Friday, February 28, 2014
James 5:9-12, Psalm 103:1-4, 8-9, 11-12, Mark 10:1-12
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JESUS LOVES THE DIVORCED
"Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her; and the woman who divorces her husband and marries another commits adultery." -Mark 10:11-12
Jesus does not believe in divorce, and He never will (see Heb 13:8). In fact, Jesus hates divorce (Mal 2:16). Of course, this does not mean that He hates those who are divorced. The very reason He hates divorce is because He loves those who are divorced and did not want to see them hurt by divorce.
The Church, as the body of Christ, has always been true to Jesus, the Head of the body, and has opposed divorce. In recent years, some denominations, not in full communion with the Catholic Church, have ignored Jesus' words forbidding divorce and second marriages. The Catholic Church has recognized that divorce is sometimes not the fault of divorced persons but something imposed on them by their spouses. In this case, those divorced are not rejecting Jesus' prohibition of divorce but are victims of injustice. The Catholic Church has also realized that not every marriage is a marriage by God's standards, and the Church's diocesan tribunals discern such marriage cases carefully and prayerfully. Therefore, the Church may discern that some second marriages are actually the first and only marriages by God's standards. However, individuals should not discern that for themselves. The Church alone has that responsibility.
Taking into account these clarifications, as Christians we must oppose divorce and second marriages. We must say, do, and love as Jesus does.
Prayer: Father, thank You for the divorced who have unilaterally been faithful to their marriage vows.
Promise: "You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and have seen what the Lord, Who is compassionate and merciful, did in the end." -Jas 5:11
Praise: Although her husband deserted her with two children, Rita, through God's grace, remained faithful to him and was able to care for him when he returned to her shortly before his death.
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Thursday, February 27, 2014
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Thursday, February 27, 2014
James 5:1-6, Psalm 49:14-20, Mark 9:41-50
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"If your foot is your undoing, cut it off!" -Mark 9:45
Jesus commands us to gouge out an eye or cut off a hand or foot under two circumstances. Jesus does not mean for us to literally maim ourselves, but He emphasizes that we should go to great extremes to resist temptations, especially temptations to sin sexually (Mt 5:28-29) or to oppose another's ministry (Mk 9:39-47).
Most of us are surprised by these emphases because we don't think an impure glance or a negative reaction to another's ministry the worst sins imaginable. However, we must lay aside our ideas and take on Jesus' priorities. We must not even mention or allude to sexual sin. Our "holiness forbids this" (Eph 5:3). In addition, we should never hinder, criticize, or gossip about the ministries of other Christians, even if they are from a different denomination or theological background. We must oppose heresies but always encourage those ministering in the name of Jesus, even if not of our company (Mk 9:38ff). We should be more willing to cut out our tongues and maim our physical bodies than to maim the body of Christ by saying a discouraging word about another Christian ministry.
Prayer: Father, may I maim my physical body before I would maim the body of Christ.
Promise: "God will redeem me from the power of the nether world by receiving me." -Ps 49:16
Praise: Theresa's quiet acceptance of her suffering transformed her nursing home.
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"If your foot is your undoing, cut it off!" -Mark 9:45
Jesus commands us to gouge out an eye or cut off a hand or foot under two circumstances. Jesus does not mean for us to literally maim ourselves, but He emphasizes that we should go to great extremes to resist temptations, especially temptations to sin sexually (Mt 5:28-29) or to oppose another's ministry (Mk 9:39-47).
Most of us are surprised by these emphases because we don't think an impure glance or a negative reaction to another's ministry the worst sins imaginable. However, we must lay aside our ideas and take on Jesus' priorities. We must not even mention or allude to sexual sin. Our "holiness forbids this" (Eph 5:3). In addition, we should never hinder, criticize, or gossip about the ministries of other Christians, even if they are from a different denomination or theological background. We must oppose heresies but always encourage those ministering in the name of Jesus, even if not of our company (Mk 9:38ff). We should be more willing to cut out our tongues and maim our physical bodies than to maim the body of Christ by saying a discouraging word about another Christian ministry.
Prayer: Father, may I maim my physical body before I would maim the body of Christ.
Promise: "God will redeem me from the power of the nether world by receiving me." -Ps 49:16
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Wednesday, February 26, 2014
HERE TODAY AND GONE TOMORROW - One Bread, One Body, 2/26/2014
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
James 4:13-17, Psalm 49:2-3, 6-11, Mark 9:38-40
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HERE TODAY AND GONE TOMORROW
"You have no idea what kind of life will be yours tomorrow." -James 4:14
Contrary to Scripture, most of us have many ideas about our lives tomorrow. We don't expect major changes. We certainly don't expect to die. We believe we're in control.
God's Word disagrees; it bluntly states: "You are a vapor that appears briefly and vanishes. Instead of saying, 'If the Lord wills it, we shall live to do this or that,' all you can do is make arrogant and pretentious claims" (Jas 4:14-16). We're just thinking like everybody else, and God's Word calls us "arrogant and pretentious."
The Lord wants us neither to rest on our laurels nor count on the future but live for the present. "Now is the acceptable time! Now is the day of salvation!" (2 Cor 6:2) We're not taking anything for granted. Life on earth is a gift, every heartbeat a grace. There's no guarantee that I will be able to finish writing this sentence, or you will be able to finish reading it. Our lives are fragile, precarious, and fleeting. Anything can happen at any time.
"Only in God is my soul at rest; from Him comes my salvation. He only is my Rock and my Salvation, my Stronghold; I shall not be disturbed at all" (Ps 62:2-3).
Prayer: Jesus, in a constantly changing world, You are my Rock, my Fortress, my Refuge (see Ps 18:3).
Promise: "No man who performs a miracle using My name can at the same time speak ill of Me." -Mk 9:39
Praise: Ronald committed as a young adult to pray daily for the conversion of six of his friends. Three of them converted within a year, two more converted within a decade, and the last one gave his life to Jesus many years later on his deathbed.
(For a related teaching, order our tape Am I Going to Heaven?" on audio AV 54-3 or video V-54.)
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James 4:13-17, Psalm 49:2-3, 6-11, Mark 9:38-40
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HERE TODAY AND GONE TOMORROW
"You have no idea what kind of life will be yours tomorrow." -James 4:14
Contrary to Scripture, most of us have many ideas about our lives tomorrow. We don't expect major changes. We certainly don't expect to die. We believe we're in control.
God's Word disagrees; it bluntly states: "You are a vapor that appears briefly and vanishes. Instead of saying, 'If the Lord wills it, we shall live to do this or that,' all you can do is make arrogant and pretentious claims" (Jas 4:14-16). We're just thinking like everybody else, and God's Word calls us "arrogant and pretentious."
The Lord wants us neither to rest on our laurels nor count on the future but live for the present. "Now is the acceptable time! Now is the day of salvation!" (2 Cor 6:2) We're not taking anything for granted. Life on earth is a gift, every heartbeat a grace. There's no guarantee that I will be able to finish writing this sentence, or you will be able to finish reading it. Our lives are fragile, precarious, and fleeting. Anything can happen at any time.
"Only in God is my soul at rest; from Him comes my salvation. He only is my Rock and my Salvation, my Stronghold; I shall not be disturbed at all" (Ps 62:2-3).
Prayer: Jesus, in a constantly changing world, You are my Rock, my Fortress, my Refuge (see Ps 18:3).
Promise: "No man who performs a miracle using My name can at the same time speak ill of Me." -Mk 9:39
Praise: Ronald committed as a young adult to pray daily for the conversion of six of his friends. Three of them converted within a year, two more converted within a decade, and the last one gave his life to Jesus many years later on his deathbed.
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Tuesday, February 25, 2014
FLESH BE GONE - One Bread, One Body, 2/25/2014
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
James 4:1-10, Psalm 55:7-11, 23, Mark 9:30-37
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FLESH BE GONE
"Is it not your inner cravings that make war within your members?" -James 4:1
Our inner cravings (Jas 4:1) for pleasures (Jas 4:3) and our prideful (Jas 4:6) friendship with the world (Jas 4:4) are the origins of the conflicts and disputes in our lives and in this world (Jas 4:1). "Therefore submit to God; resist the devil and he will take flight. Draw close to God, and He will draw close to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, you backsliders. Begin to lament, to mourn, and to weep; let your laughter be turned into mourning and your joy into sorrow. Be humbled in the sight of the Lord and He will raise you on high" (Jas 4:7-10).
This is not only the message for Lent next week, but also for life. "We lived at the level of the flesh, following every whim and fancy, and so by nature deserved God's wrath like the rest" (Eph 2:3), but "those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified their flesh with its passions and desires" (Gal 5:24). By God's grace and only by God's grace, we must "put on the Lord Jesus Christ and make no provision for the desires of the flesh" (Rm 13:14). "You are not to spend what remains of your earthly life on human desires but on the will of God. Already you have devoted enough time to what the pagans enjoy" (1 Pt 4:2-3).
Prayer: Jesus, if You set me free, I will truly be free (Jn 8:36).
Promise: "If anyone wishes to rank first, he must remain the last one of all and the servant of all." -Mk 9:35
Praise: For several decades, Linda has spent several weeks each summer organizing evangelistic missions to bring Jesus to rural Appalachia through the Legion of Mary.
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James 4:1-10, Psalm 55:7-11, 23, Mark 9:30-37
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FLESH BE GONE
"Is it not your inner cravings that make war within your members?" -James 4:1
Our inner cravings (Jas 4:1) for pleasures (Jas 4:3) and our prideful (Jas 4:6) friendship with the world (Jas 4:4) are the origins of the conflicts and disputes in our lives and in this world (Jas 4:1). "Therefore submit to God; resist the devil and he will take flight. Draw close to God, and He will draw close to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, you backsliders. Begin to lament, to mourn, and to weep; let your laughter be turned into mourning and your joy into sorrow. Be humbled in the sight of the Lord and He will raise you on high" (Jas 4:7-10).
This is not only the message for Lent next week, but also for life. "We lived at the level of the flesh, following every whim and fancy, and so by nature deserved God's wrath like the rest" (Eph 2:3), but "those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified their flesh with its passions and desires" (Gal 5:24). By God's grace and only by God's grace, we must "put on the Lord Jesus Christ and make no provision for the desires of the flesh" (Rm 13:14). "You are not to spend what remains of your earthly life on human desires but on the will of God. Already you have devoted enough time to what the pagans enjoy" (1 Pt 4:2-3).
Prayer: Jesus, if You set me free, I will truly be free (Jn 8:36).
Promise: "If anyone wishes to rank first, he must remain the last one of all and the servant of all." -Mk 9:35
Praise: For several decades, Linda has spent several weeks each summer organizing evangelistic missions to bring Jesus to rural Appalachia through the Legion of Mary.
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Monday, February 24, 2014
TRIPLE FAITH - One Bread, One Body, 2/24/2014
Monday, February 24, 2014
James 3:13-18, Psalm 19:8-10, 15, Mark 9:14-29
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TRIPLE FAITH
"I do believe! Help my lack of faith!" -Mark 9:24, our translation
The father of a demon-possessed son told Jesus that His disciples were not able to free his son. Jesus "replied by saying to the crowd, 'What an unbelieving lot you are! How long must I remain with you? How long can I endure you? Bring him to Me' " (Mk 9:19). Jesus indicated that the lack of faith of the crowd and His disciples prevented the boy from being freed. In other words, our faith, or lack of it, sometimes makes a big difference for other people. Look at how Jesus healed the paralytic after He saw the faith of the stretcher-bearers of the paralyzed man (Mk 2:5).
