March 6th Fourth Sunday of Lent
Jesus, we have the best intentions of making this the best Lent we have ever
had, then life gets in the way.
But, in You, it is never too late to come back to You with all our heart, soul
and mind.
Let us focus on Your amazing love that You have for us and bring us back to
adoration, where we can come and adore You.
Let us realize that Lent isn't just a time to give something up, but really more
a time for metanouia (a change of heart).
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 PRODIGALS' VICTIMS
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"But we had to celebrate and rejoice! This brother of yours was dead, and has
come back to life. He was lost, and is found." -Luke 15:32
If someone raped and murdered your daughter and then repented, would you
attend the party given by God in honor of the repentant rapist-murderer? If
you are a normal human being, you would grow "angry at this and would not go
in" (Lk 15:28).
By God's grace, there are many repentant rapists, murderers, blasphemers,
persecutors, and men and women formerly filled with arrogance (see 1 Tm 1:13).
God the Father is constantly throwing parties for all His returned prodigal
children, and He invites all their victims and their families to come to the
celebration. However, those who see themselves as victimized, rather than
prodigal, naturally don't feel like going to the party.
Only by accepting God's grace to forgive the prodigals will the victims be
able to come to the party. There they may realize that the prodigals are
victims and the victims prodigals. There they will see even more clearly not
only the horror of sin but also the miraculous glory of repentance and
forgiveness. There they will see the Victim Who is not a prodigal. There they
will see God.
Prayer: Father, by Your grace, may I forgive everyone for everything.
Promise: "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old order has
passed away; now all is new!" -2 Cor 5:17
Praise: Praise You, Lord Jesus, for dying to forgive our sins. Praise You,
Lord, Mercy incarnate. All glory to You forever and ever!
Monday IN TWENTY DAYS
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"You changed my mourning into dancing; You took off my sackcloth and clothed
me with gladness, that my soul might sing praise to You without ceasing; O
Lord my God, forever will I give You thanks." -Psalm 30:12-13
Tuesday THE WATER FOUNTAIN
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"There is a stream whose runlets gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling
of the Most High. God is in its midst." -Psalm 46:5-6
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Brochures
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This Week's Featured Brochures
· 14 Questions on Forgiveness
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· Guilt, Guilt-Trips, and Scrupulosity
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· Be Holy, For I Am Holy
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· The Secret of Fasting
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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PLEASE pray for a complete healing of body head to toe for James B. He has
rectal bleeding, fatigue and pain in his back and hips, THANK YOU.
(sandra m, ny, , 3/5/2016 7:11:35 PM)
My lord and my God! I am favored . In Jesus I trust! my sister left my house
in sick condition . God I have forgiven her. amen.
(Anonymous, , 3/5/2016 4:02:27 PM)
For the spiritual, emotional, and physical well being of our daughter EB.
And please bring her home to the Catholic Church. Thank you
(Carol, Arizona, , 3/5/2016 12:59:32 PM)
Please pray for my husband Kevin John to change his idea to ruin our family.
Our kids are very small and love him. lease help
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Praying for healing and restoration of vision for friend. Peace thru dark
time.
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Lifting up S. in hospital with rare life threatening condition. Praying for
full recovery and healing please Lord.
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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 well as covering the entire New Testament 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
available by email Tuesday through Friday. For automatic email
delivery send request to: bibleline@presentationministries.com
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
YOUTH AND MERCY
CELEBRATING THE HOLY YEAR
The Church is celebrating the Holy Year of Mercy, a time of grace, peace,
conversion and joy. It is meant for everyone: people of every age, from far
and near.
MERCY CAN'T BE STOPPED
There are no walls or distances which can prevent the Father's mercy from
reaching and embracing us. The Holy Door is now open in Rome and in all the
dioceses of the world.
THIS CONCERNS YOU
This grace-filled moment also concerns you, dear young people. I encourage
you to take an active part in this celebration and to realize that each of
you is a child of God.
(Message for the Jubilee of Mercy for young boys and girls, 1/6/16)
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2016 RETREATS
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2016 RETREATS
· Women's Day of Renewal: Set the Captives Free (Mar 19)
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· Mission of the Church: The Laity's Call to Radiate Joy (May 20-22)
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