May 3rd Fifth Sunday of Easter
Jesus, grace us to really pray.
We need to pray with a fervor that shakes the houses where we are at.
Please send forth the power of Your Holy Spirit to fill us with the desire
to pray, so that we will really do just that.
Many times people ask us to pray for a need and we say we will, but
either forget to do it, or do it with out any real conviction of purpose.
Jesus, open up our hearts and fill us with a real desire to communicate
with You.
You, Christ, are the answer to all the questions and problems.
Teach us, Jesus.
Teach us.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday SHOW ME THE FRUIT
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"They even refused to believe that he was a disciple." -Acts 9:26
Paul had been a notable sinner. By the grace of God, Paul became a
new convert to Christianity. Many in the Jerusalem community couldn't
believe Paul's conversion was sincere. "They even refused to believe
that he was a disciple" (Acts 9:26). Paul was notorious for
persecuting the Church. Understandably, the Christians didn't trust
Paul. They may have thought he was pretending to be a Christian so he
could later arrest them (see Acts 26:10).
Scripture cautions against too readily taking new believers at their
word. When the new generation of Israelites promised to serve the Lord,
Joshua wanted extra assurance of their willingness to commit themselves
to the Lord (Jos 24:19ff). John the Baptizer didn't believe the
Sadducees and Pharisees as they came forward to be baptized. He
challenged them to "give some evidence that" they meant to reform
(Mt 3:8). Similarly, Paul advises the Church not to promote a new
convert too quickly, "lest he become conceited" (1 Tm 3:6).
Are you a new disciple of Jesus? If you face this situation of not being
readily accepted by the community, take Jesus' advice. Humble yourself
before God and concentrate on bearing fruit (Jn 15:16). Accept your
cross as a pruning from the Father, your loving Vinegrower, Who always
does what is best for you (Jn 15:1-2). Bear the fruit of "patient
endurance, kindness, generosity, faith, mildness, and chastity"
(Gal 5:22-23) and "good deeds" (Eph 2:10). "Give...evidence" of your
belief in Jesus (Mt 3:8). Glorify God by bearing much fruit and being
His faithful disciple (Jn 15:8). "That should be the proof they need"
(Mt 8:4).
Prayer: Father, prune me any way You choose. I am all Yours.
Promise: "I will fulfill my vows." -Ps 22:26
Praise: Praise Jesus, Who continues to disciple us into His Kingdom.
Monday "SEEK, AND YOU WILL FIND" (Mt 7:7)
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"Lord, why is it that You will reveal Yourself to us and not to the
world?" -John 14:22
Tuesday PERSEVERANCE IN PAIN
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"They gave their disciples reassurances, and encouraged them to
persevere in the faith." -Acts 14:22
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Brochures
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This Week's Featured Brochures
Risen Life
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"Why do you search for the Living One among the dead? He is not here;
He has been raised up." -Luke 24:5-6
Alleluia! Jesus is risen! He's alive! "O death, where is your victory?
O death, where is your sting?" (1 Cor 15:55) We as Christians have
personally had the most overwhelming experience imaginable. The One
Who loves us so much, Who would do anything for us, was .............
Through The New Testament in Easter
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Fifth Sunday
Day 29 2 Cor 1-7
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Day 30 2 Cor 8-13
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Day 31 Galatians
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Day 32 Ephesians
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Day 33 Philippians
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Day 34 Colossians
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Day 35 1 & 2 Thessalonians
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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Please pray for my vocation
(Dan, Houston, Texas, United States, 5/2/2015 8:25:08 PM)
Holy Father, I sent my husband on a trip to pick up something. I pray
You will find favor on me and my family and all of our problems. Please
allow me to have this. I believe in You and I believe in the power of
prayer. In Jesus name I pray, Amen
(Anonymous, , 5/2/2015 7:59:43 PM)
Father, You know that which is in my heart. Please I cannot say names
for fear they'll find my prayer lists. Please Father, I beg of You please
take care of this problem that's driving me insane. I love You and Father,
I do believe in the power of prayer. In Jesus name I pray, Amen
(Anonymous, , 5/2/2015 7:57:01 PM)
We need to move and need prayers that we find a nice house in a good
neighbourhood and at a fair price. Pray that God will guide and help us
in our decisions about moving and finding a place to live. Pray that we
have the money or that God will provide us with the money to afford a
house. Thank You.
(VRS, United States, 5/2/2015 7:32:46 PM)
Heavenly father thank you for all the Blessings,please guide us with
your Holy spirit as we go along with our work.Lord please Bless all the
grandmother and grandfather who are staying in the home for the ages.we
ask this through Christ our Lord.Amen
(antang4, , 5/2/2015 6:47:33 PM)
Please pray that me,my mother and kuya Arvin's visas be approved through
the grace of God. Please pray over the consul officers that they be
moved to approve our visas. May God grant this favor to us for this will
surely change our lives, amen.
(kate l, San Fernando, Alabama, Philippines, 5/2/2015 2:34:18 PM)
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MP3 4 You
The internet ministry for PM is highlighting our downloadable tapes online. The Gospels of
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are featured as are The Acts of the Apostles Part 1 thru 4, 1
Corinthians Part 1 & 2, and Romans Parts 1-3, thru Revelation. Also available, many MP3 formatted
Audio tapes of most epistles in the bible and numerous 15 minute Bible studies by Fr. Al Lauer.
Take a moment and check the link below
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Small Christian Communities
We believe the Lord is calling us to build hundreds of more communities by raising up
leaders who will form communities
PM's Small Christian Community Network
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Small Christian Community Resources
Introduction to Small Christian Community
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"Unless the Lord Build the House..." - Psalm 127:
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Building Small Christian Communities (Team Manual)
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Building Small Christian Communities (Guide Book)
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For more information contact: community@presentationministries.com
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Bible Telephone Line
New Technology for Bible Telephone Line Ministry
Local Numbers Double Practically Overnight!
The Bible Telephone Line (BTL) has been in operation for 24 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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Pope Francis, Shepherd of Truth
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Notable quotations from Pope Francis and official
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
FATHERS AND FAMILIES
NEEDED BY ALL
Every family needs a father... I would like to begin ...with the Book
of Proverbs, words that a father addresses to his own son ... "My son,
if your heart is wise, my heart too will be glad. My soul will rejoice
when your lips speak what is right" (Pr 23:15-16).
"PRIDE AND EMOTION"
Nothing could better express the pride and emotion a father feels when
he understands that he has handed down to his child what really
matters in life, that is, a wise heart.
THE COST OF FATHERHOOD
A father knows all too well what it costs to hand down this heritage:
how close, how gentle and how firm to be.
(Source: General Audience, 2/4/15)
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2015 RETREATS
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