Jesus remarked not only about the lack of faith among His disciples and the assembled crowd. He also challenged the father of the demon-possessed boy to exercise his faith. Jesus said: "All things are possible to one who believes" (Mk 9:23, our transl). The father accepted Jesus' challenge and cried out: "I do believe! Help my lack of faith!" (Mk 9:24, our transl.) Thus, the faith of parents often makes a critical difference for their children.
Finally, we are all expected not only to depend on others' faith but to have faith ourselves. Jesus repeatedly says in the Gospels: "Your faith has saved you" (e.g. Mk 5:34). We are saved by grace through faith (see Eph 2:8). Unlike the faith that accepts God's healing, the faith accepting salvation can never be someone's else faith, but only our own faith.
In summary, we are responsible to have faith for ourselves, and often responsible to have faith for our families (especially our children) and faith for others. Be men and women of faith.
Prayer: Father, give me faith to move mountains (Mt 17:20), drive out demons, and conquer kingdoms (Heb 11:33).
Promise: "If one of you is wise and understanding, let him show this in practice through a humility filled with good sense." -Jas 3:13
Praise: When Mary went to a Bible study, her heart began to burn with a love of God's Word.
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James 3:13-18, Psalm 19:8-10, 15, Mark 9:14-29
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TRIPLE FAITH
"I do believe! Help my lack of faith!" -Mark 9:24, our translation
The father of a demon-possessed son told Jesus that His disciples were not able to free his son. Jesus "replied by saying to the crowd, 'What an unbelieving lot you are! How long must I remain with you? How long can I endure you? Bring him to Me' " (Mk 9:19). Jesus indicated that the lack of faith of the crowd and His disciples prevented the boy from being freed. In other words, our faith, or lack of it, sometimes makes a big difference for other people. Look at how Jesus healed the paralytic after He saw the faith of the stretcher-bearers of the paralyzed man (Mk 2:5).
Jesus remarked not only about the lack of faith among His disciples and the assembled crowd. He also challenged the father of the demon-possessed boy to exercise his faith. Jesus said: "All things are possible to one who believes" (Mk 9:23, our transl). The father accepted Jesus' challenge and cried out: "I do believe! Help my lack of faith!" (Mk 9:24, our transl.) Thus, the faith of parents often makes a critical difference for their children.
Finally, we are all expected not only to depend on others' faith but to have faith ourselves. Jesus repeatedly says in the Gospels: "Your faith has saved you" (e.g. Mk 5:34). We are saved by grace through faith (see Eph 2:8). Unlike the faith that accepts God's healing, the faith accepting salvation can never be someone's else faith, but only our own faith.
In summary, we are responsible to have faith for ourselves, and often responsible to have faith for our families (especially our children) and faith for others. Be men and women of faith.
Prayer: Father, give me faith to move mountains (Mt 17:20), drive out demons, and conquer kingdoms (Heb 11:33).
Promise: "If one of you is wise and understanding, let him show this in practice through a humility filled with good sense." -Jas 3:13
Praise: When Mary went to a Bible study, her heart began to burn with a love of God's Word.
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Sunday, February 23, 2014
PM eNewsletter The 7th Sunday of ordinary time
February 23rd Seventh Sunday in ordinary time
This week, oh! Christ, as Your church celebrates the feast of the "Chair of St. Peter".
Help us to always give total allegiance to Rome and the heirarchal structure that
makes up Your church.
Help us to be faithful to all the teachings that have been handed down through
the ages.
Lord, grace us to read and know the catechism of the Catholic church, so that
we will know what to believe and why the church teaches what it does.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
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Sunday TURN THE OTHER CHEEK
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"But what I say to you is: offer no resistance to injury." -Matthew 5:39
Jesus sounds so naive. Everybody knows we must resist injury. Jesus says that after we've
been hit on one cheek, we should turn the other. We'll get killed if we take His advice.
However, the Sermon on the Mount is not "advice"; it is the Lord's command. Yet we
rationalize that Jesus' message in the Sermon on the Mount is poetic, symbolic, anything but
literal.
Sometimes Jesus does not speak literally, as when He said to gouge out our eye (Mt 5:29). So
we're tempted to assume the Sermon on the Mount, especially this part of it, must not be
literal. However, Jesus did literally turn the other cheek, hand over His garments and walk
the extra mile (Mt 5:39-41), even up Mount Calvary to be crucified.
If we deny that the Sermon on the Mount is literal, we may be denying that we must imitate
the crucified Christ. Jesus is literally calling us to a radically different lifestyle.
Following Jesus is not just a modification of a worldly life but an utterly new way to live.
Will you decide to be a Christian on Jesus' terms - not as other people are, not as you want,
but as He wills? Accept the Preacher and the preaching of the Sermon on the Mount.
Prayer: Jesus, it's impossible to be a Christian without Your constant amazing grace. Pour
out the Holy Spirit upon me (Rm 5:5) and give me the grace to receive in docility.
Promise: "For the wisdom of this world is absurdity with God." -1 Cor 3:19
Praise: Praise the risen Jesus, the only Way to the Father (Jn 14:6). Alleluia!
Monday TRIPLE FAITH
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For my brother Tim who is celebrating a birthday today. Thank You Jesus for such a sweet,
caring brother. Amen.
(Regina, 2/22/2014 8:31:46 PM)
For the special intentions of the B.A. family.
(Anonymous, Missouri, 2/22/2014 8:24:55 PM)
I kindly request you to pray for my husband, Dennis, who is going to give his medical
license exam on the 1st of March. He has had several failed attempts. His passion is to
work as a doctor.
(Candice, United Arab Emirates, 2/22/2014 4:04:09 PM)
UPDATED PRAYER REQUEST! 3PM"HOUR OF MERCY." Feb.22,2014. Dear Community of Prayer, Thank
you for standing with us in daily prayer in our long dark night of the soul! Never the less,
We continue to stay at our Post in Faith and Hope in the Recovery Process! Slow Recovery
from the Death of Our Only Son & Other(Relief from severe financial misery,health issues,
losses and deaths..)Sorrows... Please continue to pray with us daily(Feb.22.March.. Lent..
Easter..2014,15.. or as long as possible?) for God's Healing & Protecting Peace! Pass on to
the Nuns,Sisters, Prayer Groups,Prayer Chains,Parishes,Churches & Other Communities of
Prayer that you know of in the Worldwide Community of Prayer? URGENT!! Long Term? Through
out 2014 or as long as possible?? Thank you for your patience and daily prayers in our long
struggle to God's Peace, Recovery and Eternal Rest! Bill and Carol. usa PS. We will keep you
all in our daily prayers!
(Bill and Carol, Broken & Exhausted Hearts..., United States, 2/22/2014 3:27:53 PM)
Heavenly Father thank you for all the Blessings,please guide us with your Holy spirit as we
go along with our work.Lord thank so much for the wonderful life.bless our family and other
family.we ask this through Christ our Lord.Amen
(antang, 2/22/2014 3:22:49 PM)
For S, may she be with the Angels and the Saints, she had such an impact on my life and made
me believe in the goodness that comes from God.
(Anonymous, 2/22/2014 1:36:49 PM)
For a lasting peace in Ukraine and for the world's nations to insure for a peaceful process
as Ukraine grows into to a stable and responsible nation. Amen.
(Anonymous, 2/22/2014 1:24:43 PM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
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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
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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:
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/UnlessTheLordBuild.asp
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.**
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Toledo, OH 419-318-2211
Toronto, ON CAN 647-723-9923
Ottawa, ON CAN 613-694-1257
Charlotte, NC 704-594-4811
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Pope Francis, Shepherd of Truth
http://presentationministries.com/pope/fst2014-01.asp?navlink=latest
Notable quotations from Pope Francis and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
THE GIFT OF LIFE
REALISM AND FRUITFULNESS
Those who let themselves by led by the Holy Spirit are realists, they know how to survey
and assess reality. They are also fruitful; their lives bring new life to birth all around
them.
THE WAY TO FREEDOM AND LIFE
... Let us look to God as the God of Life, let us look to His law, to the Gospel message,
as the way to freedom and life.
SAY "YES" TO GOD
... Let us say "Yes" to the God who is the Living One and the Merciful One. Only faith in
the Living God saves us: in the God who in Jesus Christ has given us His own life by the
gift of the Holy spirit and has made it possible to live as true sons and daughters of God
through His mercy. This faith brings us freedom and happiness.
(Source: Homily for "Evangelium Vitae" Day, June 16, 2013)
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" The Lord works through PM in many different ways. Below you can find information about
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St. John Bosco Youth Group
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· The New Evangelization: Nothing is Impossible for God (May 2-4)
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This week, oh! Christ, as Your church celebrates the feast of the "Chair of St. Peter".
Help us to always give total allegiance to Rome and the heirarchal structure that
makes up Your church.
Help us to be faithful to all the teachings that have been handed down through
the ages.
Lord, grace us to read and know the catechism of the Catholic church, so that
we will know what to believe and why the church teaches what it does.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday TURN THE OTHER CHEEK
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=2/23/2014
"But what I say to you is: offer no resistance to injury." -Matthew 5:39
Jesus sounds so naive. Everybody knows we must resist injury. Jesus says that after we've
been hit on one cheek, we should turn the other. We'll get killed if we take His advice.
However, the Sermon on the Mount is not "advice"; it is the Lord's command. Yet we
rationalize that Jesus' message in the Sermon on the Mount is poetic, symbolic, anything but
literal.
Sometimes Jesus does not speak literally, as when He said to gouge out our eye (Mt 5:29). So
we're tempted to assume the Sermon on the Mount, especially this part of it, must not be
literal. However, Jesus did literally turn the other cheek, hand over His garments and walk
the extra mile (Mt 5:39-41), even up Mount Calvary to be crucified.
If we deny that the Sermon on the Mount is literal, we may be denying that we must imitate
the crucified Christ. Jesus is literally calling us to a radically different lifestyle.
Following Jesus is not just a modification of a worldly life but an utterly new way to live.
Will you decide to be a Christian on Jesus' terms - not as other people are, not as you want,
but as He wills? Accept the Preacher and the preaching of the Sermon on the Mount.
Prayer: Jesus, it's impossible to be a Christian without Your constant amazing grace. Pour
out the Holy Spirit upon me (Rm 5:5) and give me the grace to receive in docility.
Promise: "For the wisdom of this world is absurdity with God." -1 Cor 3:19
Praise: Praise the risen Jesus, the only Way to the Father (Jn 14:6). Alleluia!
Monday TRIPLE FAITH
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"I do believe! Help my lack of faith!" -Mark 9:24, our translation
Tuesday FLESH BE GONE
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"Is it not your inner cravings that make war within your members?" -James 4:1
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Seek First the Kingdom (Mt. 6:33)
"Repent! The kingdom of God is at hand!" -Mk 1:15, our translation
Jesus told us to present His gospel by proclaiming that the kingdom
of God is at hand (Mt 10:7). He commanded us to seek first His
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· The Secret of Fasting
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
For my brother Tim who is celebrating a birthday today. Thank You Jesus for such a sweet,
caring brother. Amen.
(Regina, 2/22/2014 8:31:46 PM)
For the special intentions of the B.A. family.
