and hosting our gatherings. YOU are invited!
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Each day the Lord speaks to us. We are invited to respond in three connected ways: Listen, Treasure, and Share what we have received. This episode discusses this three- fold process and its meaning for our daily journey with and to the Lord.
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This episode discusses the age old problem of the evil seem to prosper while the good folk have their crosses and byrdens! Why is God so UNFAIR? But is God unfair? Or, is our judgment rash and shortsighted? Are WE the unfair ones?
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We are by nature RITUAL creatures. We form patterns of behavior, often unconsciously. Why? Rituals give us a sense of order, stability, and predictibility in a world that be chaotic. Ritual gives a sense of safety. The spiritual life is filled with rituals. They easily become ROUTINE- actions without thought, feeling, or meaning. This episode reflects on rituals and their proper place in our spiritual journey.
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Life is full of ups and downs. This is true of the spiritual life. We know sin and grace, cross and crown, God's cliseness and feel God' s distance. ALL is part of the great adventure of life and faith. Today is the memoral of Our Lady of Sorrows. This episode reflects on Mary's journey of faith and its meaning for our own.
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We know what it is to run on empty. We are exausted mentally, physically, and even spiritually. We need to be refreshed. This episode discusses what it means to pour ourselves out SPIRITUALLY ( kenosis ). How does this bring us closer to Jesus and the TRIUMPH OF THE CROSS?
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Travelers know the importance of finding an inn. It is a place of rest, renewal, comfort, and safety. The inn is also a necessity for spiritual pilgrims toward the Lord, OUR FINAL DESTINATION. This episode reflects on our SPIRITUAL INN here on earth. And on our role in the Inn of God.
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THE question for each of us: Lord, who are to be saved? This is NOT an academic question, but a deeply PERSONAL one. Jesus offers the answer. This episode reflects on Jesus' response. It is meant for each of us!
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On this day we remember the evil that came to us. But more importantly we remember and give thanks for THAT GREATER LOVE which overcomes evil- loving sacrifice for others, even to the ultimate love- one's own life! Ground zero was GROUND HERO. That we must never forget!
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We are living in times of intense spiritual warfare. World events and those in our Country reveal the intense struggle between good and evil. This episode reflects on this battle and OUR participation.
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A true friend is a blessing from God. A true friend is above all FAITHFUL. When we are in hard times the true friend is with us and FOR us. This episode reflects on friendship. Friends are essential for the living of a good human and HOLY life. Who is our ultimate Friend?
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Today we celebrate the birth of Mary, the one chosen to be the earthly mother of the Father's beloved Son and our Lord and Savior. In so doing we follow Mary's example by offering glory, praise, and thanksgiving to ALMIGHTY GOD.
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How do we handle opposition in our daily life? This is a question that we face in our homes, work, school, neighborhood, etc. . There are two ways: the way of the Sons of Thunder? and the way of Jesus. This episode reflects on both ways and which each means for our daily living and journey in the Lord.
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Work is a BLESSING for our bodies, minds, and souls. Work is a participation in the very work of God. God's work of creating, redeeming, and sanctifying is to be part our work each day. Honest work that contributes to the common good provides not only ecenomic benefits but fills us with a pride of purpose. Honest work is God's work on earth thru each of us.
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We are good at avoiding uncomfortable topics and situations. We try to avoid those who make us uncomfortable. Yet the topic or issue doesn't go away. It only grows! This episode discusses avoidance in the spiritual life. Give a listen. Don't avoid it.
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Who is Jesus? This is THE question each of us must answer each day. There is the answer of the crowd and the answer provided by Jesus. This episode reflects on this question and the answer from Jesus. And what His answer means for our daily journey with the Lord.
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When all is well we tend to coast, take it easy. Too often we neglect the Lord. The Lord becomes a minor part, if at all, of our daily concern. This episode invites us to consider our ways. Are filling our bags that have holes?
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Our Nation is in the midst of troubled times. And so is the world in general. What are we to do? First pray for forgiveness. Second acknowledge our sins and guilt. Third by grace amend our ways. The Lord is rich in mercy. We must be contrite of heart so as to be healed.
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The work of God is constructing and reconstruction. After a storm the damage needs to be cleared. The hard work of reconstruction begins. This is also true with the storms of our personal lives. We are called to be God's workers in reconstruction. This episode reflects on God's work of renewal and the part we play.
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We don't like delays of any kind. We are an instant gratification people and culture. From travel to daily communication we want it NOW! Or sooner! What about our respknse to the good we can do for others? Do we often delay? This episode reflects on the opportunity to do good NOW!
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Today we remember John the Baptist, specifically, his BEHEADING! Why did God allow such a thing? This episode reflects on this question and its meaning for our journey toward the Lord.
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Today is the memorial of Saint Augustine one of the most inflential Saints in the Church and western civilization. This episode reflects on the life of Augustine and its meaning for us today.
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Today is LADIES Day! We honor and thank God for the gifts of Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna, and Monica. These ladies speak to us today and the presence of God as we face challenges within our families and our personal journies to the Lord. Thank God for LADIES Day!
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Jesus is invited to the home of Simon the Pharisee. He accepts. But an unexpected guess person shows up. She causes quite a comotion. Why? This episode discusses the the uninvited and the responses she recieves. How might have WE responded to the uninvited?
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You can't please all the people all the time. Why? They DON'T want to be pleased! Jesus couldn't gain acceptance from everyone. This episode presents Jesus' way of dealing with difficult people. It is good advice for us as well.
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Our body is a gift from God and is the temple of the Holy Spirit. We are to care for our physical body to the glory of God. We are also members of the Body of Christ, the Church. We are to care for the spiritual body as members of the Church. This episode reflects on how we can daily contribute to the well- being of the Church.
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Today the world and our Country is in turmoil. We can feel hopeless and helpless. WE ARE NOT! Too often we neglect the most powerful resource known. This episode discusses this gift offered to us each day; that bridge over troubled waters.
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Why doesn't God answer my prayers? This question has asked since people have been praying. God ALWAYS answers prayer. It may not be the answer WE WANT! This episode reflects on the proper disposition in praying.
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We all have dreams and aspirations, especially when we are young. Dreams are important throughout life. We must never neglect the FOUNDATION of our dreams and hopes. The spiritual life requires daily attention to the foundation upon which our hopes become reality. This episode presents a reflection on the importance of PREPERATION and selection of the foundation upon which we build our lives.
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We can wear a mask to hide our identity. We do not want our true identity to be known. Jesus teaches about the wearing of spiritual and moral masks in public while hidding our private behaviour. This episode reflects of the meaning of His words for our daily life.
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Diet is an important part of living a healthy life. However, we often focus only on the PHYSICAL diet. We too often neglect the SPIRITUAL diet-- what we feed our immortal soul. This episode discusses the nourishment required for the soul-- SOUL FOOD.
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Through Baptism we are to live in a different way than the agenda of the world. Our world, our Country, is deeply divided along many lines. We are called to be vessels of the One God. We are to be signs of unity as made in the image of the One God. This episode discusses what this means for our daily living.
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Many today are living with a mountain of debt. We live by the plastic card. More importantly we have SPIRITUAL DEBT because of sin. By ourselves we CANNOT pay the bill. Glory to God, we DON'T have to. The debt has been FORGIVEN! This episode explores this debt forgiveness and itts meaning for our balance sheet.
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Nothing worthwhile comes without struggle, sacrifice, and hard work. This true in the spiritual life. There is a cost to discipleship. There is a daily struggle to walk with the Lord. In so doing we draw closer to the finish line which is heaven.
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This episode discusses the Assumption of the Blessed Mother, body and soul, into heaven. This dogma of the Church has profound meaning for OUR earthly journey to the Lord.
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Too often we live with strangers in the house. They look familiar but are really unknown. They are FAMILY MEMBERS! We too often live seperate lives-- superficial encounters of the most unfulfillibg kind. The sabbath or Sunday is the most precious day of the week. It is a day of re-creation, being renewed with God and family and within our souls.
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This episode discusses the idea that a certain day, number, and events are signs of bad luck, or evil. More importantly, what is the Christian responce to such beliefs?
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The fish swim in the deep waters, not close to the shore. We are called to fish, live, in the deep waters of our everyday lives and NOT hugh the shore. We are to cast our empty nets into the deep. We are NOT TO BE AFRAID! The risk is worth the reward. With faith and trust in Jesus we will bring many ti the Lord.
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We do NOT pray to the saints. We are to pray THROUGH the saints. It is God who grants the graces we and others need. Prayer, like charity, begins AT HOME. We are to pray AND be of service to those in need as a sign of our gratitude for God's blessings.
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We are blessed with the gift of sight. We are also doublely blessed with the gift of INSIGHT, the vision of the soul, through the indwelling Holy Spirit. This episode discusses the two ways of seeing: the natural and the supernatural. Both are gifts. Both draw us closer to God so we can see clearly.
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We long for home, a place of security, love, peace, and acceptance. Jesus returns home to Nazareth. Unfortunately it is NOT the best of times! This episode discusses the reception offered Jesus by his own, and its meaning for us. What is the place of our true and lasting home?
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Where and when is God to be found? The answer is a suprising one. And presents a deep mystery for us to consider. This episode discusses this mystery and and its meaning for our daily living.
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What are your talents? Too often we answer, "I don't have any." God does NOT create people without talents. Each person has a gift or gifts to share with others to God's glory. We are NOT to bury our talents out of fear or a false humility. It is in giving that we receive.
