November 15th 33rd Sunday in ordinary time
This week, Oh! Christ, Your church celebrates the "Presentation
of Mary".
Let us see in this feast that Your plan of our redemption was
unfolding in a very simple yet concise way.
Mary, our mother, the "new ark of the covenant" was brought to
God so as to be sealed in His love.
Mary, our mother, was always and still is, full of grace, and her
intercession is very powerful, for all of us.
We have a loving, caring mother who loves us and prays for us all.
Jesus, give us the grace to realize Your love, and the means
we can use to get the help we need to reach Your kingdom in
heaven, some day, thank You Jesus.
Amen and Amen.
Thank you Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday THE END OF THE END
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"When you see these things happening, you will know that He is near, even
at the door." -Mark 13:29
Immediately before the end of the world, we will have "trials of every sort"
(Mk 13:24). "It shall be a time unsurpassed in distress since nations began
until that time" (Dn 12:1). "Indeed, had the Lord not shortened the period,
not a person would be saved. But for the sake of those He has chosen, He has
shortened the days" (Mk 13:20).
We will see a mass apostasy from our Christian faith, as the "man of
lawlessness," the Anti-Christ, is revealed (2 Thes 2:3). "Because of the
increase of evil, the love of most will grow cold. The man who holds out to
the end, however, is the one who will see salvation" (Mt 24:12-13). "At that
time there shall arise Michael, the great prince, guardian of your people;
it shall be a time unsurpassed in distress since nations began until that
time. At that time your people shall escape, everyone who is found written
in the book" (Dn 12:1). "Some shall live forever, others shall be an
everlasting horror and disgrace. But the wise shall shine brightly like the
splendor of the firmament, and those who lead the many to justice shall be
like the stars forever" (Dn 12:2-3). All of these things are certain and
true, for Jesus has promised: "The heavens and the earth will pass away but
My words will not pass" (Mk 13:31).
Repent! Live for Jesus alone! Lift up your eyes to see Jesus "coming in the
clouds with great power and glory" (Mk 13:26). Maranatha! "Come, Lord Jesus!"
(Rv 22:20)
Prayer: Father, I want to be ready.
Promise: "Jesus offered one sacrifice for sins and took His seat forever at
the right hand of God; now He waits until His enemies are placed beneath His
feet." -Heb 10:12-13
Praise: Praise the risen Jesus, Who will come again in glory!
Monday AMONG OUR GREATEST NEEDS
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"A blind man sat at the side of the road begging. Hearing a crowd go by the
man asked, 'What is that?' The answer came that Jesus of Nazareth was passing
by." -Luke 18:35-37
Tuesday DIE AND LET LIVE
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"I will leave to the young a noble example of how to die willingly and
generously for the revered and holy laws." -2 Maccabees 6:28
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Brochures
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· Who Am I in Christ?
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PREFACE
"He who seeks only himself brings himself to ruin, whereas he who
brings himself to nought for Me discovers who he is." -Matthew 10:39
We must know who we are before we know .........................
· The Bible on Sex
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· Introduction to Small Christian Communities
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· Who Cares?
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· The Beatitudes
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· The Pro-Life Scriptural Rosary
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Brochures by Topic
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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Complete Healing - Mark & Debbie
(Mark, , 11/14/2015 8:28:23 PM)
I'm living in terrible fear that I will lose my job due to a bad judgment
call with a student. The job has become extremely difficult over the last
few months and my stress levels are very high. Prayer is difficult;
worship next to impossible. My faith is wavering for God's provision and
support. Release from this job and a new one would be a blessing.
(Andy, , 11/14/2015 4:55:57 PM)
At a time where most governments and businesses around the world are
choosing to remove God out to the background of their respective cultures
and societies we are witnessing an increase and more visible work of the
devil; in the attacks in Paris and continued persecution of Christians
openly and blatant in new worldly laws. Let us pray for the intercession
of Our Blessed Mother Mary and lis-ten to Her words: "Do whatever He tells
you." In the name of Jesus, open our ears, minds and hearts to hear Your
words and put into practice. "Love one another as I have loved you." Jesus
I Trust in YOU!
(Ken, Texas, , 11/14/2015 3:04:49 PM)
Please pray for Doris and her unborn baby girl of 26 weeks. Mother has had
previous miscarriage and lost twins at 20 weeks. This was an unexpected
pregnancy and doctors said to abort baby but mother refused. Having
contractions and is in pain that is sharp and tight in the abdomen. Please
pray for the baby to be born when safe to do so as well as God's grace and
strength for the parents. Thank you.
(Corrine P, Lexington, MA, , 11/14/2015 12:01:16 PM)
Asking the Lord for safe and happy travel for us. Watch over those at home.
In Your name, Jesus.
(Anonymous, , 11/14/2015 12:01:01 PM)
Praying God will give those in leadership the Divine help, will and strength
to do all they can to root out and destroy evil terrorism faction before it
spreads and grows any further. Thank you Father.
(Anonymous, , 11/14/2015 11:57:51 AM)
Father, we ask that You go before EB and surround her with Your Love and
Angels. Protect her from any breakdown, flat tires, bad traffic, bad weather,
any delays, or evil and bring her home safely. Thank You God, Amen.
(Carol, Arizona, , 11/14/2015 11:27:25 AM)
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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.
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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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Bible Telephone Line
The Bible Telephone Line (BTL) has been in operation for 24 years.
Begun by Fr. Al in 1991, it now continues with one deacon of the
Archdiocese of Indianapolis and two lay teachers trained by
Presentation Ministries. 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 on a separate line. Daily audio reflections are also
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THE BTL RECENTLY WENT TO A SINGLE NUMBER FOR THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES
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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
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI AND CREATION
COMMUNING WITH ALL CREATION
... Whenever he would gaze at the sun, the moon or the smallest of animals,
he burst into song, drawing all other creatures into his praise. He
communed with all creation, even preaching to the flowers, inviting them
to "praise the Lord, just as if they were endowed with reason." (11)
"BONDS OF AFFECTION"
His response to the world around him was so much more than intellectual
appreciation or economic calculus, for to him each and every creature was
a sister united to him by bonds of affection. That is why he felt called
to care for all that exists. (11)
"AWE AND WONDER"
If we approach nature and the environment without this openness to awe and
wonder, if we no longer speak the language of fraternity and beauty in our
relationship with the world, our attitude will be that of masters,
consumers, ruthless exploiters, unable to set limits on their immediate
needs. By contrast if we feel intimately united with all that exists, then
sobriety and care will well up spontaneously. The poverty and austerity of
St. Francis were no mere veneer of asceticism, but something much more
radical: a refusal to turn reality into an object simply to be used and
controlled. (11)
(Source: Encyclical Laudato Si, issued 5/24/15)
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