(Anonymous, Missouri, 2/22/2014 8:24:55 PM)
I kindly request you to pray for my husband, Dennis, who is going to give his medical
license exam on the 1st of March. He has had several failed attempts. His passion is to
work as a doctor.
(Candice, United Arab Emirates, 2/22/2014 4:04:09 PM)
UPDATED PRAYER REQUEST! 3PM"HOUR OF MERCY." Feb.22,2014. Dear Community of Prayer, Thank
you for standing with us in daily prayer in our long dark night of the soul! Never the less,
We continue to stay at our Post in Faith and Hope in the Recovery Process! Slow Recovery
from the Death of Our Only Son & Other(Relief from severe financial misery,health issues,
losses and deaths..)Sorrows... Please continue to pray with us daily(Feb.22.March.. Lent..
Easter..2014,15.. or as long as possible?) for God's Healing & Protecting Peace! Pass on to
the Nuns,Sisters, Prayer Groups,Prayer Chains,Parishes,Churches & Other Communities of
Prayer that you know of in the Worldwide Community of Prayer? URGENT!! Long Term? Through
out 2014 or as long as possible?? Thank you for your patience and daily prayers in our long
struggle to God's Peace, Recovery and Eternal Rest! Bill and Carol. usa PS. We will keep you
all in our daily prayers!
(Bill and Carol, Broken & Exhausted Hearts..., United States, 2/22/2014 3:27:53 PM)
Heavenly Father thank you for all the Blessings,please guide us with your Holy spirit as we
go along with our work.Lord thank so much for the wonderful life.bless our family and other
family.we ask this through Christ our Lord.Amen
(antang, 2/22/2014 3:22:49 PM)
For S, may she be with the Angels and the Saints, she had such an impact on my life and made
me believe in the goodness that comes from God.
(Anonymous, 2/22/2014 1:36:49 PM)
For a lasting peace in Ukraine and for the world's nations to insure for a peaceful process
as Ukraine grows into to a stable and responsible nation. Amen.
(Anonymous, 2/22/2014 1:24:43 PM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
________________________________________________
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
http://presentationministries.com/tapes/tape.asp?pubID=269
________________________________________________
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
http://presentationministries.com/community/hbcNetwork.asp
Small Christian Community Resources
Introduction to Small Christian Community
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/IntroCommunity.asp
"Unless the Lord Build the House..." - Psalm 127:
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/UnlessTheLordBuild.asp
Building Small Christian Communities (Team Manual)
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/CommunityManual.asp
Building Small Christian Communities (Guide Book)
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/CommunityGuidebook.asp
For more information contact: community@presentationministries.com
________________________________________________
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
Ft. 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
Perryville, MO 573-513-8411
Putnam, CT 860-821-0411
Phoenix, AZ 480-630-3999
Pittsburgh, PA 412-228-0228
San Diego 619-272-6111
St. Augustine,FL 904-414-4142
St. Louis, MO 314-561-7411
Toledo, OH 419-318-2211
Toronto, ON CAN 647-723-9923
Ottawa, ON CAN 613-694-1257
Charlotte, NC 704-594-4811
________________________________________________
Listen Online!
Inspired teaching on the daily Scripture readings of the Catholic Church by Fr. Al Lauer
Best of Daily Bread Radio Program
http://www.presentationministries.com/dbread/dbread.asp
________________________________________________
Pope Francis, Shepherd of Truth
http://presentationministries.com/pope/fst2014-01.asp?navlink=latest
Notable quotations from Pope Francis and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
THE GIFT OF LIFE
REALISM AND FRUITFULNESS
Those who let themselves by led by the Holy Spirit are realists, they know how to survey
and assess reality. They are also fruitful; their lives bring new life to birth all around
them.
THE WAY TO FREEDOM AND LIFE
... Let us look to God as the God of Life, let us look to His law, to the Gospel message,
as the way to freedom and life.
SAY "YES" TO GOD
... Let us say "Yes" to the God who is the Living One and the Merciful One. Only faith in
the Living God saves us: in the God who in Jesus Christ has given us His own life by the
gift of the Holy spirit and has made it possible to live as true sons and daughters of God
through His mercy. This faith brings us freedom and happiness.
(Source: Homily for "Evangelium Vitae" Day, June 16, 2013)
http://presentationministries.com/pope/fst2014-01.asp?navlink=latest
________________________________________________
PM Ministry List
" The Lord works through PM in many different ways. Below you can find information about
some of our ministries.
Bible Institute
http://presentationministries.com/bibleinst/bi2005Home.asp
Word Gifts Ministry
http://presentationministries.com/general/prophecies.asp
My People Newspaper
http://presentationministries.com/mypeople/mypeople24-1.asp?navlink=latest
PM Newsletter
http://presentationministries.com/newsletter/newsletter12-1.asp?navlink=latest
Prophecies from Word Gifts Ministry
http://presentationministries.com/general/prophecies.asp
St. John Bosco Youth Group
http://youth.presentationministries.com/
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2014 RETREATS
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2014 RETREATS
· Women's Retreat: "Clothed with Strength and Dignity": Living in the Primacy of Grace (Mar 8)
· Close Encounters of the REAL Kind: the Seven Sacraments of Life (Apr 4-6)
· The New Evangelization: Nothing is Impossible for God (May 2-4)
Can you help us with the construction of the new Chapel and Retreat Center?
http://presentationministries.com/pjdc/chapel.asp
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TURN THE OTHER CHEEK - One Bread, One Body, 2/23/2014
Sunday, February 23, 2014, 7th Sunday Ordinary Time
Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18, 1 Corinthians 3:16-23, Psalm 103:1-4, 8, 10, 12-13, Matthew 5:38-48
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/022314.cfm
TURN THE OTHER CHEEK
"But what I say to you is: offer no resistance to injury." -Matthew 5:39
Jesus sounds so naive. Everybody knows we must resist injury. Jesus says that after we've been hit on one cheek, we should turn the other. We'll get killed if we take His advice. However, the Sermon on the Mount is not "advice"; it is the Lord's command. Yet we rationalize that Jesus' message in the Sermon on the Mount is poetic, symbolic, anything but literal.
Sometimes Jesus does not speak literally, as when He said to gouge out our eye (Mt 5:29). So we're tempted to assume the Sermon on the Mount, especially this part of it, must not be literal. However, Jesus did literally turn the other cheek, hand over His garments and walk the extra mile (Mt 5:39-41), even up Mount Calvary to be crucified.
If we deny that the Sermon on the Mount is literal, we may be denying that we must imitate the crucified Christ. Jesus is literally calling us to a radically different lifestyle. Following Jesus is not just a modification of a worldly life but an utterly new way to live.
Will you decide to be a Christian on Jesus' terms - not as other people are, not as you want, but as He wills? Accept the Preacher and the preaching of the Sermon on the Mount.
Prayer: Jesus, it's impossible to be a Christian without Your constant amazing grace. Pour out the Holy Spirit upon me (Rm 5:5) and give me the grace to receive in docility.
Promise: "For the wisdom of this world is absurdity with God." -1 Cor 3:19
Praise: Praise the risen Jesus, the only Way to the Father (Jn 14:6). Alleluia!
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?Most Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, August 8, 2013
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Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18, 1 Corinthians 3:16-23, Psalm 103:1-4, 8, 10, 12-13, Matthew 5:38-48
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/022314.cfm
TURN THE OTHER CHEEK
"But what I say to you is: offer no resistance to injury." -Matthew 5:39
Jesus sounds so naive. Everybody knows we must resist injury. Jesus says that after we've been hit on one cheek, we should turn the other. We'll get killed if we take His advice. However, the Sermon on the Mount is not "advice"; it is the Lord's command. Yet we rationalize that Jesus' message in the Sermon on the Mount is poetic, symbolic, anything but literal.
Sometimes Jesus does not speak literally, as when He said to gouge out our eye (Mt 5:29). So we're tempted to assume the Sermon on the Mount, especially this part of it, must not be literal. However, Jesus did literally turn the other cheek, hand over His garments and walk the extra mile (Mt 5:39-41), even up Mount Calvary to be crucified.
If we deny that the Sermon on the Mount is literal, we may be denying that we must imitate the crucified Christ. Jesus is literally calling us to a radically different lifestyle. Following Jesus is not just a modification of a worldly life but an utterly new way to live.
Will you decide to be a Christian on Jesus' terms - not as other people are, not as you want, but as He wills? Accept the Preacher and the preaching of the Sermon on the Mount.
Prayer: Jesus, it's impossible to be a Christian without Your constant amazing grace. Pour out the Holy Spirit upon me (Rm 5:5) and give me the grace to receive in docility.
Promise: "For the wisdom of this world is absurdity with God." -1 Cor 3:19
Praise: Praise the risen Jesus, the only Way to the Father (Jn 14:6). Alleluia!
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Rescript: In accord with the "Code of Canon Law", I hereby grant my permission to publish "One Bread, One Body" covering the period from February 1, 2014 through March 31, 2014
?Most Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, August 8, 2013
The rescript is a declaration that a book or pamphlet is considered to be free of doctrinal or moral error. It is not implied that those who have granted ecclesial permission agree with the contents, opinions, or statements expressed.
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Saturday, February 22, 2014
"I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY, CATHOLIC CHURCH" - One Bread, One Body, 2/22/2014
Saturday, February 22, 2014, Chair of St. Peter
1 Peter 5:1-4, Psalm 23:1-6, Matthew 16:13-19
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/022214.cfm
"I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY, CATHOLIC CHURCH"
"On this rock I will build My church, and the jaws of death shall not prevail against it." -Matthew 16:18
At the Masses of Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday, all the Catholics of the world will be asked to renew their baptismal promises. The last of the baptismal promises is: "Do you believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy, catholic Church?", etc. When we renew our baptismal promises, we acknowledge that we were baptized in one Spirit into one body, the Church (1 Cor 12:13). In baptism, we have committed ourselves to remain faithful to one another as members of the body of Christ. Thus, we are obligated to celebrate Mass each Sunday with the other members of Christ's body, and to go to Confession annually to be reconciled with the Church. We must also pray for, support, serve, and obey the Church. Moreover, it is not an option for a Catholic to join another Christian denomination or religion. This would be denying our baptismal promises.
Do you love the Church as Jesus loves the Church? If you are to make the last baptismal promise, you must be willing to lay down your life for her (Eph 5:25). In baptism, we have made the commitment to love the Church unconditionally, even when it is most unlovable. This is humanly impossible, but the Holy Spirit, Who birthed the Church, will give us the grace to love the Church. In the power of the Spirit, love the Church and live the new life through baptism.
Prayer: Father, may I grieve over those who have left the Church. Give me confidence that You will lead them back.
Promise: "God's flock is in your midst; give it a shepherd's care. Watch over it willingly as God would have you do, not under constraint; and not for shameful profit either, but generously." -1 Pt 5:2
Praise: St. Peter imitated Jesus in his ministry and in crucifixion, leaving a strong example for later popes (see 1 Pt 2:21ff).
(For related teaching, order our leaflet, "Lent and the Renewal of Our Baptismal Promises.")
