This week, Jesus, we celebrate the feast of the start of the journey of our faith to You.
The Annunciation, Mary's accepting the path of life that made her the mother of God.
This week, St. Gabriel, the archangel, came and told Mary that see could change the worlds path
of history, if she would accept the role of being the mother of Jesus.
Her words of acceptance started salvation history for all of us.
Thank You Jesus, for so great a mother who was so willing to trust the Fathers plan for us all.
Help us all also follow the plan You have for each of us.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday COMING ATTRACTION
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"The hour has come." -John 12:23
Jesus told His hearers that the hour of His death was approaching. He observed: "I solemnly
assure you, unless the grain of wheat falls to the earth and dies, it remains just a grain
of wheat. But if it dies, it produces much fruit" (Jn 12:24). The burial of the seed in the
soil is not its final end, but a time of transition. The life in the seed "dies," but this
death leads to a different life that bears much fruit (Jn 12:24).
The Greek word translated "die" in John 12:24 literally means to "die away." Each day, we
must die away from our sins and desires. Even while receiving the Bread of Life, we still
focus on dying away (1 Cor 11:26). We die to ourselves (Lk 9:23) and continually "carry
about in our bodies the dying of Jesus" (2 Cor 4:10). The more we die away, the more the
life of Jesus is revealed in us (2 Cor 4:10).
When Jesus was lifted up on the cross to die, He attracted all to Himself (Jn 12:32). His
death gathered many together (Jn 11:51-52). How will it be at your death? For some of you,
"the hour" of your death is coming soon (Jn 12:23). Will your death glorify God and attract
many to Jesus? You can increase the glory God will receive at your death by daily "dying
away" so as to allow His life to overshadow you. Die to yourself daily, lay down your life
for Jesus, and prepare to bear an attractive and attracting harvest for the glory of God.
Monday SHOUT IT FROM THE ROOFTOPS
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"Sacrifice and offering You did not desire, but a body You have prepared for Me." -Hebrews 10:5
Tuesday THE "IN"-THING
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"I am going away. You will look for Me but you will die in your sins. Where I am going you
cannot come." -John 8:21
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Brochures
" Over 90 Biblically based brochures. Many on topics you don't usually hear addressed."
This Week's Featured Brochures
A Prophetic Lent
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Fifth Sunday of Lent Hos. 9-10-14:10
Mon. of 5th week of Lent Joel
Tues. of 5th week of Lent Amos 1:1-5, 6, 8-9
Wed. of 5th week of Lent Amos 5:7, 10-9:15
Thurs.of 5th week of Lent Obadiah, Jonah
Fri. of 5th week of Lent Micah 1:1-3:12
Sat. of 5th week of Lent Mi. 4:1-7:20
The Secret of Confession
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"Eye has not seen, ear has not heard, nor has it so much as dawned on man what God has
prepared for those who love Him." (1 Corinthians 2:9)
The daughter of a Baptist minister becomes a Catholic because of the opportunity to go to
confession. A Presbyterian pastor involved in the healing.....................
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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( check out BTL 3 sections below for another way of sharing prayers)
I am going through a very difficult time right now and would like to ask for prayer from all
prayer warriors.D«elow are my prayer needs:DAD¡- Success in my examsD¢- EmploymentD£- Physical
HealingD¤- Financial BlessingD¥- Discernment from the Holy Spirit to make the right decision
about my marriage.DADAJesus I trust in You
(Emmanuel G, New York, NY, United States, 3/24/2012 8:56:26 PM)
As we continue the Lenten journey we pray for all who pray, fast and sacrifice for an end to
abortion in the 40 Days For Life Campaign, that their efforts will result in saving precious
lives, opening the eyes of those who cannot see and putting an end to abortion.let us join in
praying the Rosary daily that our Lady of Guadalupe will take them all to Her Heart.Jesus I
Trust in YOU!
(Ken, Texas, 3/24/2012 5:59:29 PM)
Lord please help tin and froi that they can get their paper as soon as possible,guide them
Lord according to your will.Thank you Lord for the blessings ,i ask tjis through Christ our
Lord.Amen.
(antang, ncr, muntinlupa , Philippines, 3/24/2012 5:00:46 PM)
Hearts without true faith, hope and love are the poorest hearts of all, no matter how you dress
them up.
(Anonymous, 3/24/2012 4:30:47 PM)
Let us pray and work to Christianize the culture in entertainment, social life, family life and
at our work place. Amen.