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The " delay" of Jesus' second coming has been a question throghout the history of the Church. And it is a question for many today. Drawing on the Second Letter of Peter, chapter 3, this episode discusses this question and what it reveals about God! And what it means for our daily journey to the Lord.
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Jesus calls us to "Stay awake" for we know not the hour of his return. How do we stay awake? This episode discusses these words of Jesus and their meaning for our daily living.
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A heart check-up is not only physically good but a SPIRITUAL HEART CHECK-UP is required. Fear, anxiety, and worry are NOT of God. God's message is of peace which comes from good heart. This episode presents the meaning of a sound heart check-up in light of the coming of the Lord.
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When will Jesus return? This question has been asked throughout the history of the Church. This episode discusses the false ways and the teaching of Scripture as to this question.
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Are you prepared for the end of the world? To meet the Lord TODAY? How do we prepare for such an event? This episode discusses these questions and what they mean for how we live TODAY!
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There are many ways to determine if one is rich. We usually think of wealth in material terms: money, possessions, and a nest egg for our golden years. Jesus invites us to consider the riches that are offered to us each day -- the riches provided by our heavenly Father which are eternal. This episode discusses the riches on earth and those of heaven. Are YOU rich?
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To whom much is given much is expected. Those in authority, religious and secular, are called to serve others by EXAMPLE! The action must support the words. Each of us is given authority through our Baptism. We are called to serve. The service of PRAYER is a most important service, especially for those who have no one to pray for or with them. Let be of service as Jesus is The SERVANT.
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Loneliness has increased in recent times. The emotional and psycjological damage has been felt by young and old alike. We are SOCIAL BEINGS. We are made to be WITH anf FOR others, especially family and loved ones. This episode discusses the story of Naomi and her daughter- in - law Ruth. It is a powerful story of faithful love and speaks to all of us in these times of isolation and seperation.
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When we have a large gathering to celebrate for example a wedding, we draw up a list of the invited. Not everyone invited may be able to attend. Some will simply ignore the invitation. God INVITES ALL to the banquet in the His Kingdom However, not all will accept and some who do accept are not properly dressed. They do not come with a heart contrite and open to reform. This episode discusses the proper garment for participating in the wedding banquet given to us by God.
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The human standard for justice is giving to each their due. God's standard is different. God's justice is joined with MERCY! This episode explains how this takes place and what in means for our daily lives toward God and others. What seems unfair to us is really God's justice for us and others.
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The following of Jesus cost us. There is no CHEAP GRACE! Sacrifice is required. The Cross comes to each disciple. We are moved to ask: What's in it for ME? This episode discusses the meaning of Jesus' answer to Peter's question, and ours as well.
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One of the most important decisions we make concerns the company we keep. We often become like those with whom we associate, we call friends. This episode discusses the importance of those we invite into our inner circle. They can help or hinder our relationship with God and those dear to us.
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If God was to grant you just ONE wish, what would it be? This is what happened to King Solomon. This episode discusses his request and reflects on his choice for OUR lives. Would we have make the same rewuest of the Lord?
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Running away is not just physical motivated by fear. It is truly spiritual, motivated by an emptiness of the soul. This episode discusses running away as seeking, but more importantly RETURNING SO AS TO LIVE!
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Fidelity is an essential virtue in every relationship. To give and keep one's word reveals one's character. God is FIDELITY ITSELF; the VERY ESSENCE OF FAITHFULNESS. God's fidelity calls US to be faithfull to God's new covenant and to one another. This episode discusses the importance of fidelity in ALL our relationships.
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How often must we forgive those who have wronged us? This is a question we face each day. What is our limit before we are on EMPTY in our tank of forgiveness? This episode discusses these questions and their meaning for our daily lives.
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Conflict is a part of life. The challenge is to resolve the conflict, or at least no make the conflict become a full scale war! This episode presents Jesus' approach to conflict resolution. It is most wise for conflict resolution in our everyday lives.
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This episode discusses the question concerning the measurement of greatness. There is the standard of the world and there is the way offered by Jesus. This is not an academic question for the mind but a PERSONAL question as to how we live each day. Who is the greatest? How do we answer?
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The word alien means " strange or stranger". WE are aliens in THIS world which is not our lasting home. We are pilgrims on a journey to our true and lasting home -- HEAVEN! This episode discusses the meaning of alien as to our daily journey to the Lord and how we are to travel each day on our way HOME!
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Courage is not only shown in war, it is a SPECIAL COURAGE, a GRACE, to be a peacemaker. This episode discusses the COURAGE for peace, and its meaning for our growth in the ways of the LORD OF PEACE!
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A mustard seed is the smallest of seeda. It is INSIGNIFICANT as seeds go. Yet when fully grown is is one of the largest of trees providing shade, rest, nesting, and safety to the birds. Jesus points to the mustard seed and invites us to learn its lessons. This episode discusses the lessons of the mustard seed and the importsnce of appearing to be INSUGNIFICANT!
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You can't get water from a rock. Yet the Lord tells Moses and Aaron to do just that!? This episode discusses this seemingly impossible and IRRATIONAL demand. What does this demand from the Lord mean for OUR journey ?
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Life is like a wheel of fortune: sometimes we land on a good number and other times the outcome is unfortunate. St. Augustine said WE are the times, good and bad. It is HOW WE RESPOND to the ebb and flow of daily life. The encounter between Jesus and Peter offers us much to contemplate.
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Our everyday can begin in tranquility and calm. Yet unexpected storms may arise. Peace has been replaced by fear. What is one to do? This episode discusses our response to the storms which unexpectedly arrive. How do we continue on and not become lock in fear?
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St. AMBROSE said we are never healed by hurting others. Healing comes through prayer and forgiveness. God has forgiven and healed us through Jesus on the Cross. This episode discusses the way of healing by forgiveness.
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We can all identify with having a bad day--- aREALLY bad day. Moses had such a day-- and a lot more. He expresses his breaking point to the Lord in very direct fashion. This episode discusses those bad days and how we might respond.
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Who is my neighbor is more than an academic or legal question. It is deeply EXISTENTIAL question-- a basic question as to how we live and WHAT KIND OF SOCIETY we have built. In a time of much division and resentment this question is most important.
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A jubilee is a time for celebration; a time to remember and a time for hope looking forward to what may yet be. It is also a time for RESTORATION! We are to restore those areas of our lives which are in need of repair, of healing. We seek to mend our relationship with God and others. It is a time for DEBT FORGIVENESS as the Lord has forgiven our debts.
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Are YOU a prophet? Be not quick to say NO! A prophet is one whom the Lord calls to speak His word and will. Each of us is a vessel of the Holy Spirit thru our Baptism and Confirmation. This episode discusses our call to be God's be the Lord's prophet in our daily lives.
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The work of the artist begins in the mind, then proceeds to the eye of insight, and becomes visible in the work itself. Throughout the process the artist is fully present in what is created. God is THE DIVINE ARTIST! God has fashioned all that is. WE ARE THE CROWN OF GOD'S CREATION! We are God's work of art, lovingly made in the image and likeness of God. God CONTINUELLY make and REMAKES us witheach new day. May we be God's work of art.
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We like to be suprised by a hidden treasure and find a valueable object that others have overlooked. Jesus compares the Kingdom of heaven to these experiences-- Right Here On Earth! This episode discusses what Jesus was teaching and its meaning for our being suprised by grace.
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The Golden Calf is a vonstant temptation for us each day. This episode discusses the presence and power of the Golden Caves we make. What are OUR Golden Calves? How do they effect our relationship with God and others?
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We all like to be remembered. We like to think that we made a difference for GOOD in the lives of others. To REMEMBER the Lord is essential for our relationship with God. This episode discusses the importance of remembering the Lord in our daily lives.
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Today is a day of National celebration. It is a day of NATIONAL PRAYER. We are to offer Almighty God thanksgivivg for the blessings on America from sea to shinning sea. With freedom come responsibility. We ask God's grace to improve each day in the ways of respecting ALL human life, seek HIS justice, and walk in TRUE FREEDOM whereby Christ has make us free. May God continue to bless the United States of America!
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Premature closure in surgery can cause serious infection and even death. Even more so with the soul. We are to never despair of God's mercy for others or ourselves. This episodes discusses the danger of premature closure and its meaning for our spiritual life.
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Today is the First Friday of July. Our prayers and meditation turns to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We are reminded of the infinite love and mercy of Jesus, most especially for sinners. The Lord SEARCHES for the lost sheep and the ones who go astray. God's love is actively seeking all who have seperated fro Him. The GOOD SHEPHERD calls us by name so we may be forgiven, healed, and walk in God's peace.
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As we begin this new month let us each day pray for the Lord's gift of peace. We are to confess our sinfulness as a Nation and as individuals so as to be forgiven and cleansed. The Lord is merciful and offers healing. We are to seek His ways and walk in HIS JUSTICE AND TRUTH.
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Words are powerful. They can inflict pain as well as offer comfort; lift us up or tear us down; we can pray and prise or curse and condemn. Jesus offers us a parable about WORD POWER, not just any word but the Living Word of God.
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This episode discusses the deeper meaning of being part of the EXTENDED family spiken of by Jesus. What does it mean for us to be a part of such a family?
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We humans communicate not just verbally but through SIGNS-- a look, a jesture, even our silence provide signs to others as to our wishes and feelings. We must BOTH receive the sign with understanding AND we must have WIIL to accept and do what the sign indicates. God offers us signs everyday. This episode discusses the importance of SIGNS in our everyday relationship with Almighty God.