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1 Peter 5:1-4, Psalm 23:1-6, Matthew 16:13-19
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"I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY, CATHOLIC CHURCH"
"On this rock I will build My church, and the jaws of death shall not prevail against it." -Matthew 16:18
At the Masses of Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday, all the Catholics of the world will be asked to renew their baptismal promises. The last of the baptismal promises is: "Do you believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy, catholic Church?", etc. When we renew our baptismal promises, we acknowledge that we were baptized in one Spirit into one body, the Church (1 Cor 12:13). In baptism, we have committed ourselves to remain faithful to one another as members of the body of Christ. Thus, we are obligated to celebrate Mass each Sunday with the other members of Christ's body, and to go to Confession annually to be reconciled with the Church. We must also pray for, support, serve, and obey the Church. Moreover, it is not an option for a Catholic to join another Christian denomination or religion. This would be denying our baptismal promises.
Do you love the Church as Jesus loves the Church? If you are to make the last baptismal promise, you must be willing to lay down your life for her (Eph 5:25). In baptism, we have made the commitment to love the Church unconditionally, even when it is most unlovable. This is humanly impossible, but the Holy Spirit, Who birthed the Church, will give us the grace to love the Church. In the power of the Spirit, love the Church and live the new life through baptism.
Prayer: Father, may I grieve over those who have left the Church. Give me confidence that You will lead them back.
Promise: "God's flock is in your midst; give it a shepherd's care. Watch over it willingly as God would have you do, not under constraint; and not for shameful profit either, but generously." -1 Pt 5:2
Praise: St. Peter imitated Jesus in his ministry and in crucifixion, leaving a strong example for later popes (see 1 Pt 2:21ff).
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Friday, February 21, 2014
READY OR NOT - One Bread, One Body, 2/21/2014
Friday, February 21, 2014, St. Peter Damian
James 2:14-24, 26, Psalm 112:1-6, Mark 8:34-9:1
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READY OR NOT
"If anyone in this faithless and corrupt age is ashamed of Me and My doctrine, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes with the holy angels in His Father's glory." -Mark 8:38
The Lord is well aware that He sends us forth to witness in an unfavorable and even hostile situation, to a "faithless and corrupt age." Nonetheless, He challenges us to boldly proclaim Him and His teaching. If we let ourselves be intimidated by negative circumstances, Jesus will be ashamed of us "when He comes with the holy angels in His Father's glory" (Mk 8:38).
This takes away one of our best excuses for not being Jesus' witnesses. We rationalize not speaking up for Jesus because the people in a particular situation are not open or ready for the Gospel. However, the Gospel itself opens people to the Gospel. People don't need to be ready for it, but we need to be ready for them by obeying Jesus.
Jesus sent His disciples to proclaim the Gospel to all creation (Mk 16:15). They did not "pick their spots." They were not reacting to circumstances, but the circumstances were reacting to them. We don't have to inform the Lord about how hard and resistant are the hearts of those to whom He sends us. He knows the situation.
Our job is to obey Him. His job is to open people's hearts, save them, and lead them into everlasting life. Therefore, in Jesus' name go with the Gospel to all people, even to the "faithless and corrupt."
Prayer: Father, may my heart overflow with love for You, and may I speak from the abundance of my heart (Lk 6:45).
Promise: "You must perceive that a person is justified by his works and not by faith alone." -Jas 2:24
Praise: St. Peter Damian was an orphan who later became an international peacemaker. "Blessed too the peacemakers; they shall be called sons of God" (Mt 5:9).
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James 2:14-24, 26, Psalm 112:1-6, Mark 8:34-9:1
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READY OR NOT
"If anyone in this faithless and corrupt age is ashamed of Me and My doctrine, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes with the holy angels in His Father's glory." -Mark 8:38
The Lord is well aware that He sends us forth to witness in an unfavorable and even hostile situation, to a "faithless and corrupt age." Nonetheless, He challenges us to boldly proclaim Him and His teaching. If we let ourselves be intimidated by negative circumstances, Jesus will be ashamed of us "when He comes with the holy angels in His Father's glory" (Mk 8:38).
This takes away one of our best excuses for not being Jesus' witnesses. We rationalize not speaking up for Jesus because the people in a particular situation are not open or ready for the Gospel. However, the Gospel itself opens people to the Gospel. People don't need to be ready for it, but we need to be ready for them by obeying Jesus.
Jesus sent His disciples to proclaim the Gospel to all creation (Mk 16:15). They did not "pick their spots." They were not reacting to circumstances, but the circumstances were reacting to them. We don't have to inform the Lord about how hard and resistant are the hearts of those to whom He sends us. He knows the situation.
Our job is to obey Him. His job is to open people's hearts, save them, and lead them into everlasting life. Therefore, in Jesus' name go with the Gospel to all people, even to the "faithless and corrupt."
Prayer: Father, may my heart overflow with love for You, and may I speak from the abundance of my heart (Lk 6:45).
Promise: "You must perceive that a person is justified by his works and not by faith alone." -Jas 2:24
Praise: St. Peter Damian was an orphan who later became an international peacemaker. "Blessed too the peacemakers; they shall be called sons of God" (Mt 5:9).
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Thursday, February 20, 2014
FLUNKING THE THIRD GRADE? - One Bread, One Body, 2/20/2014
Thursday, February 20, 2014
James 2:1-9, Psalm 34:2-7, Mark 8:27-33
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FLUNKING THE THIRD GRADE?
"He began to teach them that the Son of Man had to suffer much." -Mark 8:31
The first grade in the school of Jesus is concerned with Jesus' question: "Who do people say that I am?" (Mk 8:27) In the second grade, Jesus asks each of us personally: "You...who do you say that I am?" (Mk 8:29) To answer this question properly, we must not only have knowledge of Jesus but also total faith in Him as Messiah and Lord (Mk 8:29). In the third grade, Jesus brings up the cross. Again, this is not merely a matter for discussion; it is a radical decision to live a new life of love. "Jesus said to all: 'Whoever wishes to be My follower must deny his very self, take up his cross each day, and follow in My steps. Whoever would save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for My sake will save it' " (Lk 9:23-24).
Peter flunked the third grade. He wanted a cross-less Christianity. Jesus temporarily expelled Peter from school, saying to him: "Get out of My sight, you satan!" (Mk 8:33)
After denying Christ three times, Peter cried tears of repentance (Lk 22:62) and finally got back into the third grade. Eventually, Peter was crucified himself. He made the grade, graduated, and rose into the everlasting happiness of heaven.
What grade are you in? Have you flunked out? Will you repent? Will you graduate? Give your life totally to the crucified and risen Messiah and Lord.
Prayer: Jesus, I believe in You - Messiah, Lord, and God!
Promise: "Did not God choose those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom He promised to those who love Him?" -Jas 2:5
Praise: Every Holy Thursday, Pete leads each of the shifts in his plant in prayers and devotions.
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James 2:1-9, Psalm 34:2-7, Mark 8:27-33
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FLUNKING THE THIRD GRADE?
"He began to teach them that the Son of Man had to suffer much." -Mark 8:31
The first grade in the school of Jesus is concerned with Jesus' question: "Who do people say that I am?" (Mk 8:27) In the second grade, Jesus asks each of us personally: "You...who do you say that I am?" (Mk 8:29) To answer this question properly, we must not only have knowledge of Jesus but also total faith in Him as Messiah and Lord (Mk 8:29). In the third grade, Jesus brings up the cross. Again, this is not merely a matter for discussion; it is a radical decision to live a new life of love. "Jesus said to all: 'Whoever wishes to be My follower must deny his very self, take up his cross each day, and follow in My steps. Whoever would save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for My sake will save it' " (Lk 9:23-24).
Peter flunked the third grade. He wanted a cross-less Christianity. Jesus temporarily expelled Peter from school, saying to him: "Get out of My sight, you satan!" (Mk 8:33)
After denying Christ three times, Peter cried tears of repentance (Lk 22:62) and finally got back into the third grade. Eventually, Peter was crucified himself. He made the grade, graduated, and rose into the everlasting happiness of heaven.
What grade are you in? Have you flunked out? Will you repent? Will you graduate? Give your life totally to the crucified and risen Messiah and Lord.
Prayer: Jesus, I believe in You - Messiah, Lord, and God!
Promise: "Did not God choose those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom He promised to those who love Him?" -Jas 2:5
Praise: Every Holy Thursday, Pete leads each of the shifts in his plant in prayers and devotions.
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Wednesday, February 19, 2014
THE SECOND TIME AROUND - One Bread, One Body, 2/19/2014
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
James 1:19-27, Psalm 15:2-5, Mark 8:22-26
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THE SECOND TIME AROUND
"A second time Jesus laid hands on His eyes." -Mark 8:25
Jesus took the blind man outside the village, put spittle on his eyes, "laid His hands on him, and asked, 'Can you see anything?' The man opened his eyes and said, 'I can see people but they look like walking trees!' Then a second time Jesus laid hands on his eyes, and he saw perfectly; his sight was restored and he could see everything clearly" (Mk 8:23-25).
Is your spiritual sight clouded? Jesus may have already laid His hands on you through Baptism and Confirmation, but you still may be out of touch with reality. We Christians may be even blind to being blind - having blinded ourselves by sin (Is 29:9; 1 Jn 2:11). Like the blind man in today's Gospel reading, we need Jesus to lay hands on us a second time. We need a renewal of our Baptisms and Confirmations. We need to confess our sins in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Then our spiritual sight will be restored (Mk 8:25). We will "see everything clearly" and perfectly (Mk 8:25). We will more clearly see Jesus' will for us, and eventually see Him face to face in the eternal light of heaven (1 Cor 13:12). Come to Jesus a second time.
Prayer: Father, I will not stay another moment in sin. I will walk in Your light (1 Jn 1:7).
Promise: "Looking after orphans and widows in their distress and keeping oneself unspotted by the world make for pure worship without stain before our God and Father." -Jas 1:27
Praise: Juanita regularly gives large amounts of money to finance the spread of the gospel.
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James 1:19-27, Psalm 15:2-5, Mark 8:22-26
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THE SECOND TIME AROUND
"A second time Jesus laid hands on His eyes." -Mark 8:25
Jesus took the blind man outside the village, put spittle on his eyes, "laid His hands on him, and asked, 'Can you see anything?' The man opened his eyes and said, 'I can see people but they look like walking trees!' Then a second time Jesus laid hands on his eyes, and he saw perfectly; his sight was restored and he could see everything clearly" (Mk 8:23-25).
Is your spiritual sight clouded? Jesus may have already laid His hands on you through Baptism and Confirmation, but you still may be out of touch with reality. We Christians may be even blind to being blind - having blinded ourselves by sin (Is 29:9; 1 Jn 2:11). Like the blind man in today's Gospel reading, we need Jesus to lay hands on us a second time. We need a renewal of our Baptisms and Confirmations. We need to confess our sins in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Then our spiritual sight will be restored (Mk 8:25). We will "see everything clearly" and perfectly (Mk 8:25). We will more clearly see Jesus' will for us, and eventually see Him face to face in the eternal light of heaven (1 Cor 13:12). Come to Jesus a second time.
Prayer: Father, I will not stay another moment in sin. I will walk in Your light (1 Jn 1:7).
Promise: "Looking after orphans and widows in their distress and keeping oneself unspotted by the world make for pure worship without stain before our God and Father." -Jas 1:27
Praise: Juanita regularly gives large amounts of money to finance the spread of the gospel.