(Anonymous, 3/24/2012 4:28:18 PM)
Lord I place all my pain and concerns in your hands and I know that you will honor my prayers
to separate M from the occultic people who are trying to drag him to hell and make him part of
their evil plans. I know you will hear my prayers that he will learn his Catholic faith in its
wholeness rather than the satanic counterfeit his family taught him. I know you will hear my
prayers that he will be given recovery from substance abuse and true domestic violence and
abuse in his home. He is possibly a victim of satanic ritutal abuse. I know you will honor
prayers to bring him to a safe and quiet place where he can learn his faith, rest from his
labors, and be safe from evildoers. Through Our Lady, St. Joseph, the nine choirs of angels,
and the Precious Blood of our Savior, I pray with all my might for my dear friend. Amen.
(Anonymous, 3/24/2012 4:06:11 PM)
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MP3 4 You
The internet ministry for PM is highlighting our downloadable tapes online. The Gospels of
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are featured as are The Acts of the Apostles Part 1 thru 4, 1
Corinthians Part 1 & 2, and Romans Parts 1-3, thru Revelation. Also available, many MP3 formatted
Audio tapes of most epistles in the bible and numerous 15 minute Bible studies by Fr. Al Lauer.
Take a moment and check the link below
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Small Christian Communities
We believe the Lord is calling us to build hundreds of more communities by raising up
leaders who will form communities
PM's Small Christian Community Network
Learn about the Communities in our Network
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Small Christian Community Resources
Introduction to Small Christian Community
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"Unless the Lord Build the House..." - Psalm 127:
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Building Small Christian Communities (Team Manual)
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Building Small Christian Communities (Guide Book)
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For more information contact: community@presentationministries.com
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Bible Telephone Line
New Technology for Bible Telephone Line Ministry
Local Numbers Double Practically Overnight!
The Bible Telephone Line (BTL) has been in operation for 19 years. Begun by Fr. Al
in 1991, it now continues with three teachers trained by him and by Presentation
Ministries. In cities where local numbers have been established, the BTL provides
callers with a short teaching on the readings for the daily Mass. It is available 24
hours a day and 7 days a week. Callers may also leave a short prayer request which
will be shared on the line with the other callers the next day.
** Please check these listings as a number of changes have been made.**
Akron, OH 330 344-9180
Baltimore, MD 443 529-8282
Bismarck, ND 701 595-5300
Boston, MA 508 591-0911
Cincinnati, OH 513 823-3111
Cleveland, OH 440 572-4366
Columbus, OH 614 210-3111
Detroit, MI 734 418-9101
Fort Worth, TX 817 203-3933
Indianapolis, IN 317 564-9292
Jupiter, FL 561 768-4321
Lexington, KY 859 554-1500
Long Island, NY 631 317-2200
Los Angeles, CA 323 984-7500
Louisville, KY 502 694-3131
Miami, FL 305 520-9922
Pittsburg, PA 412 228-0228
Phoenix, AZ 480 630-3999
St. Augustine, FL 904 414-4142
St Louis, MO 314 561-7411
San Diego, CA 619 272-6111
Toledo, OH 419 318-2211
Toronto, Ontario 647 723-9923
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Pope Benedict XVI, Shepherd of Truth
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Notable quotations from Pope Benedict XVI and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
EDUCATION IN JUSTICE AND PEACE
"BUILDING A FUTURE"
Attentiveness to young people and their concerns, the ability to listen to them and
appreciate them, is not merely something expedient; it represents a primary duty for society
as a whole, for the sake of building a future of justice and peace.
A TASK FOR ALL
It is a matter of communicating to young people an appreciation for the positive value of
life and of awakening in them a desire to spend their lives in the service of the Good. This
is a task which engages each of us personally.
"HOPE AND CONFIDENCE"
The Church looks to young people with hope and confidence; she encourages them to seek truth,
to defend the common good, to be open to the world around them and willing to see
"new things" (Is 42:9; 48:6).
(Source: Message for World Day of Peace, dated 12/8/2011)
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PM Ministry List
" The Lord works through PM in many different ways. Below you can find information about
some of our ministries.
Bible Institute
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Word Gifts Ministry
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John Paul Speaks
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My People Newspaper
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PM Newsletter
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Prophecies from Word Gifts Ministry
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St. John Bosco Youth Group
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2012 RETREATS
Online Registration
2012 RETREATS
Catholic Retreats
Discipleship Retreats at the Paul Jansen Discipleship Center
No retreats are scheduled at this time. Please check back for an updated schedule in the coming weeks.
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