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Self discovery is a the daily great adventure into the MYSTERY of who we are. Jesus offers us the way, truth, and light for this never ending journey. This episode discusses the Jesus Way forward in self discovery.
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Traveling calls for preperation. When we take trips with family, friends, or even by ourselves FOOD is an important part of the trip. Food is not just for our earthly journeies but for our daily SPIRITUAL JOURNEY. This is the most important journey we take each day. This episode discusses the FOOD, provisions, we must carry with us.
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Walking is a wonderful form of exercise, relaxation, meditation and socialization. Walking is an excellent form of SPIRITUAL well- being. This episode discusses a closer walk with Jesus and the way in which we grow stronger in the Lord.
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A yoke is a heavy collar put on the neck of a beast of burden. Jesus invites us to accept the yoke HE will offer us, for it is easy and light. What is this yoke of Jesus? This episode discusses the yoke of Jesus and its meaning for our daily journey with and for the Lord,
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Why does God choose the most unlikely, by human standards, to accomplish His holy will? This episode explores this question and what it means for God's call to us each day.
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Faith and daily life are inseperable. To live through each day is an ACT on natural faith. We must have faith and trust in so many others if we are to live each day. More so in our SPURITUAL LIFE. This episode discusses FAITH AS AN ACTION WORD. To live life, naturally and supernaturally, calls for the ACT OF FAITH.
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There is a hugh difference between peacemaking and peaceKEEPING. This episode discusses the crucial difference and its meaning for our daily journey with the Lord.
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Today is a a very blessed day. We give thanks and praise to our heavenly Father for the gift of our earthly father- living and dead. This episode is a reflection and appreciation for the gift of our father. It is a day for offering glory, praise, and thanksgiving to our heavenly Father, the Giver of gifts, graces, and blessings.
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So much of our precious time can be wasted in useless worry. We have the compulsion to CONTROL every aspect of our lives and the LIVES OF OTHERS! Jesus invites us to live SECURELY WITH INSECURITY. This episode discusses what Jesus meant and how we might apply his words to our daily living.
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Jesus speaks to us of the three peas in the pod of discipleship: Prudence, Persecution, and Perserversnce. This episode discusses the pod of following the Lord and its meaning for our daily life.
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The first and most important stage in our development as human beings is BASIC TRUST. We need to feel that the world around us is basically out to do us good. Our environment is one which provides secutity and care. Jesus tells us that the journey of everyday life is never traveled alone. God, our loving Father, is with us and FOR us every moment. We can trust God without hesitation in all things for God is forever faithful to His promises.
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The title of this episode seems to be a contridiction. If one is affluent one is not poor, and vice versa. However, there is more than one way to be affluent as well as poor. This episode discusses the condition of affluent poverty and its meaning for our Country and for OURSELVES.
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Jesus tells us the harvest of souls for the Kingdom is plentiful but the LABORERS ARE FEW. It NOT just the priesrs, deacons, and religious who are to gather the Lord's harvest, EACH OF US IS TO BE A LABRORER FOR THE KINGDOM HARVEST! Each day through our prayer and WITNESS we are to be God's gathers for the harvest of salvation.
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Anger is a a powerful and can be a very frighting and destructive emotion. We often struggle with our anger and resentment and disappointments. This episode discusses the root of anger- its destructive and RIGHTEOUS expressions.
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Today we offer glory, praise, and thanksgiving to the Father, in the Holy Spirit, for the gift of Jesus THE SACRED HEART. We are invited to more than a devotion. WE ARE INVITED TO A REVELATION, AREVELATION OF THE VERY ESSENCE OF THE BEING OF GOD. This episode presents the meaning of this blessed day.
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The word gospel means " good news"! Jesus did not wants his disciples to preach and live " bad news". Yes there are crosses and burdens but Christ offers us an INNER JOY IN THE HOLY SPIRIT which the world CANNOT TAKE AWAY! We need not be afraid to really live the GOOD NEWS-- We are made new in Christ.
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Every call is a mystery! Jesus calls each of us by name everyday. How do we answer? The call by Jesus is the MOST IMPORTANT CALL we can receive. The call is for us, individually, for Jesus has something for us to do and BE today!
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Sin makes us a paralytic. We are chained to our past. We are unable to walk toward our true home - heaven with Almighty God. The Sacrament of Penance is God's mercy and forgiveness so we may walk in freedom whereby Christ has make us free. Jesus invites us to be of COURAGE and walk FREE!
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Sacrifice is NOT a popular word. Even less popular if we are asked to sacrifice. Yet we are alive because of sacrifice-- Jesus on the Cross, our parents and loved ones, all who have sacrificed for our well- being over the years. It is a grace to be able to sacrifice for others. The deepest of sacrifices is the GIFT OF OURSELVES. As the Father sent Jesus to the Cross for OUR salvation, as disciples we we are invited each day to die to ourselves so that WE MIGHT TRULY LIVE !
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The first rule of a game is to KNOW you are in a game! The current game, the MOST SERIOUS OF GAMES, is our SPIRITUAL WARFARE WITH THE EVIL ONE. There is an intense struggle in our Country and world between the forces of Light and the forces of Darkness. We cannot passively sit quiet. Each day we we must take up the shield of God, put on the armour of FAITH, and the weapon of PRAYER, especially for those in authority and influence. In so doing WE contribute to God's victory and ours as well.
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Memory is a precious gift. We desire to be remembered and it is important for US to remember those who have made a difference in our life-- living and DEAD! Above all, we are to REMEMBER THE LORD IN ALL THINGS EACH DAY. The Lord NEVER forgets us. In our blessings and burdens, in our crosses and crowns the Lord is ever beside and within us.
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In the offering of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass we receive the REAL BODY AND BLOOD of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Eucharist is our nourishment for our daily journey with the Lord and our journey toward ETERNAL LIFE. We are to receive the Eucharist and the Holy Word of God, especially the Gospel, and LIVE THE MYSTERIES and GRACES they contain. We are to SHARE them with others daily.
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Jesus is amazed at the faith of the Roman soilder who ask Jesus to heal his house servant. This unnamed soilder, a pagan and hated by the Jews, seeks Jesus in faith and his servant is healed. NO ONE is beyond the the healing mercy of Jesus, The Divine Physician of body and soul. We are to pray and BELIEVE and through Jesus' Divine Mercy it will be done.
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Jesus' first act after the Sermon on the Mount is to heal a leper! This is shocking, for lepers were OUTCASTS and seen as physically and SPIRITUALLY UNCLEAN. Yet Jesus TOUCHES the leper and made him clean. Jesus' healing touch is FOR US! Jesus touches us so we may be made clean of the leprosy of sin.
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Jesus ask , WHAT IS THE FOUNDATION OF YOUR LIFE? One foundation is built on sand. The other foundation rest on ROCK. The question of foundation is essential. This episode discusses the two foundations and the consequences.
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Jesus tells us to be on guard aganist false prophets! Who are these false prophets? What is the sheep clothing that hides their true identity and intentions? How will we know false prophets? This episode discusses the questions and more.
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Traveling is not just geographical but is SPIRITUAL. Jesus tells us there are two roads we face each day: the easy, wide, and well traveled that leeds to damination. Many find it. The second road is narrow, hard, and few walk its way.This road leeds to ETERNAL LIFE. Each day we face the fork in the road. We DECIDE with path to travel.
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Today is a day of memory and hope in both the sacred and secular sense. We honor those who offered their lives that we might live free and gave their lives as witnesses to the glory of God. Today we look back in gratitude and forward with the responsibility to give as we have received.
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Is the Triunity of God -- Three Persons united in One Divine Supreme Being-- a problem for us to solve or is it The MYSTERY to be drawn into? This episode offers a reflection on The Blessed Trinity and our everyday journey with the Holy Trinity.
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We spennd a great deal of time and money covering up or weaknesses, our flaws. Yet, the Apostle Paul says he will BOAST of his WEAKNESSES! Why? He talks about his "thorn in the flesh". What does he mean? This episode reflects on Paul's strange words. How do they apply to each of us?
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Treasure hunts are fun and exciting for children of ALL AGES! Jesus tells us there are two kinds of treasure hunts: earthly and heavenly. This episode reflects on these two treasures. There is significant connection between the treasure and the heart for the way we live and experience daily life.
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Summer is fast approaching. It is a time of RECREATION-- RE - CREATING ourselves. It is a time of new beginnings. It is a time revonnecting with others and God's gifts of creation. IT IS A TIME OF RECONNECTING WITH GOD! May we be renewed physically, mentally, socially, physically, AND SPIRITUALLY. Get outside and live free to the glory of God!
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Generosity is NOT simply giving, praying, and doing good works. The fundamental issue is motivation. WHY are we generous? WHY do we pray? Why do we go about doing good? It must NOT be for SELF but for the GLORY OF GOD!
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Through the indwelling Holy Spirit we are to witnesses to truth. The truth is God's holy will and NOT our version of truth. For God is TRUTH ITSELF. Truth is NOT a weapon we use to punish, condemn, or destroy. Rather, truth is offered in LOVE! For GOD IS TRUTH and PERFECT LOVE. We are vesels of God's truth in love so one may be HEALED and return to the Lord.
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One of the most powerful gifts we have received is SPEECH. The power of words to build up or tear down ; dis courage or support. We can pray and in the next breath curse, gossip, and wound another. The Holy Spirit guides our speech so it comes from God. Satan perverts our speech for evil and destruction.