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Tuesday, February 18, 2014
CARE-FREE IN JESUS' COMFORT - One Bread, One Body, 2/18/2014
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
James 1:12-18, Psalm 94:12-15, 18-19, Mark 8:14-21
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CARE-FREE IN JESUS' COMFORT
"When cares abound within me, Your comfort gladdens my soul." -Psalm 94:19
Jesus taught that one of the problems preventing people from understanding the Word of God is the cares and anxieties of this world. These many cares invade our mind and choke the Word in us, which then bears no fruit (Mk 4:19). Many of us are like Martha. We work hard and take responsibility for our actions. However, we "are anxious and upset about many things" (Lk 10:41). The cares of this world do not stop; they bombard us relentlessly.
Today's psalm response is great advice for living amidst a myriad of cares. "When cares abound within" us, we are to focus on God and the comfort that He offers (Ps 94:19; see also Is 40:1). God's comfort gladdens our soul, particularly when cares pile up. His Word commands us: "Cast all your cares on Him because He cares for you" (1 Pt 5:7). However, we must turn to God, not to the cares.
You can't hold onto both your cares and His comfort. Cast your cares at the feet of Jesus, and do not reel them back in. Your cares won't make you glad, but His comfort definitely will.
Prayer: Father, I know that my fears about my problems and cares are useless (Mk 5:36). "Help my lack of trust" (Mk 9:24) so that I may embrace Your comfort and never let it go.
Promise: "Every worthwhile gift, every genuine benefit comes from above, descending from the Father." -Jas 1:17
Praise: Fr. Bernard is blind. However, Jesus opens his eyes daily just before he celebrates the Mass. After Mass, he is once again unable to see.
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James 1:12-18, Psalm 94:12-15, 18-19, Mark 8:14-21
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CARE-FREE IN JESUS' COMFORT
"When cares abound within me, Your comfort gladdens my soul." -Psalm 94:19
Jesus taught that one of the problems preventing people from understanding the Word of God is the cares and anxieties of this world. These many cares invade our mind and choke the Word in us, which then bears no fruit (Mk 4:19). Many of us are like Martha. We work hard and take responsibility for our actions. However, we "are anxious and upset about many things" (Lk 10:41). The cares of this world do not stop; they bombard us relentlessly.
Today's psalm response is great advice for living amidst a myriad of cares. "When cares abound within" us, we are to focus on God and the comfort that He offers (Ps 94:19; see also Is 40:1). God's comfort gladdens our soul, particularly when cares pile up. His Word commands us: "Cast all your cares on Him because He cares for you" (1 Pt 5:7). However, we must turn to God, not to the cares.
You can't hold onto both your cares and His comfort. Cast your cares at the feet of Jesus, and do not reel them back in. Your cares won't make you glad, but His comfort definitely will.
Prayer: Father, I know that my fears about my problems and cares are useless (Mk 5:36). "Help my lack of trust" (Mk 9:24) so that I may embrace Your comfort and never let it go.
Promise: "Every worthwhile gift, every genuine benefit comes from above, descending from the Father." -Jas 1:17
Praise: Fr. Bernard is blind. However, Jesus opens his eyes daily just before he celebrates the Mass. After Mass, he is once again unable to see.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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Monday, February 17, 2014
DIVINE MERCY IN DIVINE FRUSTRATION - One Bread, One Body, 2/17/2014
Monday, February 17, 2014, Founders of the, Order of Servites
James 1:1-11, Psalm 119:67-68, 71-72, 75-76, Mark 8:11-13
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DIVINE MERCY IN DIVINE FRUSTRATION
"With a sigh from the depths of His spirit He said, 'Why does this age seek a sign?' " -Mark 8:12
Jesus drove out demons, cured the leprous; healed the paralyzed, handicapped, hemorrhaging, and deaf; raised the dead, calmed a storm, walked on the water, and multiplied loaves and fish, among other miracles, signs, and wonders. Then "the Pharisees came forward and began to argue with Him. They were looking for some heavenly sign from Him as a test" (Mk 8:11). Jesus sighed from the depths of His spirit (Mk 8:12) and was understandably frustrated.
Likewise, the apostles did not grasp the meaning of Jesus' miracles, including the double multiplication of the loaves. Jesus expressed His frustration with a barrage of questions: "Do you still not see or comprehend? Are your minds completely blinded? Have you eyes but no sight? Ears but no hearing?" (Mk 8:17-18) "Do you still not understand?" (Mk 8:21)
Despite His frustration, Jesus worked another sign by healing a blind man at Bethsaida (Mk 8:22-25). Jesus met the unreasonable demands of the Pharisees and also continued to work with the apostles who He knew would eventually abandon Him.
Jesus is merciful. He doesn't give up on us, no matter how sinful or shameful our behavior. No matter if everyone else gives up on us, Jesus keeps loving us and trying to transform us (see Is 49:15). Jesus always forgives us and will in no way reject us (Jn 6:37). Jesus is so merciful that He died on the cross in our place. Lord Jesus, mercy.
Prayer: "Lord Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me, a sinner" (the Jesus Prayer).
Promise: "Count it pure joy when you are involved in every sort of trial." -Jas 1:2
Praise: The Servites serve their Lady and their Lord by serving their brothers and sisters. Their seven founders lived lives of gospel poverty and shared Christian community.
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James 1:1-11, Psalm 119:67-68, 71-72, 75-76, Mark 8:11-13
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DIVINE MERCY IN DIVINE FRUSTRATION
"With a sigh from the depths of His spirit He said, 'Why does this age seek a sign?' " -Mark 8:12
Jesus drove out demons, cured the leprous; healed the paralyzed, handicapped, hemorrhaging, and deaf; raised the dead, calmed a storm, walked on the water, and multiplied loaves and fish, among other miracles, signs, and wonders. Then "the Pharisees came forward and began to argue with Him. They were looking for some heavenly sign from Him as a test" (Mk 8:11). Jesus sighed from the depths of His spirit (Mk 8:12) and was understandably frustrated.
Likewise, the apostles did not grasp the meaning of Jesus' miracles, including the double multiplication of the loaves. Jesus expressed His frustration with a barrage of questions: "Do you still not see or comprehend? Are your minds completely blinded? Have you eyes but no sight? Ears but no hearing?" (Mk 8:17-18) "Do you still not understand?" (Mk 8:21)
Despite His frustration, Jesus worked another sign by healing a blind man at Bethsaida (Mk 8:22-25). Jesus met the unreasonable demands of the Pharisees and also continued to work with the apostles who He knew would eventually abandon Him.
Jesus is merciful. He doesn't give up on us, no matter how sinful or shameful our behavior. No matter if everyone else gives up on us, Jesus keeps loving us and trying to transform us (see Is 49:15). Jesus always forgives us and will in no way reject us (Jn 6:37). Jesus is so merciful that He died on the cross in our place. Lord Jesus, mercy.
Prayer: "Lord Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me, a sinner" (the Jesus Prayer).
Promise: "Count it pure joy when you are involved in every sort of trial." -Jas 1:2
Praise: The Servites serve their Lady and their Lord by serving their brothers and sisters. Their seven founders lived lives of gospel poverty and shared Christian community.
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Sunday, February 16, 2014
PM eNewsletter The 6th Sunday of ordinary time
February 16th Sixth Sunday in ordinary time
This week, Jesus, is the week before the start of Lent.
Let us, right now, decide what we should do that will give the most
praise and glory to You.
Lord, help us to look at our lives, and see the areas that need
improvement or correction.
Then grace us, Lord, to be willing to give that problem, or difficulty,
over to You, to do with it, as You will.
Let us right now pray, and trust that You have something that You want
us to give You, as a gift for You, to present to the Father on Holy
Saturday.
Lord, let this Lent be the best Lent we have ever had.
Thank You Jesus, for loving us always.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
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This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday THE HIGHEST MORAL STANDARDS
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=2/16/2014
"You have heard the commandment, 'You shall not commit adultery.' What I say to you is:
anyone who looks lustfully at a woman has already committed adultery with her in his
thoughts.' " -Matthew 5:27-28
Jesus did not believe in working on the sabbath, but He did cause a controversy by healing
on the sabbath. He was also not ultra-strict about washing His hands before eating
(see Mt 15:2). Moreover, Jesus did not require His disciples to fast until after He ascended
into heaven (see Mt 9:14ff). He also stopped an adulteress from being put to death
(Jn 8:3ff).
Some people misunderstood Jesus' actions. They thought He was trying to be popular by being
permissive. However, Jesus set the record straight by proclaiming: "Do not think that I have
come to abolish the law and the prophets. I have come, not to abolish them, but to fulfill
them" (Mt 5:17). Jesus then proceeded to set the highest moral standards in history. He
condemned not only murder but growing angry (Mt 5:22). He forbade not only adultery but also
lustful glances and thoughts (Mt 5:28). Jesus also opposed divorce although it was accepted
in the Bible (Mt 5:32). He even commanded us to love our enemies and to offer no resistance
to injury (Mt 5:44, 39).
Jesus is not permissive; He is impossibly demanding. We will be hopelessly frustrated in
trying to fulfill Jesus' moral standards. Our only hope is to come to Jesus (see Mt 11:28)
and turn our lives over to Him. We cannot meet His standards, but we can "let it be done" to
us according to His word (see Lk 1:38). "He Who calls us is trustworthy, therefore He will
do it" (1 Thes 5:24).
Prayer: Father, I must be, but cannot be, holy. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me from this
impossible situation.
Promise: "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 Cor 2:9
Praise: Alleluia! Jesus has conquered death for us! Alleluia!
Monday DIVINE MERCY IN DIVINE FRUSTRATION
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"With a sigh from the depths of His spirit He said, 'Why does this age seek a sign?' " -Mark 8:12
Tuesday CARE-FREE IN JESUS' COMFORT
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Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for your love and for giving me a good job more than my
expectation, I surrender into your holy Hands my Job, my Bosses and my colleagues. Lord;
you know my needs and concerns. Bless according to your will Amen.
(GA, 2/15/2014 2:11:22 PM)
Heavenly Father thank you for all the Blessings please guide us with your Holy spirit as we
go along with our work.Lord help us and bless our family and other family.we ask this
through Christ our Lord.Amen
(antang4, 2/15/2014 1:25:49 PM)
Fear is useless. LORD please look kindly on the petitions posted and all the requests said
silently in our hearts. Thank you for this new day. Thank you for the many blessings given
me and my family. May I use these blessings to radiate your love for us to others. LORD
please forgive this sinner. May I forgive. May others forgive me. In JESUS I trust. Thank
you
(Jim, Wisconsin, 2/15/2014 11:14:01 AM)
Please pray for me that I succeed in my job so I can support my kids. Everything seems to
backfire on me and I'm constantly walking on eggshells. Please ask The Lord to guide me.
(Ann, 2/15/2014 11:04:39 AM)
May the Holy Spirit restore trust in my relationship with my daughter in law. Forgive me
Jesus for lying and please heal the damage I have done.
(rs, 2/15/2014 8:02:34 AM)
healing for myself.gum line in mouth.
(tg, redford, mi, 2/15/2014 6:27:59 AM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
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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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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
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Pope Francis, Shepherd of Truth
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Notable quotations from Pope Francis and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
THE GIFT OF LIFE
YOUR IMAGE OF GOD
What is the image we have of God? Perhaps he appears to us as a severe judge, as someone
who curtails our freedom and the way we live our lives. But the Scriptures everywhere tell
us that God is the Living One, the one who bestows life and points the way to fullness of
life.
JESUS SAVES
Jesus is the incarnation of the Living God, the one who brings life amid so many deeds of
death, amid sin, selfishness and self-absorption. Jesus accepts, loves, uplifts, encourages,
forgives, restores the ability to walk, gives back life. Throughout the Gospels we see how
Jesus by His words and actions brings the transforming life of God.
