July 3rd 14th Sunday in ordinary time.
Jesus, even though the church calls this time of the year, ordinary, in to and through You nothing
is ordinary.
It is amazing that You, who are God, love us with a love that is impossible to comprehend.
We are so blessed to be called children of God, for that is what we really are.
Jesus, thank You for continuing to intercede for us to the Father.
And thank You Father, for all the graces You give us.
Help us to try to love more with the kind of love that is truly Christ like.
Amen and Amen.
Thank You Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday BRAND LOYALTY
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"I bear the brand marks of Jesus in my body." -Galatians 6:17
Livestock are branded so that others can tell who owns them. St. Paul bore the brand marks of Jesus
on his body, so all could determine that Jesus owned him. Paul's brand marks were scars and bruises
from the beatings, stonings, and other sufferings he endured for Jesus
(see Acts 14:19; 16:22ff; 2 Cor 11:23ff). Other saints, like Francis of Assisi and Padre Pio, have
borne the stigmata, the wounds of Christ, in their hands and feet.
Could someone tell by looking at your body that you belong to Christ? Here are the brand marks of
some Christians I know:
- circles under the eyes denoting lack of sleep in parents who had more children in loving obedience
to the Lord,
- extra pounds on a parent who, in selflessly caring for children, couldn't find time to work out,
- marked loss of weight during Lent from devoted fasting,
- radiant smiles and glowing faces stemming from overflowing joy in being owned by Jesus (cf Ex 34:30),
- eyes which reflect a peace that passes all understanding (Phil 4:7) in the midst of incredible
personal suffering,
- shaved hair on the heads of males in two families as a sign of empathy to a loved one suffering
from cancer, and
- a permanent, skin-white colored "band" on the wrist of a priest who vowed to wear a thick pro-life
bracelet until legalized abortion is overturned in the USA.
Be crucified to the world (Gal 6:14). Be branded for Jesus, and "glorify God in your body" (1 Cor 6:20).
Prayer: Jesus, receive my body as a living sacrifice (Rm 12:1).
Promise: "As a mother comforts her son, so will I comfort you." -Is 66:13
Praise: Praise You, Lord, "blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords" (1 Tm 6:15).
Alleluia!
Monday AMERICA, AMERICA
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"I will lead her into the desert and speak to her heart." -Hosea 2:16
Tuesday PLANTING A HURRICANE
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"When they sow the wind, they shall reap the whirlwind." -Hosea 8:7
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Brochures
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· Who Am I in Christ?
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"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
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· TV Addiction
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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I am a single man. Holidays can be real bummers for us single people. Pray God gives me a great 4th
of July holliday from today through July 4.
(Anonymous, , 7/2/2016 3:35:15 PM)
I pray God will restore Franciscos marriage
(Anonymous, , 7/2/2016 3:33:05 PM)
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, , 7/2/2016 1:17:15 PM)
Please pray to the Lord that he will restore our marriage. May God touch my husband's heart that he
may choose to heal our marriage and live together for the rest of our lives. May our Lord Jesus Christ
help him to repent from his past actions and remove all obstacles that intervene in our marriage.
Thank you Lord for giving me the strength to endure this difficult time and allowing me the opportunity
to forgive those who have hurt me. May it be your will, Lord, that our marriage is heal.
(Francisco & Norma, , 7/2/2016 11:41:06 AM)
The Lord is good all the time. Father thank you for another day and month. Lord I pray for my family,
Lord help our father to do the right thing. Lord help the children to forgive and be a loving children.
This we ask in your son Jesus Christ Amen.
(Naa, , 7/2/2016 9:17:44 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 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.
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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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
GOD'S MERCY
DON'T WASTE TIME
Let us not waste this ... favorable ... time for conversion! We ask this through the maternal
intercession of the Virgin Mary, who encountering the greatness of God's mercy freely bestowed upon
her, was the first to acknowledge her lowliness (cf. Lk 1:48) and to call herself the Lord's humble
servant (cf. Lk 1:38).
EXPERIENCE FIRST HAND
The mercy of God is a proclamation made to the world, a proclamation which each Christian is called
to experience at first hand.
MYSTERY OF GOD'S MERCY
The mystery of divine mercy is revealed in the history of the covenant between God and His people
Israel. God shows Himself ever rich in mercy, ever ready to treat His people with deep tenderness and
compassion ...
(Source: Message for Lent 2016, dated 10/4/2015, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi)
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ministries.
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2016 RETREATS
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2016 RETREATS
· Laudato SI: Caring for Our Common Home (Jul 15-17)
· The Sacraments: the Living Water of Grace (Jul 18-20)
· Be Still and Know That I Am God: Silent Retreat (Jul 30-Aug 2)
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