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Today is the birthday of the Church. We we are ALL invited. The we bring is AN OPEN HEART TO RECEIVE THE INDWELLING HOLY SPIRIT! We are to receive the Tongues of Fire. We are to have the walls of fear knocked down. We are to be liberated to speak and live THE TRUTH-- Jesus is Lord. May we open our whole being to RECEIVE the gift of the Holy Spirit.
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Chains, walls, and guards DO NOT a prison make. We are free whereby Christ has set us free by His Cross and Resurrection. We are NOT to chain ourselves in FEAR. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit we are to proclaim and live the Gospel-- Jesus is Lord! No opposition can stiffel the Spirit! Each day we are called to walk free of chains and profess The Truth-- Jesus is the Savior of all!
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Jesus ask Peter, "Do you love me?" Peter answers in the affirmative, THREE TIMES! Jesus' question is FOR US EACH DAY. If we answer YES we must ask what does loving Jesus require of us daily. This episode discusses the meaning of loving Jesus in our daily lives.
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Throughout the Gospel according to John, Jesus prays for unity. The oneness of the disciples. This unity is for ALL disciples until the Second Coming. Unity reveals the ONENESS OF GOD--- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Division is the major evil of Satan. Unity within the Church reveals the Divine oneness of God. Division is COUNTER- SIGN and scandal that causes many to not believe.
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We are called to be IN the world but not OF the world. What does Jesus mean by this? We are consecrated by means of TRUTH. What does this mean? How does this occur? This episode discusses these questions and more.
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What is eternal life? When does such a condition take place? What does this mean for our daily living? These questions are crucial for journey in and to the Lord. This episode discusses these issues and more.
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Jesus assures us that in his name our JOY will be to the FULL! Jesus does NOT indicate contentment or happiness. Rather, we are made for JOY-- the state of BLESSEDNESS. How? By each day opening our whole being to the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. For it is thegift of the Spirit that brings life HERE on earth and ETERNAL LIFE with the Holy Trinity.
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To live in fear is a terrible thing. But we need NOT LIVE in fear! The indwelling Holy Spirit of TRUTH frees us from fear. We are NOT to be silent! We are to proclaim in thought, word, and action the Truth-- Jesus is Lord and Savior! No power on earth or in heaven can defeat the Word of the Lord. We we are to be of COURAGE!
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It has been 40 days since the Resurrection of the Lord. Today Jesus ascends to the Father. The disciples, and we as well, are NOT abandoned. Jesus will send the Holy Spirit in 10 days, Pentecost, to begin the Age of the Church. It is now OUR time to witness that Jesus is the Son of the Father and Savior of the whole world.
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Failure is difficult to deal with. When we fail at something we can feel that we are unworthy and of no value. Not true! WE CAN FAIL WITHOUT BEING A FAILURE! Our so called success and failures DO NOT DEFINE US AS PERSONS. We all fail and fall short of the glory of God. We are limited, imperfect human beings. Humility is truth and moves us to seek God' s grace and mercy. Even when we seem to fail, IF WE ARE FAITHFUL we habe NOT failed!
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The verdict of the trial of Jesus in the courtroom of the world is announced! The charges-- Jesus is accused of SIN, INJUSTICE, and PERJURY. Jesus is pronounced INNONCENT ON ALL CHARGES! It is his accusers who are found GUILTY by the Holy Spirit. This episode discusses the the trial and verdict of Jesus.
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Each day we take the witness stand in the courtroom of daily life. By our thoughts, words, and actions we give testimony. We are telling the world the truth about Jesus as The Lord. In following Jesus we are taking a sacred oath that Jesus is the Son of God and the Savior of the world. Each day our witness is either true or we have perjured ourselves. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit to LIVE IN THE TRUTH.
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To ALL mothers may the blessings of God thru the Blessed Mother be yours and within your family.
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Moving on is a part of living- in our everyday life and the spiritual life. We are not to be trapped in the past. We are not to resentful of past rejections or hurts. When we are rejected by others because of our faith in the Lord we to PRAY and move on to other places guided by the Holy Spirit. This episode discusses the challenges and GRACES of moving on through the Holy Spirit.
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Friendship is essential for human happiness and well being. This episode will discuss the various types of friendship. We will discuss the shocking words of Jesus about TRUE friendship and what friendship means for our daily spiritual journey to the Lord.
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This episode discusses the need for a BALANCE inclusion and exclusion; requirements and heavy burdens in living the Christian life. Our faith is NOT to be a yoke of slavery but a blessing of joy through the Holy Spirit.
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Jesus is the TRUE VINE and WE are the branches. In communion with Jesus we are to be those vessels through whom the fruits of the Holy Spirit come forth. We are to bloom in the soil of our everyday lives. It in our daily lives that we grow in union with the Lord. This episode presents the way in which we are to be the fruitfull branches of Jesus the TRUE VINE.
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We face a paradox if not a mystery. Jesus offer in one sentence PEACE and his FAREWELL!? How can this be? How can can we have peace if our Savior is to depart? This episode offers an answer to this seeming contridiction. Also what does Jesus' words mean for our daily journey eith the Lord.
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Are we a sponge or a reflector? This episode invites us to examine the way we walk daily with the Lord-- and others. Again, as a sponge or a reflector?
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Jesus gives us a NEW COMMANDMENT. What is this new commandment? What does it mean for our daily journey with the Lord? This episode discusses these questions and more.
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May is the month the Church dedicates to the Blessed Mother in communion with Saint Joseph and the Child Jesus. This dedication is an offering to the GLORY OF GOD! For God has done, and CONTINUES TO DO, great things through Mary and the Holy Family for us and through us. Each day in May let us meditate on some aspect of the Holy Family and offer our prayers to God for the gifts of our earthly family and relatives.
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Chapter 14 of John's Gospel is the Last Discourse of Jesus to the Disciples, and EACH OF US! Jesus tells us to NOT let our hearts be troubled! Why? How? Jesus goes to prepare a place for US! What is this place? How do we get there? What does Jesus mean that He is the WAY and the TRUTH and the LIFE? What does all this mean for US? These questions and more will be discussed in this episode.
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Promise and promise KEEPING are crucial throughout our daily lives. Promise making and keeping are base on TRUST. One's word is to be one's bond. God is the SUPREME PROMISE KEEPER. God NEVER breaks His Word. Easter is the proof that God is FAITHFULNESS ITSELF. The Risen Christ is the ultimate sign that God is TRUST itself.
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Fasting is an ancient SPIRITUAL discipline in the Bible and in the Christian Tradition. Fasting and prayer are aids for helping us focus our relationship with God. Fasting with PRUDENCE provides a a clarity of thought and action. Through fasting we deny and / or limit the desires of the body in order to focus attention to the needs of the soul. Fasting prepares us for the indwelling Holy Spirit.
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What is the Church? It is a MYSTERY! From its humble beginnings to the present, the Church is the MYSTERY of God's presence in the world. Through the Holy Spirit the Gospel is preached and LIVED through the Scripture and Sacraments and the Witness of countless disciples of Jesus. WE are to be witnesses each day in the MISSION FIELDS of our daily lives. In the Holy Spirit we are to live the message of Easter -- JESUS IS LORD!
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Being lost can fill us with fear and panic. We can be lost geograhically. We can be lost SPIRITUALLY! Sin or circumstance can gives us afeeling of homelessness and seperation. However, THE GOOD NEWS is WE HAVE BEEN FOUND! Jesus the Good Shepherd died and ROSE so that we may be FOUND and COME BACK TO LIFE! Each day the Good Shepherd calls us BY NAME to follow Him. May we LISTEN WITH OUR WHOLE BEING to the invitation to be FOUND and truely LIVE!
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Jesus is the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Gate. Jesus calls each of us be NAME each day to be and do the Holy Will of the Father in the Holy Spirit. We are called to LISTEN so we might recognize THE VOICE of the True Shepherd. Listening is MORE than hearing. Listening requires our WHOLE BEING. We are to have a listening heart so as to recognize AND FOLLOW the Good Shepherd to verdent pastures and restful waters.
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Beware of those who are naysers. Such people are more comfortable with FAILIUR than SUCCESS. This is especially true in the spiritual life. Such people can supress and depress our faith and trust in the presence of the Holy Spirit. Nothing is impossible with God. We need the support and witness of those who are alive in God and share the Holy Spirit with us. May we be vessels of God's presence to each other.
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The conversion of Saul to Paul is most dramatic. He goes from persesecuting to proclaiming that Jesus is Lord! We are in need od DAILY conversion so that we may see with the eye of faith and proclaim that Jesus is Lord ALWAYS THROUGH LOVE!
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Good news is meant to be shared. We MUST shout it from the roof top. The GOOD NEWS OF JESUS MUST BE SHARED! This is our vocation, our baptismal calling Jesus is risen! Sin and death are NOT victorios but LIFE, ETERNAL LIFE is offered to each person. Many close to us need THE GOOD NEWS! Let us share the Good News that Jesus is Lord, OUR Lord!
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One of the faculities that makes us human beings is free will. The other faculty is reason. This episode discusses the meaning of free will as it is understood today and the way Jesus invites us experience AUTHENTIC FREEDOM OF THE WILL AS OBEDIENCE! The proper exercise of free will is to choose ONE THING ! Such is PURITY OF HEART and to know the blessings of PEACE!
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Courage is required to live daily the Easter message-- Jesus is Lord. The opposition of the Evil One is determined to silence the Easter message of Jesus as the Savior of the world. We can expect opposition and persecution in various ways. Yet we are strengthened through the indwellung Holy Spirit! Be of courage and fear not. Jesus has overcome the world. We are invited to be daily witnesses to Jesus' victory which is our hope of glory.