LED BY THE SPIRIT
The Christian is someone who thinks and acts in everyday life according to God's will,
someone who allows his or her life to be guided and nourished by the Holy Spirit, to be a
full life, a life worthy of true sons and daughters.
(Source: Homily for "Evangelium Vitae" Day, June 16, 2013)
http://presentationministries.com/pope/fst2014-01.asp?navlink=latest
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Prophecies from Word Gifts Ministry
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St. John Bosco Youth Group
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· Close Encounters of the REAL Kind: the Seven Sacraments of Life (Apr 4-6)
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This week, Jesus, is the week before the start of Lent.
Let us, right now, decide what we should do that will give the most
praise and glory to You.
Lord, help us to look at our lives, and see the areas that need
improvement or correction.
Then grace us, Lord, to be willing to give that problem, or difficulty,
over to You, to do with it, as You will.
Let us right now pray, and trust that You have something that You want
us to give You, as a gift for You, to present to the Father on Holy
Saturday.
Lord, let this Lent be the best Lent we have ever had.
Thank You Jesus, for loving us always.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
________________________________________________
For more on the teachings of Father Al Lauer see the home
page of Presentation Ministries? Please take a look.
http://presentationministries.com/home/home.asp
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday THE HIGHEST MORAL STANDARDS
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=2/16/2014
"You have heard the commandment, 'You shall not commit adultery.' What I say to you is:
anyone who looks lustfully at a woman has already committed adultery with her in his
thoughts.' " -Matthew 5:27-28
Jesus did not believe in working on the sabbath, but He did cause a controversy by healing
on the sabbath. He was also not ultra-strict about washing His hands before eating
(see Mt 15:2). Moreover, Jesus did not require His disciples to fast until after He ascended
into heaven (see Mt 9:14ff). He also stopped an adulteress from being put to death
(Jn 8:3ff).
Some people misunderstood Jesus' actions. They thought He was trying to be popular by being
permissive. However, Jesus set the record straight by proclaiming: "Do not think that I have
come to abolish the law and the prophets. I have come, not to abolish them, but to fulfill
them" (Mt 5:17). Jesus then proceeded to set the highest moral standards in history. He
condemned not only murder but growing angry (Mt 5:22). He forbade not only adultery but also
lustful glances and thoughts (Mt 5:28). Jesus also opposed divorce although it was accepted
in the Bible (Mt 5:32). He even commanded us to love our enemies and to offer no resistance
to injury (Mt 5:44, 39).
Jesus is not permissive; He is impossibly demanding. We will be hopelessly frustrated in
trying to fulfill Jesus' moral standards. Our only hope is to come to Jesus (see Mt 11:28)
and turn our lives over to Him. We cannot meet His standards, but we can "let it be done" to
us according to His word (see Lk 1:38). "He Who calls us is trustworthy, therefore He will
do it" (1 Thes 5:24).
Prayer: Father, I must be, but cannot be, holy. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me from this
impossible situation.
Promise: "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 Cor 2:9
Praise: Alleluia! Jesus has conquered death for us! Alleluia!
Monday DIVINE MERCY IN DIVINE FRUSTRATION
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=2/17/2014
"With a sigh from the depths of His spirit He said, 'Why does this age seek a sign?' " -Mark 8:12
Tuesday CARE-FREE IN JESUS' COMFORT
http://presentationministries.com/obob/obob.asp?lang=en&d=2/18/2014
"When cares abound within me, Your comfort gladdens my soul." -Psalm 94:19
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don't usually hear addressed."
This Week's Featured Brochures
· How To Renew Your Parish
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/HowToRenewParish.asp
· How to Get Your Kids to go to Church and go to Heaven
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/KidsChurch.asp
· Who Cares?
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/WhoCares.asp
· An Urgent Message to Godparents
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/Godparents.asp
Take care "lest any of you have an evil and unfaithful spirit and fall away from the living
God." -Hebrews 3:12
When a Christian falls away from the faith, the whole world, not only the fallen-away
Christian, is in a most dangerous situation. The Lord warns us: "When men have.............
· How to Read the Bible
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/HowToRead.asp
Brochures by Topic
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/brochures.asp
________________________________________________
PM Internet Prayer Requests
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for your love and for giving me a good job more than my
expectation, I surrender into your holy Hands my Job, my Bosses and my colleagues. Lord;
you know my needs and concerns. Bless according to your will Amen.
(GA, 2/15/2014 2:11:22 PM)
Heavenly Father thank you for all the Blessings please guide us with your Holy spirit as we
go along with our work.Lord help us and bless our family and other family.we ask this
through Christ our Lord.Amen
(antang4, 2/15/2014 1:25:49 PM)
Fear is useless. LORD please look kindly on the petitions posted and all the requests said
silently in our hearts. Thank you for this new day. Thank you for the many blessings given
me and my family. May I use these blessings to radiate your love for us to others. LORD
please forgive this sinner. May I forgive. May others forgive me. In JESUS I trust. Thank
you
(Jim, Wisconsin, 2/15/2014 11:14:01 AM)
Please pray for me that I succeed in my job so I can support my kids. Everything seems to
backfire on me and I'm constantly walking on eggshells. Please ask The Lord to guide me.
(Ann, 2/15/2014 11:04:39 AM)
May the Holy Spirit restore trust in my relationship with my daughter in law. Forgive me
Jesus for lying and please heal the damage I have done.
(rs, 2/15/2014 8:02:34 AM)
healing for myself.gum line in mouth.
(tg, redford, mi, 2/15/2014 6:27:59 AM)
Please follow link to additional prayer intentions.
http://www.presentationministries.com/prayer/prayer.asp
________________________________________________
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
http://presentationministries.com/tapes/tape.asp?pubID=269
________________________________________________
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
http://presentationministries.com/community/hbcNetwork.asp
Small Christian Community Resources
Introduction to Small Christian Community
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/IntroCommunity.asp
"Unless the Lord Build the House..." - Psalm 127:
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/UnlessTheLordBuild.asp
Building Small Christian Communities (Team Manual)
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/CommunityManual.asp
Building Small Christian Communities (Guide Book)
http://presentationministries.com/brochures/CommunityGuidebook.asp
For more information contact: community@presentationministries.com
________________________________________________
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
Ft. 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
Perryville, MO 573-513-8411
Putnam, CT 860-821-0411
Phoenix, AZ 480-630-3999
Pittsburgh, PA 412-228-0228
San Diego 619-272-6111
St. Augustine,FL 904-414-4142
St. Louis, MO 314-561-7411
Toledo, OH 419-318-2211
Toronto, ON CAN 647-723-9923
Ottawa, ON CAN 613-694-1257
Charlotte, NC 704-594-4811
________________________________________________
Listen Online!
Inspired teaching on the daily Scripture readings of the Catholic Church by Fr. Al Lauer
Best of Daily Bread Radio Program
http://www.presentationministries.com/dbread/dbread.asp
________________________________________________
Pope Francis, Shepherd of Truth
http://presentationministries.com/pope/fst2014-01.asp?navlink=latest
Notable quotations from Pope Francis and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
THE GIFT OF LIFE
YOUR IMAGE OF GOD
What is the image we have of God? Perhaps he appears to us as a severe judge, as someone
who curtails our freedom and the way we live our lives. But the Scriptures everywhere tell
us that God is the Living One, the one who bestows life and points the way to fullness of
life.
JESUS SAVES
Jesus is the incarnation of the Living God, the one who brings life amid so many deeds of
death, amid sin, selfishness and self-absorption. Jesus accepts, loves, uplifts, encourages,
forgives, restores the ability to walk, gives back life. Throughout the Gospels we see how
Jesus by His words and actions brings the transforming life of God.
LED BY THE SPIRIT
The Christian is someone who thinks and acts in everyday life according to God's will,
someone who allows his or her life to be guided and nourished by the Holy Spirit, to be a
full life, a life worthy of true sons and daughters.
(Source: Homily for "Evangelium Vitae" Day, June 16, 2013)
http://presentationministries.com/pope/fst2014-01.asp?navlink=latest
________________________________________________
PM Ministry List
" The Lord works through PM in many different ways. Below you can find information about
some of our ministries.
Bible Institute
http://presentationministries.com/bibleinst/bi2005Home.asp
Word Gifts Ministry
http://presentationministries.com/general/prophecies.asp
My People Newspaper
http://presentationministries.com/mypeople/mypeople24-1.asp?navlink=latest
PM Newsletter
http://presentationministries.com/newsletter/newsletter12-1.asp?navlink=latest
Prophecies from Word Gifts Ministry
http://presentationministries.com/general/prophecies.asp
St. John Bosco Youth Group
http://youth.presentationministries.com/
________________________________________________
2013 RETREATS
Online Registration
2013 RETREATS
· Women's Retreat: "Clothed with Strength and Dignity": Living in the Primacy of Grace (Mar 8)
· Close Encounters of the REAL Kind: the Seven Sacraments of Life (Apr 4-6)
· The New Evangelization: Nothing is Impossible for God (May 2-4)
Can you help us with the construction of the new Chapel and Retreat Center?
http://presentationministries.com/pjdc/chapel.asp
More information and registration for the Bible Institute
http://presentationministries.com/bibleinst/bi2011Home.asp
http://presentationministries.com/pjdc/retreat.asp
________________________________________________
· Sign-up for the OBOB daily e-mail list
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THE HIGHEST MORAL STANDARDS - One Bread, One Body, 2/16/2014
Sunday, February 16, 2014, 6th Sunday Ordinary Time
Sirach 15:15-20, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Psalm 119:1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34, Matthew 5:17-37
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/021614.cfm
THE HIGHEST MORAL STANDARDS
"You have heard the commandment, 'You shall not commit adultery.' What I say to you is: anyone who looks lustfully at a woman has already committed adultery with her in his thoughts.' " -Matthew 5:27-28
Jesus did not believe in working on the sabbath, but He did cause a controversy by healing on the sabbath. He was also not ultra-strict about washing His hands before eating (see Mt 15:2). Moreover, Jesus did not require His disciples to fast until after He ascended into heaven (see Mt 9:14ff). He also stopped an adulteress from being put to death (Jn 8:3ff).
Some people misunderstood Jesus' actions. They thought He was trying to be popular by being permissive. However, Jesus set the record straight by proclaiming: "Do not think that I have come to abolish the law and the prophets. I have come, not to abolish them, but to fulfill them" (Mt 5:17). Jesus then proceeded to set the highest moral standards in history. He condemned not only murder but growing angry (Mt 5:22). He forbade not only adultery but also lustful glances and thoughts (Mt 5:28). Jesus also opposed divorce although it was accepted in the Bible (Mt 5:32). He even commanded us to love our enemies and to offer no resistance to injury (Mt 5:44, 39).
Jesus is not permissive; He is impossibly demanding. We will be hopelessly frustrated in trying to fulfill Jesus' moral standards. Our only hope is to come to Jesus (see Mt 11:28) and turn our lives over to Him. We cannot meet His standards, but we can "let it be done" to us according to His word (see Lk 1:38). "He Who calls us is trustworthy, therefore He will do it" (1 Thes 5:24).
Prayer: Father, I must be, but cannot be, holy. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me from this impossible situation.
Promise: "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 Cor 2:9
Praise: Alleluia! Jesus has conquered death for us! Alleluia!
