October 8th, 27th Sunday in ordinary time.
Jesus, as we celebrate this ordinary time, never let us feel just ordinary, for we surely
aren't.
We are amazingly blessed, by having been created by God in His image and likeness.
Oh Christ, how hard it is for us to contemplate the riches of Your love for us.
We struggle to understand the depths of that love, and the constant giving, of all the
graces needed to survive this pilgrim journey, and at Your call, come home to spend
eternity with You forever, and ever.
Jesus, never let us think as the world thinks of life, but rather let us truly realize
that we have a mission in this life to serve You, by serving others.
Let this action of love be a cause of great joy and peace.
Amen and Amen.
Thank You Lord, for loving us totally.
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One Bread, One Body
This weeks readings and reflections
Sunday BORN TO BE WILD?
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"Why...did it bring forth wild grapes?" -Isaiah 5:4
God took perfect care of His vineyard, the house of Israel (Is 5:1ff). With a perfect
Gardener and perfect care, you would expect the vineyard to produce domesticated, fruitful
grapes. No one would logically expect wild grapes to be produced. For this to happen, the
domesticated grapevines that were planted and cultivated would seemingly need to have new
DNA, that of wild grapes, and that is what resulted.
Therefore, God told the people of Israel, and us also, that if they want to change their
nature to be wild, He would let them live in a condition which fits their desire for
wildness. Thus, the Lord tore down the walls which protected the vineyard, allowing wild
conditions, wild plants, and wild animals to invade (Is 5:5-6). Perhaps then the Israelites,
and us as well, would come to their senses (see Lk 15:17ff) and return to the Lord. Perhaps
the wild grapes would learn from the merciless effects of wild living and humbly return to
their domesticated, fruitful nature that comes with being a child of God.
When Jesus proclaimed the parable of the vineyard in today's Gospel reading, those who heard
understood Jesus' message all too clearly. It was not that they couldn't understand Jesus;
it was that most of those who heard Him rejected His message, rejected God and His
protection, and chose wildness and separation from Him.
The message is clear. God's plan is to bring us into His family so we'll bear good fruit.
Repent of any desire to "run wild" and rebel against the Lord (Ex 32:25).
Prayer: Father, do in me whatever it takes in order to do through me whatever You will.
Promise: "Then God's own peace, which is beyond all understanding, will stand guard over
your hearts and minds." -Phil 4:7
Praise: Praise You, Jesus, "my Lord and my God!" (Jn 20:28)
Monday LIVING A HELL OF A LIFE?
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Jonah "paid the fare, and went aboard to journey with them to Tarshish, away from the
Lord." -Jonah 1:3
Tuesday BETTER, NOT BITTER
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"Mary has chosen the better portion and she shall not be deprived of it." -Luke 10:42
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This Week's Featured Publications
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· The Beatitudes
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· The Book on Forgiveness
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· Obedience School
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· Hearing God
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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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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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Thank you lord for the healing & blessing of my aunt rosemary. She is doing so much better
& we give all thanks to you for your healing. May you continue to take care of her.
(Lisa S., Poteet, Texas, United States, 10/7/2017 12:18:10 PM)
Please lord, I Pray for your miracle in my life that my marriage is fixed with Ranil D. in
days to come and everything goes well. Please cover his and my family with your precious
blood. Please lord, Ranil's mum calls quickly/soon to fix everything, we are awaiting a
positive phone call at the earliest, Please lord say YES to this union, everything is
possible with your will, Please help me lord. we are waiting for a call. Please remove any
confusion from their mind and i pray they call soon, we have been waiting for this from
past few weeks, please let it happen soon. Lord, you have brought us so close, please make
us ONE in body and soul. Thanks lord for all your blessings.
(ARTI S., INGLEBURN, NSW, Australia, 10/7/2017 12:09:23 PM)
Fear is useless. LORD please look kindly on the petitions posted and all the requests said
silently in our hearts. LORD let it be your will to forgive my sins and all the sins of
those here on this site. JESUS lead us from temptation today. JESUS please ask the FATHER
to help those that truly need help today to get help and those that can help today to help.
Thank you
(Jim, Wisconsin, , 10/7/2017 11:45:43 AM)
Please help us grow closer. Please help with this upcoming week. Watch over George co and
Trex. Watch over mom and Roger. Thanks for ur blessings.
(Anonymous, , 10/7/2017 10:17:11 AM)
Pray please God will help my husband and soon, that God gives comfort to my husband,
restores his faith and confidence -Please God watch over my husband today, help him through
his stress today and grant him a peaceful night sleep tonight. Lord Jesus Christ son of our
living God please have mercy on my husband. I ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen. Thank
you.
(Virginia, Nevada, United States, 10/7/2017 9:52:38 AM)
Thank you Father for another week. Lord I pray for my family, we need you protection
everywhere we go,fill our heart with your love and walk with us,in Jesus name we pray Amen
(Naa, , 10/7/2017 7:55:08 AM)
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Catholic MP3 Talks & Teachings
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
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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 26 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.
THE BTL RECENTLY WENT TO A SINGLE NUMBER FOR THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES
United States: 513-823-3111
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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
FAITH AND MISSION
YOUTH AND MISSION
Young people are the hope of mission. The person of Jesus Christ and the Good News He
proclaimed continue to attract many young people. They seek ways to put themselves with
courage and enthusiasm at the service of humanity.
BE INSPIRED BY MARY
... Let us draw inspiration from Mary, Mother of Evangelization. Moved by the Spirit, she
welcomed the Word of life in the depths of her humble faith. May the Virgin Mother help us
to say our own "yes", conscious of the urgent need to make the Good News of Jesus resound
in our own time. May she obtain for us renewed zeal in bringing to everyone the Good News
of the life that is victorious over death. May she intercede for us so that we can acquire
the holy audacity needed to discover new ways to bring the gift of salvation to every man
and woman.
GATHER AROUND JESUS
... World Mission Day gathers us around ... Jesus, "the very first and greatest
evangelizer" (Paul VI ...) who continually sends us forth to proclaim the Gospel of the
love of God the Father in the power of the Holy Spirit. This Day invites us to reflect
anew on the mission at the heart of the Christian faith.
(Source: Message for World Mission Day, issued 6/4/2017, Pentecost Sunday)
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PM Ministry List
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2017 RETREATS
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2017 RETREATS
· How to Teach the Bible in the Power of the Holy Spirit (Oct 18-20)
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