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Food is essential for life. There is the food for physical life. It is perishable. We will be hungry again and again. There is the IMPERISHABLE FOOD FOR OUR IMMORTAL SOUL. This is the food which nourishes us to LIFE ETERNAL! What is this food? The very Person of Jesus and the Living Word of God in Holy Scripture. Jesus invites us to seek the food of life eternal while caring for our earthly needs.
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Jesus ask Peter if he loves him -- THREE TIMES. Peter had denied Jesus twice, now Jesus offers Peter the opportunity to AFFIRM his faithful love for Jesus. Jesus accepts his declaration of love. This will require Peter to also take up his OWN CROSS! Peter will do so by laying down his life for Christ. So it is with US. To love Christ is to take up our cross and FOLLOW HIM! Such is the way to ETERNAL LIFE.
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Into every life there are times of rough weather - strong head winds and high waves. Such times can be within us as well as all around us and the world in general. Our fears are intense. Jesus tells us, " It is I; DO NOT BE AFRAID." Jesus says this to us STANDING IN THE MIDST OF THE TURMOIL and invites to come to Him. Faith and trust, NOT FEAR, ARE WHAT IS NEEDED. Jesus extends his hand to lift us up to a place of true safety-- WITH HIM!
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Beware the cult of personality. This is crucial for the spiritual life. WE ARE NOT CALLED TO FOLLOW ANY HUMAN BEING. Rather, we are to follow the Lord Jesus Christ who alone saves! Too often when a human figure stumbles we can give up our faith. When we place our trust in frail human beings we are bound to be disappointed. It is only in Jesus the Lord that we are never disappointed. The Lord is forever faithful.
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Ours is a TIME OF TESTING. Do we obey God or do we seek the approval of the world under the control of the Evil One? Each day we enter the courtroom of everyday life and give testimony as to the TRUTH by the way we live. Do we live testifying that Jesus is Lord, or do we live testifying that Jesus is a lie? This a question of utmost importance.
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Light and life are connected. Light is essential for life, natural and spiritual. Jesus is the Light and Life for the world. We are called to REFLECT the Light and Life that comes through the Crucified and Risen Lord. Each day we are, by our thoughts, words and actions REFLECT Jesus into the darkness that is sin and evil. Fear not for Jesus has overcome the Evil One.
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To travel light is a blessing in freedom. To live each day by our NEEDS and NOT OUR GREEDS is to be free from much anxiety. We are also FREE FOR a deeper communion with the Rise Lord and helping others. We are to be PRUDENT in our daily journey to the Lord. Living by our needs is a blessed way to start.
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What does it mean to be BORN AGAIN? How do we live our DAILY LIVES being born again? This episode discusses these questions in light of the challenge of living our Christian Faith in the world each day.
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The gift of God's infinite love is shown in DIVINE MERCY. We are granted God's mercy and WE ARE CALLED TO SHOW MERCY. We are to DO the work of mercy, physical and spiritual, as a sign that God is present in daily life. This episode reflects on Divine Mercy and our vocation to be vessels of God's enduring mercy.
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This last day of the Octave of Easter is once again a day of appearance by thr Risen Lord to the disciples and Mary Magdalene. Jesus sends the disciples into the whole world to proclaim the Good News. Jesus is sending EACH OF US INTO OUR EVERYDAY WORLD with the SAME MISSION-- TELL THE WORLD THE GOOD NEWS--- JESUS IS THE RISEN LORD!!!
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We have all had the experience of the EMPTY NET, that is, we have worked hard and for a long time. Yet we SEEM to have been a failure. But is such the case? This episode, Part II for Fri Apr 9th Ovtave of Easter examines the meaning of the EMPTY NET. Can the empty net be a blessing? Can it be making room for God? These and other issues are presented in this Special Edition of Gabriel's Trumpet.
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The third appearance of the Risen Jesus to the disciples takes place by the Sea of Tiberas. The disciples have been fishing all night and caught nothing. When they arrive on shore with empty nets Jesus tells them to cast the nets once more. The disciples are able to bring forth a hugh catch! This episode discusses this appearance by Jesus and ifs meaning FOR OUR DAILY FISHING FOR THE LORD JN THE SEA OF OUR DAILY LIVES.
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To be a witness is a solemn thing. We are indicating that we are telling the WHOLE TRUTH. And we are asking God to verify what we say is TRUE. Jesus calls each of us to provide DAILY TESTAMONY by iur thoughts, word, and ACTIONS that what we say about Jesus as Risen Lord is TRUE. Each day we are called to the witness stand if daily life. At the end of each day have we testified TRUTHFULLY that Jesus is THE Lord and Savior if the world?
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Each of us travels the road to Emmaus. This episode discusses the journey to Emmaus. What does this road mean for our daily journey in these days after Easter? What part does Scripture and the offering of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass play in our knowing the Risen Lord?
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We continue this time of appearsnces by the Risen Lord. Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene at the tomb. Jesus calls her by name. She then revognizes it is Jesus. Jesus tells her to go and tell the disciples. This is OUR DAILY MISSION to tell others the Lord is risen! Each day we are invited to see and witness that Jesus is ALIVE!
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The days after the Resurrection are days of appearance by the Risen Lord. This first appearance is to the women who came to anoint the body of Jesus. There was no body-- Jesus is risen! Jesus appears to the women and tell them to report to the Disciples the Good News-- JESUS HAS BEEN RAISED! These women are the first evangelizers. This is our DAILY vocation-- tell and the world JESUS IS ALIVE!!! We are NOT TO BE AFRAID. Jesus' peace is within us. The perfect love of God drives out all fear.
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Jesus is no longer to be found among the dead-- HE IS RISEN! The Cross is God's victory over the Evil One; God's victory over sin and death. Why is Mary Magdalene the first to encounter the Risen Lord? What does this mean for us?
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Holy Saturday is a day of vigil. It is a time of patient hope. We do not wait passively, but we wait with eager longing for the BEST of news-- He is RISEN! God is faithful. Holy Saturday invites us to pray for our deceased loved ones. The Cross of Jesus is NOT the victory of the Evil One. THE CROSS IS GOD'S VICTORY OVER SIN AND ETERNAL DEATH! AND IN CHRIST IT IS OUR VICTORY AS WELL!!!
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Good Friday is the most solemn day in the Church year. It is the only day in which Mass is not offered. It is a day of meditation. Let us meditate on the Way of the Cross. Give special attention to Simon of Cyrene. Simon was pressed in carrying the Cross. What does this mean for us on this GOOD FRIDAY?
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Holy Thursday opens the three most solemn days of the Church year-- Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday. These are sacred days in hope filled preperation for for glorious message of EASTER He is RISEN! Jesus washes the disciples' feet... Why? What does this mean for US and the CHURCH? This episode reflects on the deep TRUTH of Jesus' 'Parable in Action'.
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Today is Spy Wednesday, the day in which Judas betrays Jesus to the religious authorities for the 30 pieces of silver. Every sin is a betryal of Jesus. Yet Jesus continues to show mercy if we express contrition from the heart and firmly resolve to amend the life entrusted to us. Let us today reject the Evil One and walk in faithful dizcipleship with our Lord and Savior.
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The morsel at the Passover Meal is first offered to the guest who is most honored and in NEED OF FORGIVENESS AND RECONCILIATION. Jesus gives the first morsel to Judas! How shocking! Or is it? This episode discusses the deep meanig of Jesus' action and its meaning for US. Also, the interaction between Jesus and Peter deserve comment.
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Jesus came to love, heal, and forgive. Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus anoints the feet of Jesus and dried them with her hair. This act of love reveals the UNBOUNDED LOVE OF GOD FOR US and the invitation to bring the Divine Love to our everyday world. We are called to pour ourselves out in loving service in communion with the Jesus of the Cross.
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The beginning of Holy Week is the triumphal entery of Jesus in the holy city of Jerusalem. Yet today is as the day we resd THE PASSION. In 5 short days the crowd of "Hosanna" will cry, "Crucify him!" We cannot know the Christ of Easter without the Jesus of Good Friday. The Crown and the Cross are one. Such is the mystery of Redemption. May we be found beneath the Cross so as to be present at the EMPTY TOMB.
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Scapegoating has been used throughout history and is present in the Bible. Scapegoating allows us to blame others for any trouble or sins that belong to us or our group. Scapegoating brings forth isolation, division, hatred, violence, and finally DEATH to all we have named as " THE PROBLEM ". Jesus is not a scapegoat but THE IINONENCE LAMB OF GOD WHO FREELY TAKES UPON HIMSELF THE SINS AND GUILT OF THE WORLD. On the Cross and by the Cross we are washed and made clean.
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The closer we get with Jesus to the holy city of Jerusalem the more determined is the Evil One to tempt us to turn back and walk with Jesus no longer. However, we will CONTINUE through that GRACE which is STRONGER. We will not turn back but wal in deeper communion with our Lord and Savior!
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Today is the Annunciation, Through the Holy Spirit, Mary will be the Servant of God in whom the Savior will be born. This episode presents the meaning of the Annunciation and its relevance for our daily Christian journey with the Lord.
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Each of us is given a power which is on display everyday and we often don't think about it. The power of OUR EXAMPLE IN WORD AND ACTIONS. The power of parents, spouses, those in various positions of authority- teachers, coaches, religious figures, those in the public eye, and so. WE INFLUENCE OTHRRS Y OUR EXAMPLE! And this can be for good or evil. At the end of each day spend some reflecting on the example YOU imprinted on others. Are others closer to God through our words and actions?