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Sirach 15:15-20, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Psalm 119:1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34, Matthew 5:17-37
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THE HIGHEST MORAL STANDARDS
"You have heard the commandment, 'You shall not commit adultery.' What I say to you is: anyone who looks lustfully at a woman has already committed adultery with her in his thoughts.' " -Matthew 5:27-28
Jesus did not believe in working on the sabbath, but He did cause a controversy by healing on the sabbath. He was also not ultra-strict about washing His hands before eating (see Mt 15:2). Moreover, Jesus did not require His disciples to fast until after He ascended into heaven (see Mt 9:14ff). He also stopped an adulteress from being put to death (Jn 8:3ff).
Some people misunderstood Jesus' actions. They thought He was trying to be popular by being permissive. However, Jesus set the record straight by proclaiming: "Do not think that I have come to abolish the law and the prophets. I have come, not to abolish them, but to fulfill them" (Mt 5:17). Jesus then proceeded to set the highest moral standards in history. He condemned not only murder but growing angry (Mt 5:22). He forbade not only adultery but also lustful glances and thoughts (Mt 5:28). Jesus also opposed divorce although it was accepted in the Bible (Mt 5:32). He even commanded us to love our enemies and to offer no resistance to injury (Mt 5:44, 39).
Jesus is not permissive; He is impossibly demanding. We will be hopelessly frustrated in trying to fulfill Jesus' moral standards. Our only hope is to come to Jesus (see Mt 11:28) and turn our lives over to Him. We cannot meet His standards, but we can "let it be done" to us according to His word (see Lk 1:38). "He Who calls us is trustworthy, therefore He will do it" (1 Thes 5:24).
Prayer: Father, I must be, but cannot be, holy. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me from this impossible situation.
Promise: "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 Cor 2:9
Praise: Alleluia! Jesus has conquered death for us! Alleluia!
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Saturday, February 15, 2014
MULTIPLICATION TABLE - One Bread, One Body, 2/15/2014
Saturday, February 15, 2014
1 Kings 12:26-32; 13:33-34, Psalm 106:6-7, 19-22, Mark 8:1-10
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MULTIPLICATION TABLE
"How can anyone give these people sufficient bread in this deserted spot?" -Mark 8:4
Some Christians believe God no longer multiplies food, money, or time. Other Christians believe God still does His multiplication-miracle, but that He doesn't do it for them.
Jesus' multiplication of loaves and fish for the Gentiles specifically contradicts this. In Mark 6:34-44, Jesus multiplied loaves and fish for thousands of Jewish people. In Mark 8:1-9, He does the same thing for the Gentiles, thereby showing the miracle of multiplication is for all, not just for a certain group.
We deprive ourselves of the miracle of multiplication by our lack of faith. We don't believe our heavenly Father will provide; so we provide for ourselves to the point that we leave God little opportunity to father us in practical ways. We don't believe in the Spirit's gift of miracles (1 Cor 12:10); so we confine ourselves to the natural and scorn the supernatural.
By faith and in obedience to the Lord, risk, simplify, and give to the point that you need a God Who still multiplies loaves and fish. Then you will see the miracle of multiplication.
Prayer: Father, may I make decisions in my life which will make me dependent on You for my "daily bread."
Promise: "My heart is moved with pity for the crowd. By now they have been with Me three days and have nothing to eat." -Mk 8:2
Praise: In one year, Jose grew in Christian maturity to the point that he was as mature as those who had been active Christians for years.
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1 Kings 12:26-32; 13:33-34, Psalm 106:6-7, 19-22, Mark 8:1-10
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MULTIPLICATION TABLE
"How can anyone give these people sufficient bread in this deserted spot?" -Mark 8:4
Some Christians believe God no longer multiplies food, money, or time. Other Christians believe God still does His multiplication-miracle, but that He doesn't do it for them.
Jesus' multiplication of loaves and fish for the Gentiles specifically contradicts this. In Mark 6:34-44, Jesus multiplied loaves and fish for thousands of Jewish people. In Mark 8:1-9, He does the same thing for the Gentiles, thereby showing the miracle of multiplication is for all, not just for a certain group.
We deprive ourselves of the miracle of multiplication by our lack of faith. We don't believe our heavenly Father will provide; so we provide for ourselves to the point that we leave God little opportunity to father us in practical ways. We don't believe in the Spirit's gift of miracles (1 Cor 12:10); so we confine ourselves to the natural and scorn the supernatural.
By faith and in obedience to the Lord, risk, simplify, and give to the point that you need a God Who still multiplies loaves and fish. Then you will see the miracle of multiplication.
Prayer: Father, may I make decisions in my life which will make me dependent on You for my "daily bread."
Promise: "My heart is moved with pity for the crowd. By now they have been with Me three days and have nothing to eat." -Mk 8:2
Praise: In one year, Jose grew in Christian maturity to the point that he was as mature as those who had been active Christians for years.
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Friday, February 14, 2014
ONE TO ONE - One Bread, One Body, 2/14/2014
Friday, February 14, 2014, Sts. Cyril & Methodius
1 Kings 11:29-32; 12:19, Psalm 81:10-15, Mark 7:31-37
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ONE TO ONE
"Jesus took him off by himself away from the crowd." -Mark 7:33
Jesus sometimes healed people impersonally. For instance, sometimes He may have healed hundreds at one time. When Jesus healed a woman who was hemorrhaging for twelve years, He didn't even know she was healed until after the fact (Mk 5:30). However, Jesus' healing of the deaf man with a speech impediment was one of His most personal healings. Jesus took this man "off by himself away from the crowd" (Mk 7:33). He gave him One-on-one attention. Jesus "put His fingers into the man's ears and, spitting, touched his tongue" (Mk 7:33).
Do you need Jesus' very personal touch for healing? If so, step out of the crowded conditions of your life. Lock yourself in a prayer closet with Jesus (see Mt 6:6). Have a heart-to-heart talk with Jesus. Meet Jesus in solitude and silence. Intimately receive the body and blood of Jesus into your body at Mass (see Jn 6:56).
People may laugh at you and call you stupid or ugly, but Jesus treasures you. You are beautiful in Him and to Him. Come away to be alone with Jesus. He loves you so much He died for you. Be alone with Jesus; be alone with Love Himself (see 1 Jn 4:16).
Prayer: Father, open me and free me so that I will speak freely and plainly of Your love (see Mk 7:34-35).
Promise: "If only My people would hear Me, and Israel walk in My ways, quickly would I humble their enemies."-Ps 81:14-15
Praise: St. Methodius endured great opposition during his mission to Moravia. He was imprisoned for several years but nonetheless translated the entire Bible into Slavonic before he died.
(To come closer to Jesus as you are alone with Him, consider ordering our book, "Conversion-Conversations". This book contains forty weeks of brief daily prayer conversations that will bring you deeply into His heart.)
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1 Kings 11:29-32; 12:19, Psalm 81:10-15, Mark 7:31-37
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ONE TO ONE
"Jesus took him off by himself away from the crowd." -Mark 7:33
Jesus sometimes healed people impersonally. For instance, sometimes He may have healed hundreds at one time. When Jesus healed a woman who was hemorrhaging for twelve years, He didn't even know she was healed until after the fact (Mk 5:30). However, Jesus' healing of the deaf man with a speech impediment was one of His most personal healings. Jesus took this man "off by himself away from the crowd" (Mk 7:33). He gave him One-on-one attention. Jesus "put His fingers into the man's ears and, spitting, touched his tongue" (Mk 7:33).
Do you need Jesus' very personal touch for healing? If so, step out of the crowded conditions of your life. Lock yourself in a prayer closet with Jesus (see Mt 6:6). Have a heart-to-heart talk with Jesus. Meet Jesus in solitude and silence. Intimately receive the body and blood of Jesus into your body at Mass (see Jn 6:56).
People may laugh at you and call you stupid or ugly, but Jesus treasures you. You are beautiful in Him and to Him. Come away to be alone with Jesus. He loves you so much He died for you. Be alone with Jesus; be alone with Love Himself (see 1 Jn 4:16).
Prayer: Father, open me and free me so that I will speak freely and plainly of Your love (see Mk 7:34-35).
Promise: "If only My people would hear Me, and Israel walk in My ways, quickly would I humble their enemies."-Ps 81:14-15
Praise: St. Methodius endured great opposition during his mission to Moravia. He was imprisoned for several years but nonetheless translated the entire Bible into Slavonic before he died.
(To come closer to Jesus as you are alone with Him, consider ordering our book, "Conversion-Conversations". This book contains forty weeks of brief daily prayer conversations that will bring you deeply into His heart.)
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Thursday, February 13, 2014
DAILY PERSEVERANCE NEVER GETS OLD - One Bread, One Body, 2/13/2014
Thursday, February 13, 2014
1 Kings 11:4-13, Psalm 106:3-4, 35-37, 40, Mark 7:24-30
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DAILY PERSEVERANCE NEVER GETS OLD
"When Solomon was old...his heart was not entirely with the Lord." -1 Kings 11:4
Solomon's legacy began with great success. This was a direct result of his selfless prayers and attitude in the early days of his reign as king (1 Kgs 3:6ff). Sadly, Solomon did not persevere in his faithfulness to God, even though the Lord "had appeared to him twice" (1 Kgs 11:9). Despite a glorious beginning, Solomon's "heart was not entirely with the Lord" (1 Kgs 11:4). He "had not obeyed" God (1 Kgs 11:10), even though he received clear instruction from the Lord. The end result of Solomon's reign was catastrophic. His household fell apart and his nation was divided.
Jesus clearly tells us that the one who perseveres to the end will be saved (Lk 21:19). The surest way to be faith-filled and to have your heart "entirely with the Lord" at the end of your life is to make sure your heart is entirely with the Lord today and every day. "Delay not your conversion to the Lord, put it not off from day to day" (Sir 5:8). "Now is the acceptable time" (2 Cor 6:2). Day after day, come to Jesus (Mt 11:28). Day after day, "let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus" (Heb 12:2). Then, each day, persevere in staying with Jesus. He promises that when you persevere to the end, you will be saved (see Lk 21:19, RNAB).
Prayer: Father, as I grow older in Jesus, Your Son, may I persevere in my faith so that I "bear fruit even in old age" (Ps 92:15).
Promise: "Happy are they who observe what is right, who do always what is just." -Ps 106:3
Praise: Thomas rebelled against God for many years. God drew him back to Himself when Thomas heard a favorite childhood hymn.
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1 Kings 11:4-13, Psalm 106:3-4, 35-37, 40, Mark 7:24-30
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DAILY PERSEVERANCE NEVER GETS OLD
"When Solomon was old...his heart was not entirely with the Lord." -1 Kings 11:4
Solomon's legacy began with great success. This was a direct result of his selfless prayers and attitude in the early days of his reign as king (1 Kgs 3:6ff). Sadly, Solomon did not persevere in his faithfulness to God, even though the Lord "had appeared to him twice" (1 Kgs 11:9). Despite a glorious beginning, Solomon's "heart was not entirely with the Lord" (1 Kgs 11:4). He "had not obeyed" God (1 Kgs 11:10), even though he received clear instruction from the Lord. The end result of Solomon's reign was catastrophic. His household fell apart and his nation was divided.