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Who is Jesus? This episode offers Jesus'own self- descrition to this essential question. The answer will shake the foundation of the world and continues to do so! This episode invites YOU to walk deeper each day with the Lord as YOU meditate on -- WHO IS JESUS.
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Hide and seek is a fun game to play. However, too often we try to play that game with God. Because of sin and FEAR we try to hide from God. God SEEKS US not to punish and condemn but to FORGIVE AND HEAL. Jesus is the LIGHT and LIFE of the world. The CROSS brings to light who is ENDURING MERCIFUL LOVE. God seeks us to restore and save. Jesus on the Cross is the LIGHT that shines in the darkness of sin. We can be seen as we are so God's Love and Life will bring about true peace.
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The 12th chapter of John's Gospel is the close of Jesus' public ministry. Jesus invites us to learn and live the lesson of THE GRAIN OF WHEAT. To do so is to KNOW Jesus and to experience the presence of Jesus DAILY. This episode explores the wisdom of the grain of wheat and its meaning for our daily journey with the Savior.
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The prophet Jeremiah wants to see the vengeance of God aganist those have ploted to kill him. The VENGEANCE OF GOD is made visible for all to see. This episode presents the VENGEANCE OF GOD! What is this Divine pay back? What does such a vengeance mean for our daily life? This is crucial, for GOD'S VENGEANCE has been entrusted to EACH OF US!
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Today we honor St. Joseph, chase spouse of the Blessed Mother and the earthly father of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ. This episode presents those qualities of St Joseph that are so needed today. St. Joseph is a DISCLOSURE MODEL for living each day in loving praise of Almighty God. Let St. Joseph be YOUR guide today and for all the days our gracious God may grant.
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What is a Golden Calf? What is YOUR Golden Calf? How can I tell? This episode explores these questions and more. Lent is the time to reflect on the ways we build idols and how we can return to the ONE TRUE GOD OF ALL THAT IS. God waits for OUR return.
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How does God love us? God loves us with the supreme depth of a mother's love! Such a a love is forever faithful and nothing can break that bond. God's love like that of a mother is always ready to forgive and heal. Lent is the time of grace. God's MOTHERLY LOVE WAITS to receive us ESPECIALLY if we have sinned. The merciful, Motherly love of celebrates the lost who are found and the dead who have come back to live!
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Water is essential for life. Hydration is not just for the body but essential for the soul. Jesus offers us each day the life giving waters the refresh and renew our souls. This episode reflects on the meaning of spiritual hydration for living a fruitful life in the Holy Spirit.
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The past is powerful. Memories can be cherished or painful. Our past sins can burden our present and future. Yet with God's mercy and forgiveness we can get past our past! The person we were NEED NOT BE THE PERSON WE ARE TODAY AND WILL BE TOMORROW. The challenge it to ACCEPTENCE from the God who forgives, heals, and opens doors and clears paths to a NEW WAY OF LIVING. Today WE are invited to get past our past.
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Each of us has been entrusted with a mission. In fact, WE ARE MISSION! God, in Christ, has called us to be His ambassadors of RECONCILLIATION! WE are invited to continue the saving ministry of healing that which has become torn and seperated-- first with God and then flowing into our families and daily interactions. Lent is the holy time of reconnecting that which has been torn apart. TODAY in the day of healing the breach with God and others. We will also be INWARDLY HEALED
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During Lent and throughout the whole of our earthly journey the struggle is with THE SELF. This is especially true when we perform religious activities! Jesus' parable about the Pharasee and the tax collector calls for DAILY reflection. This episode reflects on this parable and its meaning for our DAILY walking with the Lord.
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Conversion is the ongoing process of turning FROM sin TOWARD the holy will of God. Conversion is NOT just for the individual but for NATIONS who have rejected God's covenant. This episode reflects on the need for individual and NATIONAL conversion.
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There are two basic ways of living each day-- we can gather or scatter. The way of Satan is SCATTERING. The Devil seeks division, strife, conflict, and unrest in nations, families, and within our everyday lives. The way of God is the way of GATHERING. We have seen recdntly the effects of division and unrest-- death, destruction, and unrest. Such is the way of the Evil One. God calls us to be in our everyday lives VESSELS OF UNITY in our thoughts, words, and actions. Each day is one of uniting or dividing. May we be vessels of God's unity and PRAY for those in authority and influence to be the vessels of God's desire for oneness and peace.
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There are three steps in our journey with Jesus during Lent and THROUGHOUT the whole of our lives: preperation, formation, and continuation. This episode discusses all three- how they are connected and how they apply to US EACH DAY.
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Forgiveness is central to Lent and the Christian life. Jesus calls to " forgive FROM THE HEART". This episode reflects on the meaning of Jesus' words and the major obsticle to such forgiveness. Why must we forgive from the heart?
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Leprosy is not just physical but SPIRITUAL. Sin, to miss the mark, effects us in relationship with God, within our selves, and with others. Lent is the season of being MADE CLEAN. We no longer need live apart. We can be cleansed and made whole. Jesus, the Spotless Lamb, washes us clean of sin and guilt through THE CROSS. Lent is the time of living apart no longer. The sacrament of Penance brings cleansing and healing. We can be RESTORED to oneness with God, self, and others. The God of DIVINE MERCY desires all of to be clean.
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We need both stability and change, conversion, to grow humanly and SPIRITUALLY. Lent is the grace filled time to reflect on our relationship with the Lord. Has stability become stagnation? Has change turned to chaos? What is needed is BALANCE.
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This episode examines a familiar parable of Jesus -- The Prodical Son. Attention is usually focused on the father and the son who left. This episode will focus on the STAY AT HOME SON. What lessons can we learn from his words and actions? What does the parable teach about God, especially during Lent?
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The parable of the prodical son is a familiar one. Attention is most paid to the son who left and the father. In this episode we turn our attention to the STAY AT HOME SON. We examine HIS reaction to the behavior of the father and HIS view of his brother. What lessons can we learn from the reactions of each?
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There are times we feel abandoned. Those we love- family and friends have turned away by envy- and left us for dead. At times we feel abandoned by God because of our sins. While others may desert us GOD NEVER DOES! God sent His Son to LIFT US UP and SAVE! Each day, THIS DAY God wants to LIFT YOU UP! May we open our hands and hearts to be with the ONE who NEVER leaves us to die.
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The parable of Lazarus and Dives ( the rich man) challenges the belief that we can judge who is good and who is evil by how well off one is. God's measurement is very different than the world"s. This episode presents the difference and its meaning for our Lenten journey.
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Our reading sets before us two ways of living: blind ambition or humble service. Blind ambition for worldly praise yields EMPTINESS. The way of service yields LIFE IN ABUNDANCE here and in ETERNITY. The way of Jesus is the Way, Truth, and Life. It is the everyday path of humble SACRIFICE and SERVICE for others to the PRAISE OF GOD. Which do YOU cboose?
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A hypocrite is a person who wears masks. True intentions are covered up. One says or does something for show but the REAL intention is the opposite of the word or deed. Lent is a time for removing masks and opening our hearts to God. We will experience NOT rejection but DIVINE MERCY.
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Jesus tells us not to judge. Yet there is much more to His words and meaning. This episode looks at the deepef meaning to Jesus' words
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One of the most dramatic episodes in the entire Bible is the Transfiguration of Jesus. This episode explores the meaning of this event and its meaning for the Church, the individual Disciple of Jesus, and its relevance for our DAILY Lenten journey with Jesus to Jerusalem.
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We are by nature social beings. We are created to be with and FOR others. In our Gospel reading, Matthew 25: 31- 46, Jesus ask us: with whom do YOU associate, identify, with whom do YOU FIND ME? This is not an idle question. For the response will determine our final place in eternity.
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The First Sunday in Lent recounts the three temptations of Jesus by Satan as Jesus is about to begin his PUBLIC MINISTRY. What is the meaning of these temptations? How are they OUR DAILY temptations? What does Jesus teach us as to how to REJECT the temptAtions that come to us?
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The call of Levi/ Matthew is the call by Jesus to EACH OF US. Jesus, the Divine Physician, came to heal the sin sick soul. The medicine of DIVINE MERCY is offered is that which heals. Lent is the season of MERCY and HEALING and NEWNESS OF LIFE. Jesus says to us, "FOLLOW ME". How will YOU respond?
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This episode presents the important difference between dieting and fasting. The difference is important for our Lenten journey. What does God want us to and BECOME
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The Lord calls us to keep secrets. This is important as we begin the Holy Season of Lent. What kind of secrets are we to keep private? Why?
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Today we find ourselves in a SPIRITUAL BATTLE witb the Evil One. The struggle is intense within the Church, the world, and within ourselves. St. Paul in his letter to the Ephesians, and to US, describes this battle and HOW WE ARE TO RESIST SATAN and emerge VICTORIOUS. This passage from St Paul deserves our prayerful meditatiln.
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Why would Jesus ask this question of a blind beggar? What do think of the crowd's reaction to the blind beggar? Do your recognize YOURSELF in the story? How?
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Mary and Joseph present the infant Jesus in the temple according to the Mosaic law. The story is told in the Gospel by St. Luke ( 2: 22 - 40 ). The power of the story is presented. Also the meaning of the story for our daily call to present Jesus.
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Jesus sends the disciples on their first journey. However, his travel instructions are most unusual to say the least. Why would Jesus direct them in such a way? Would YOU follow these directives? What might they mean for us today?
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The story of the rich young man is often presented as giving up material possessions to follow Jesus. However, might there be another kind of riches that we are called to examine; even lay aside? This episode explores this possibility.
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We have spent the past weeks preparing for the birth of the Savior. We have celebrated His birth. We have honored Mary as the Mother of God. NOW THE HARD PART-- We are to live daily the mysteries we have received. The everyday routines, the daily demands, and our crosses become REAL. Yet it is the ordinary living that we come to experience the REALITY OF GOD'S EVER PRESENT LOVE. Within the EVERYDAY love and living become one-- AND REAL!
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Each year at this time we make a list of resolutions in order to improve ourselves. Unfortunately we usually come up short. Try making a SHORT list of 2 or 3 petitions to God for the GRACE to become closer to God and serve others with love. We need assistance DAILY beyond our good will and determination. We need God and GOOD family/friends as companions for the journey. May God bless you and your loved ones for the Great Adventure that is 2021!
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This past year has been a great challenge -- physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions. Yet, there were signs of grace, courage, and HOPE! This episode centers on these examples of light over darkness, love over fear, and compassion over indifference. We can walk into 2021 with a strength from ABOVE and a willingness to BE FOR OTHERS!
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Time is a precious gift. Time is finite here on earth. Do we live each day as a ' short game' grasping the attractions of the moment? Do we seek things which pass away? Or do we play a ' long game' ? Is our time horizon ETERNITY? How we live each day is a practice for for where and how we will spend eternity; with God or without God? TODAY is our door into eternity. Play the LONG GAME!
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There is a cost to discipleship; to following Christ. We cannot have a Christ without a Cross. Our ultimate fidelity belongs to God and NOT earthly powers. This brings opposition, sometimes suffering and death. St Thomas Becket obeyed God's will rather than King Henry II. BECKET paid the ultimate earthly price but gained the ETERNAL TREASURE-- Eternal life with God. The world is opposed to God's rule. Each day we must decide: obey God or men!
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Today we honor and lament the loss of life through violence, abuse, and neglect. From life in the womb to the abuse and neglect of children, the culture of death is around us. God is THE God of LIFE! We are to build the civilization of life and love. This episode is one of LIFE and HOPE.Those who have engaged in the culture of death DO NOT LOSE HOPE! You can be a powerful witness for life by God's mercy and grace. With God it is NEVER TOO LATE! Pray and ACT each day on behalf of the Sacred gift of life.
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The strength of a family is its spiritual and moral foundation. The Holy Family-- Jesus, Mary, and Joseph-- have much to teach about family life in our own times. This episode reflects on the meaning of being a holy family in today's world.
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Today we honor St Stephen the first Christian martyr. This reminds us that following Jesus from Bethlehem also means following him to Calvary. Discipleship comes through COSTLY GRACE! Each day we we are called to die to ourselves so as to TRUELY LIVE NOW AND IN ETERNITY. Such is the truth of CHRISTIAN REALISM.
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A blessed, holy, and joyfilled Christmas! Today is born THE SAVIOR of the world. Today is GOD'S LOVE STORY for each of US! It is a most suprising story. Listen and it speak to YOU.
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At the birth of a child every parent wonders how this new child, this gift of life from God, will grow up. Each new life is a mystery. We know that the hand of God is on each new child, and continues throughout one's life. Some follow the Lord; go their own way. God desirexs we follow His loving will. May we walk in God' s love to Bethlehem and into eternity and God's presence.
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Many things have happened to Mary during this Advent time. The Annunciation and Vistation to Elizabeth most noteabely. At the end of the Magnificat we are told she returned home. Mary returned to the place where God was most present to her and WITHIN HER--HOME! The everyday is where God is most to be present. How is God present in YOUR everyday?
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When we receive good news we want to tell others. We want to share it and celebrate. This is good and natural. Mary reminds us to be mindful of those in need. We are to carry the the Lord within US to those who need God's presence. Like Mary, WE are to share the GOOD NEWS: THE SAVIOR is born to US and WITHIN US! Don't keep it a secret.
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The human will is strong. We want our way; and NOW! Often there is a struggle between our will and the will of God. The Evil One desires we follow the way of sin by rejecting God's will for us; especially in Advent. We are close to Bethlehem. Let us not turn back. Let us go on in the Holy Spirit. Our peace awaits!
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God is the Lord and Giver of LIFE! Even in the midst of what seems lifeless, barren, dry God is present. Even at this time we may feel without joy or life, GOD IS PRESENT and wants to fill us with the grace of life. Open your heart to receive the Spirit. Nothing is impossible with God!
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We humans are social by nature. We need to be with and FOR others. It is hurtful to be excluded or left out. God excludes no one. Jesus, THE Savior, invites AALL to come to the Crib. Saints and sinners; the high and the lowly Jesus invites. It is NOT too late to walk to the Crib. Great joy will fill your heart. Come to the Crib.
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We don't like being taken for granted. We need to have our presence and what we do recognized and appreciated. The same is true with our relationship with God. Have we taken God for granted? How does God respond? Advent is a good time to see if we have taken God for granted.
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Who is your God is the most important question you will ever ask and answer. Eternity depends on your answer! A good way to find the answer is by TIME. Where and how much of precious time do we spend each day? Is doing God's will or seeking false gods who cannot give eternal life? The spending of time reveals what and who we worship.
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Too often we give ourselves a daily list of the things we are goin to do to please the Lord. However, we find we have done very little, if any at the end of the day. Each day choose ONE THING, one act, prayer, or penance for that day. Such is a day well spent p
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As Christians we are given by God the authority and grace to be His oracle in our daily lives. We are invited to receive eyes unveiled, ears to listen to God's will, the gift of knowledge to share God's wisdom. Advent is the holy time to be the vessel of God's presence.
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Patience with God, others, and ourselves is difficult. We demand immediate results. Too often speed is valued over quality and accuracy. Growth in the spiritual life and our everyday lives requires patience. The fruits of life come through the wisdomof patience.
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Who is Elijah? What is his relationship to John the Baptist? To Jesus? And for our Advent journey to Bethlehem? This episode offers some insights and its meaning for our daily living in the Lord.
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We can't please all the people all the time. Jesus couldn' t. However, Jesus was faithful to his mission to save. Thisepisode reflects on the importance of prayer as LISTENING to what doorsG
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This year has tested us spirituall, mentally, and physically. Those who HOPE in the Lord are renewed. Jesus invites us to come to him and He will us strength and victory!
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The dogma of the Immaculate Conception teaches that Mary was free from Original Sin from the moment of her conception. This was through the power of God. This dogma was declared by Pop Pius IX in 1854.
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The gospel of Luke (5:17-26) tells of Jesus healing a papalytic. The deeper healing is the forgiveness of sins. We are to rise and be healed.
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John is the last prophet and the herald of Jesus. Why was he so attractive to so many? What does John mean for us today?
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Each of us has a vocation to be a laborer for God's kingdom in our everyday lives. We have been given so we are to share the Gospel.
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Waiting is hard. We are born impatient. We want everything NOW! Yet maturity in all aspects of life requires PATIENCE. Why can' t God hurry up and give us patience?! Take the pie test. You will find out a great deal about yourself and others. Remember God is patient with us. We are to be patient with others, ourselves, and yes WITH GOD!
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Faith is more than words or feelings; Faith is a VERB. We called to live each day the blessings of this holy Advent Season. An ACTIVE FAITH IS THE SOLID FOUNDATION of a life pleasing to God and a blessing to others.
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At times we can feel overwhelmed by our lack of resources in the face great need. We can panic and become crippled with fear, or we can follow the example of Jesus.This episode for Wednesday of the 1st week of Advent reveals how Jesus faced such a moment. We can learn much by doing likewise.
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Humility is a virtue, a gift, easily misunderstood. In this episode for Tuesday of the first week of Advent we examine real humility from these misunderstadings.
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Advent is the Holy Season of preperatio for the birth of the Messiah. This episode offers some ways to prepare for the birth of Jesus.
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This episode of Gabriel trumpet invites us to reflect on 2 aspects of our everyday lives:now and at the hour of our Death. Both dimensions of time on Earth are interconnected. How we live the gift of now will bring us to the final earthly encounter with God.
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Ours is a time of high anxiety and worry. Jesus addresses our worries and anxieties. In this episode we reflect on Jesus's teaching and how to apply it to our everyday lives.
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Happy all Soul's day
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Are reading from the gospel of John presents us with a Jesus we are not familiar with and too often don't like Jesus is consumed with reverence for his ours as well by adoption father's house of worship Jesus is angry to the point of driving out the merchants with a cord Jesus is anger is morally appropriate the house of worship has become a marketplace true sacrifice is not offering animals but our whole being also this episode discusses the proper care for our bodies as a temple of the Holy Spirit
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Our initial response maybe in the affirmative yes Jesus wants us to like everyone however is an important distinction between liking and loving often overlooked this Podcast examines the words and actions of Jesus and we live the gospel message to love.
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It takes Jesus 2 tries before the blind man is able to see clearly why couldn't or wouldn't Jesus heal him on the 1st try why does Jesus take the blind man away from the village to heal him why does Jesus instruct the healed man not to go back into the village what does this episode help us see in our own daily Christian journey this episode responds to these questions and more.
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in our time of national hurt and division virus and violence there are loud and powerful voices who seek division along the lines of race class gender religion and nationality by contrast the Christians and all people of good will follow Christ who came to heal forgive and unite in defending human life and promoting the common good for each human being.