Jesus clearly tells us that the one who perseveres to the end will be saved (Lk 21:19). The surest way to be faith-filled and to have your heart "entirely with the Lord" at the end of your life is to make sure your heart is entirely with the Lord today and every day. "Delay not your conversion to the Lord, put it not off from day to day" (Sir 5:8). "Now is the acceptable time" (2 Cor 6:2). Day after day, come to Jesus (Mt 11:28). Day after day, "let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus" (Heb 12:2). Then, each day, persevere in staying with Jesus. He promises that when you persevere to the end, you will be saved (see Lk 21:19, RNAB).
Prayer: Father, as I grow older in Jesus, Your Son, may I persevere in my faith so that I "bear fruit even in old age" (Ps 92:15).
Promise: "Happy are they who observe what is right, who do always what is just." -Ps 106:3
Praise: Thomas rebelled against God for many years. God drew him back to Himself when Thomas heard a favorite childhood hymn.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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Wednesday, February 12, 2014
HEART CONDITIONS - One Bread, One Body, 2/12/2014
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
1 Kings 10:1-10, Psalm 37:5-6, 30-31, 39-40, Mark 7:14-23
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HEART CONDITIONS
"Wicked designs come from the deep recesses of the heart." -Mark 7:21
Solomon asked the Lord for a wise and understanding heart (1 Kgs 3:9). The Lord answered His prayer and made Him the wisest person in history (1 Kgs 3:12). Yet, through his sins, Solomon turned his heart away from the Lord (1 Kgs 11:3). His heart was not entirely devoted to the Lord (1 Kgs 11:4). He died a fool with his kingdom on the verge of civil war. Solomon died of a spiritual heart attack.
We Christians are greater than Solomon (see Mt 11:11). Through baptism, we have received not only a wise heart, but a new heart promised by the Lord (see Ez 36:26). However, we can likewise sin and turn our hearts away from the Lord. We can lose our first love (see Rv 2:4) and no longer decide to love the Lord with all our hearts (see Mt 22:37). If we persist in this lukewarmness (Rv 3:16), we, like Solomon, will also die and damn ourselves through a spiritual heart attack. Consequently, we must repent of any sinful compromises with the ways of the world and keep our new heart beating with pure love of the Lord. We received a new heart at our baptism and will receive a renewed heart through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Repentance prevents spiritual heart attacks.
Prayer: Father, "create in me a clean heart" (Ps 51:12, our transl.).
Promise: "The report I heard in my country about your deeds and your wisdom is true." -1 Kgs 10:6
Praise: "Heart of Christ, we sing Your praises!"
(For a related teaching, order our leaflet The Secret of Confession" or our tape on audio AV 44-3 or video V-44.)
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1 Kings 10:1-10, Psalm 37:5-6, 30-31, 39-40, Mark 7:14-23
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HEART CONDITIONS
"Wicked designs come from the deep recesses of the heart." -Mark 7:21
Solomon asked the Lord for a wise and understanding heart (1 Kgs 3:9). The Lord answered His prayer and made Him the wisest person in history (1 Kgs 3:12). Yet, through his sins, Solomon turned his heart away from the Lord (1 Kgs 11:3). His heart was not entirely devoted to the Lord (1 Kgs 11:4). He died a fool with his kingdom on the verge of civil war. Solomon died of a spiritual heart attack.
We Christians are greater than Solomon (see Mt 11:11). Through baptism, we have received not only a wise heart, but a new heart promised by the Lord (see Ez 36:26). However, we can likewise sin and turn our hearts away from the Lord. We can lose our first love (see Rv 2:4) and no longer decide to love the Lord with all our hearts (see Mt 22:37). If we persist in this lukewarmness (Rv 3:16), we, like Solomon, will also die and damn ourselves through a spiritual heart attack. Consequently, we must repent of any sinful compromises with the ways of the world and keep our new heart beating with pure love of the Lord. We received a new heart at our baptism and will receive a renewed heart through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Repentance prevents spiritual heart attacks.
Prayer: Father, "create in me a clean heart" (Ps 51:12, our transl.).
Promise: "The report I heard in my country about your deeds and your wisdom is true." -1 Kgs 10:6
Praise: "Heart of Christ, we sing Your praises!"
(For a related teaching, order our leaflet The Secret of Confession" or our tape on audio AV 44-3 or video V-44.)
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Tuesday, February 11, 2014
CAN IT BE? - One Bread, One Body, 2/11/2014
Tuesday, February 11, 2014, Our Lady of Lourdes
1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30, Psalm 84:3-5, 10, 11, Mark 7:1-13
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CAN IT BE?
"My soul yearns and pines for the courts of the Lord. My heart and my flesh cry out for the living God." -Psalm 84:3
Solomon, the wisest man in the world, was shocked that God would dwell in the Temple. He questioned: "Can it indeed be that God dwells among men on earth? If the heavens and the highest heavens cannot contain You, how much less this temple which I have built!" (1 Kgs 8:27) Imagine what Solomon's reaction would have been had he known that God became man and dwelt among us (Jn 1:14). How even more astounding that the incarnate God lives within those who have been baptized in His name! (see Rm 6:3) And there's even more: the incarnate, indwelling God gives us His body and blood under the appearances of bread and wine! (see Mt 26:26ff)
We are so overwhelmed by the Lord's Incarnation that we recall this event every morning, noon, and evening when we pray the Angelus. We are so amazed at the incarnate Lord's gift of Himself to us in the Eucharist that we receive Holy Communion daily or as often as possible. We center our lives on our incarnate, indwelling, eucharistic Lord. This is the reason for this book, One Bread, One Body. We teach on the daily eucharistic readings to encourage you to go to Mass daily or as often as possible and live the Eucharist to the fullest.
God is a Man. God is in you. The eucharistic Lord looks like bread and wine. We can receive the body and blood of God. Astounding! True! Amazing! Thank You, Lord!
Prayer: Father, may I believe so strongly in Your eucharistic presence that I will live and die for You.
Promise: "I had rather one day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere." -Ps 84:11
Praise: Through the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes, Barbara received comfort and relief during her difficult pregnancy.
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?Most Reverend Joseph R. Binzer, Auxiliary Bishop, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, August 8, 2013
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1 Kings 8:22-23, 27-30, Psalm 84:3-5, 10, 11, Mark 7:1-13
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/021114.cfm
CAN IT BE?
"My soul yearns and pines for the courts of the Lord. My heart and my flesh cry out for the living God." -Psalm 84:3
Solomon, the wisest man in the world, was shocked that God would dwell in the Temple. He questioned: "Can it indeed be that God dwells among men on earth? If the heavens and the highest heavens cannot contain You, how much less this temple which I have built!" (1 Kgs 8:27) Imagine what Solomon's reaction would have been had he known that God became man and dwelt among us (Jn 1:14). How even more astounding that the incarnate God lives within those who have been baptized in His name! (see Rm 6:3) And there's even more: the incarnate, indwelling God gives us His body and blood under the appearances of bread and wine! (see Mt 26:26ff)
We are so overwhelmed by the Lord's Incarnation that we recall this event every morning, noon, and evening when we pray the Angelus. We are so amazed at the incarnate Lord's gift of Himself to us in the Eucharist that we receive Holy Communion daily or as often as possible. We center our lives on our incarnate, indwelling, eucharistic Lord. This is the reason for this book, One Bread, One Body. We teach on the daily eucharistic readings to encourage you to go to Mass daily or as often as possible and live the Eucharist to the fullest.
God is a Man. God is in you. The eucharistic Lord looks like bread and wine. We can receive the body and blood of God. Astounding! True! Amazing! Thank You, Lord!
Prayer: Father, may I believe so strongly in Your eucharistic presence that I will live and die for You.
Promise: "I had rather one day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere." -Ps 84:11
Praise: Through the intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes, Barbara received comfort and relief during her difficult pregnancy.
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Monday, February 10, 2014
"REBUILD MY CHURCH" - One Bread, One Body, 2/10/2014
Monday, February 10, 2014, St. Scholastica
1 Kings 8:1-7, 9-13, Psalm 132:6-10, Mark 6:53-56
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/021014.cfm
"REBUILD MY CHURCH"
"I have truly built You a princely house, a dwelling where You may abide forever." -1 Kgs 8:13
Everything Solomon created - the magnificent Temple building, the great architecture, ornate decorations, and countless sacrifices - pointed toward the moment of the arrival of the Ark of the Covenant. When the ark was placed in the Temple, it meant that God now dwelt within its walls (1 Kgs 8:11-13).
The people of Israel were caught up in the excitement of God dwelling in their midst. The dedication of the Jerusalem Temple was the apex of Israel's history; from that point, everything went downhill. They delighted in the trappings of worship, but their lifestyles showed that they were interested only in giving the Lord "lip-service" rather than "life-service" (see Mk 7:6; Is 29:13). Solomon's pride and disobedience mirrored that of all Israel and sowed the seeds of civil war. The Lord Who dwells with His people delights in humility and obedience; Solomon and many other worshippers instead gave the Lord pride and disobedience.
It is good that our Church buildings contain beauty befitting the glory and majesty of Almighty God. It is also fitting that those who enter the Church buildings worship God with hearts full of love and lives of obedient faith (Rm 1:5). Jesus reveals that God is seeking people who will worship Him in spirit and truth (Jn 4:23). Humble yourself in God's sight (1 Pt 5:6), especially by obeying His commandments (Jn 15:10). Rebuild the Church by your loving reverence and obedience.
Prayer: Father, may I obey You so that my light might shine before all so they will give glory to You (Mt 5:16).
Promise: "All who touched Him got well." -Mk 6:56
Praise: St. Scholastica left her family to found a religious community.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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1 Kings 8:1-7, 9-13, Psalm 132:6-10, Mark 6:53-56
Link to Readings --> http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/021014.cfm
"REBUILD MY CHURCH"
"I have truly built You a princely house, a dwelling where You may abide forever." -1 Kgs 8:13
Everything Solomon created - the magnificent Temple building, the great architecture, ornate decorations, and countless sacrifices - pointed toward the moment of the arrival of the Ark of the Covenant. When the ark was placed in the Temple, it meant that God now dwelt within its walls (1 Kgs 8:11-13).
The people of Israel were caught up in the excitement of God dwelling in their midst. The dedication of the Jerusalem Temple was the apex of Israel's history; from that point, everything went downhill. They delighted in the trappings of worship, but their lifestyles showed that they were interested only in giving the Lord "lip-service" rather than "life-service" (see Mk 7:6; Is 29:13). Solomon's pride and disobedience mirrored that of all Israel and sowed the seeds of civil war. The Lord Who dwells with His people delights in humility and obedience; Solomon and many other worshippers instead gave the Lord pride and disobedience.
It is good that our Church buildings contain beauty befitting the glory and majesty of Almighty God. It is also fitting that those who enter the Church buildings worship God with hearts full of love and lives of obedient faith (Rm 1:5). Jesus reveals that God is seeking people who will worship Him in spirit and truth (Jn 4:23). Humble yourself in God's sight (1 Pt 5:6), especially by obeying His commandments (Jn 15:10). Rebuild the Church by your loving reverence and obedience.
Prayer: Father, may I obey You so that my light might shine before all so they will give glory to You (Mt 5:16).
Promise: "All who touched Him got well." -Mk 6:56
Praise: St. Scholastica left her family to found a religious community.
(This teaching was submitted by a member of our editorial team.)
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The rescript is a declaration that a book or pamphlet is considered to be free of doctrinal or moral error. It is not implied that those who have granted ecclesial permission agree with the contents, opinions, or statements expressed.
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