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this passage from the Gospel of Luke recounts the call of the first disciples the disciples have spent the night fishing but returned empty nets however Jesus calls them to overcome their disappointment and cast their nets into the deep Waters each day we are called to cast the nets of faith into the deep Waters of Life be not afraid..
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Blessed mother always points vertically toward God never to herself
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What is your ideal job high pay little work low-stress work environment working at home the list is endless for the ideal work Jesus is work the bread which nourished him in the public ministry was to do the will of his heavenly father Jesus is teaching us that the truth and meaning come through service the giving of oneself to something beyond one's self interest or advantage it is with self donation that we are rich in eternal things.
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For many the answer seems obvious of course it is wrong to judge others Jesus tells us to stop judging one another yet there is more to Jesus's words that have gone unappreciated this podcast explores the need to carefully consider the meaning and application when it comes to judging.
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Of the many titles associated with the blessed mother, Queen of Peace is most fitting for the modern world. Two world wars deadly conflicts, terrorism and the reality of mass nuclear and chemical horrors make the quest for Peace more urgent than ever. The peace that is most needed is the peace which comes from living in God's truth and Ways. Without God's peace there is no lasting peace :the blessed mother specifically requested prayers and penancs for peace. God's gift of Peace occurs through the conversion of minds and hearts.
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Saint Paul tells the Philippians that " he can do all things... ". however it is crucial that the rest of the verse not be omitted in him who strengthens me the him is the crucified and risen Christ the modern mind ignores this essential qualification Christ is the strength which enables Paul to preach the gospel in all circumstances without the centrality of Christ we humans lack the ability the grace to daily proclaim and live the gospel even in the most trying of circumstances through Christ we are victorious.
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those who are called upon to comfort the sorrowful can feel very inadequate why we often feel that we don't know what to say and what is the right words to express many times words are inadequate prayer vocal and silent along with one's physical presence is the comfort that The afflicted most need Jesus in the depth of agony in The garden of Gethsemane the Mount of Olives was consoled and strengthened by an Angel sent by the father
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Peter asked Jesus how many times are we to forgive someone who causes injury Peter is surprised by Jesus's to fold answer 70 * 7 a continual forgiveness as God forgives our sin and forgiveness must be extended from the heart that is we are to forgive them from the depth of our being forgiveness calls for us to get past the past so that yesterday is not our today only so that heart-felt forgiveness we can clear the path into living tomorrow.
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this work of Mercy seems so unnatural in an age of claiming are right especially when we are wrong in addition in an age of demanding immediate results we simply don't like or don't know how to wait however Saint Joseph is the model for how we are to suffer wrongs patiently St Joseph is a man of supreme integrity he could have publicly shamed Mary she was pregnant and not married and Joseph was not the Father Joseph chose another way he would not shame her but divorce her quietly Joseph loved Mary he chose a higher law namely Mercy compassion and respect Joseph walk the way of God who treats us in this way
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Luke 18 1 through 8 the spiritual works of Mercy finds their completion with the call to prayer prayer is Central to the Christian Life scripture tells us to pray without ceasing (1st Thes. 5:17) and to pray without growing weary (Luke 18:1 ) we are to pray for the living and not just family and friends. we are to pray for enemies (Matthew 5 44) of God's people. We are called to pray for the dead - especially for those who have none to pray for them. Prayer is the foundation of spiritual life and deepens our relationship with God and others.
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Coming
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When Jesus gathers the 11 for the last time on Earth, he commission's them to go forth and teach all that he has commanded: and this mission to teach is universal, that is, Jesus's message is for the whole world. Each individual Christian and the church as the living body of Christ is sent to teach the person of Jesus Christ -from the home to the great universities to magnificent cathedrals we are to live and proclaim Jesus is Lord.
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the following is the first of a 7-part series commenting on the meaning and application of the seven spiritual works of Mercy. The experience of doubt, spiritual doubt, can burden anyone seeking a deeper relationship with God. Such doubt is not a sign of weakness but can be an invitation to know Jesus more intimately sound council can guide one in such a quest.
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Those who achieve a lasting things for humanity are seldom without controversy especially in the service of God and the gospel. Such is the case with Saint Junipero Serra. Saint Junipero was a Franciscan missionary who established seven missions along the California coast- hence "apostle to California". Saint Junipero was canonized on September 23rd 2015 by Pope Francis: this canonization celebrated in Washington DC was the first in the United States.
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the wisdom of Ben sira is a kind of moral guide book covering a number of topics: education, family, as well as the subject of friendship. The tone and advice is not harsh or dictatorial; rather it is Prudential and its offering Ben sira presents the qualities of a true friend, the characteristics of a true friendship and the ways in which friendship should start and mature as lifelong gifts from God.
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The book of lamentation is the collective cry of Israel during the times of Babylonian captivity 586 BC God's chosen people are in exile and the temple has been destroyed why has God forgotten his people Israel's identity and foundations have been shaken the United States with the coronavirus and civil unrest have caused severe tremors throughout the culture the Israel of old in the United States of today have much in common and much to consider.
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Coming
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Coming
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jesus's answer to the question shows that Love has 3 directions...first is to God, second is to neighbor and 3rd is to self. this is radically different than what we might hear today in today's society we here I must first love myself before I can love anyone else. Jesus is reminding us that God first loved us and so naturally our first love is to him so he can show us what true love is self-sacrificing love.
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Jesus taught about the kingdom of God and what it meant to labor for the kingdom through parables. One such Parable is presented in the gospel of Matthew concerning the vineyard owner and workers. This Parable challenges the human way of acting justly according to earthly standards. Jesus invites us to enter the way of God in judging what is just. God's justice and generosity cannot be separated: we are most just when we show the greatest generosity.
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Jesus used parables to teach about the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven. However there was a deeper dynamic at work. The parables of Jesus challenge the conventional wisdom concerning who is good or evil, who is favored by God and who is punished, and who exercises real authority and those who rule by force fear or office . Jesus is dangerous because he troubles the comfortable. Jesus is the parable of God: that is Jesus saves not by the love of power but by the power of love - the cross.
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On June 7th 1982 saint Pope John Paul II and President Ronald Reagan meet face-to-face for the first time at the Vatican. Both men were United in their belief that God had a "divine plan" for their lives, both defended the dignity of the human person, shot to bring down atheistic communism, and both loved peace and detested war- especially the thought of a nuclear war.
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In this parable. Jesus teaches three timely and timeless lessons from maturing in the Christian Life. First the importance of wise patience- a rush to action or judgment can destroy the good as well as the evil. Second; God's patience allows time for conversion; the good (church) has a responsibility to win over the wayward. Finally there will be a time of harvest: responsibility and accountability are essential to God's justice.
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The first law of heaven is let there be order ( before the Earth was without form shape it was a void) the book of Genesis teaches that the Creator God established order, structure and form so light and life could be brought forth. God entrusted creation to the human person - hence each person is called to work for life not death; construction not destruction. Justice through law and not by mob violence and the true peace which God grants to all who advanced respect for the human person.
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Jesus taught about the kingdom of God and what it meant to labor for the kingdom through parables. One such parable is presented in the gospel of Matthew concerning the vineyard - owner and workers : this parable challenges the human way of acting justly according to earthly standards. Jesus invites us to enter the ways of God in judging what is just. God's justice and generosity cannot be separated. We are most just when we show the greatest generosity.
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Faith and doubt need not be understood as opposites. Dout can be the motivation to enrich Faith. Doubt can raise questions which leads one to start the great adventure of a living faith. Everyday life requires a natural faith if one is to survive and grow. The supernatural level - God desires we return the Divine love with our whole being heart, soul, strength and mind. Questions can be the mind at prayer.
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Pentecost is the birthday of the church. As promised by Jesus to not leave the disciples orphaned: he sent the Holy Spirit to teach, guide and strengthen the "little flock of faith" that would remain in the world... but not be of the world. The holy church continues to empower each disciple, and the church as a whole body, to witness to the risen Christ. By loving God and the least among us the truth of Jesus is made visible.
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In this program the topic of saints is presented as to what does it mean to be a saint? Are there any living saints? Do we worship the saints? Why pray to the saints- or do we pray through the saints-? Do pictures of the saints, statues and metals offend God and break the first commandment which forbids the worship of idols?
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the woman caught in adultery (In. 8:2-12) is a story which speaks to us. Each person carries a past which influences the present and future. Too often sin and guilt burden today and darken tomorrow. The woman of adultery meets Jesus: he does not condemn- not lecture -Jesus liberates and challenges her to live past your past. Jesus offers each of us the same hope -live past your past.
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The angel Gabriel is sent by God to inform Mary she is to give birth to the Messiah. Jesus will be conceived through the power of the Holy Spirit. Mary responds "let it be as you say". Jesus performs the first of his seven signs at the wedding at Cana. Mary reveals what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus. one of the most powerful scenes in the Bible Mary and the beloved disciple beneath the Good Friday cross of Jesus. taken together all three the Annunciation the wedding feast at Cana and Mary beneath the cross and Mosaic of Mary appears as the gift of womanhood Mary's assumption into heaven completes the mosaic.
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Angels and archangels God special Messengers sent by God Almighty himself to us to relay a message to defend and protect his people and his kingdom and to heal to heal us in our broken world. In this video you'll learn that fear and anxiety are not interchangeable you'll also learn ways to trust which will lead to a worry-free life peace be with you always
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