February 14th, 2013 First Sunday of Lent
Heavenly Jesus, as we begin the disipline of Lent, open up our hearts, souls, and minds,
to really do this Lent, what would best draw us into a real relationship with You.
Jesus, help us to see that You love us with a love that can't really be understood.
Yet Lord, You want us to let go, and let You be the real Lord of our lives.
Let us also see that You are constantly willing to forgive us, and make us alive with
life.
Let us not understand, but rather just trust You, that You have a plan for our lives
that will work out as You want it to.
Jesus, help us to love all in our lives, and help us to be truly Christed to all
around us.
Let us be light to the world and let us draw others to You through our love and help
to others.
Let us do Lent in peace and joy 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 NOT NEGOTIABLE
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Jesus "was tempted by the devil." -Luke 4:2
Notice how Jesus dispatches the devil and his temptations:
Jesus never engages Satan in dialogue. He does not allow evil to converse
with Him. Three times, He simply speaks the truth and ends the conversation.
Jesus uses Scripture to defeat each temptation.
Jesus was "full of the Holy Spirit" (Lk 4:1). The Holy Spirit fights against
the evil spirit (Gal 5:17).
Jesus was engaged in prayer and fasting (Lk 4:2), which overcome the devil
(Mt 17:21, NAB).
Jesus understood that He was God's beloved Son (Lk 3:22). He knew His Father
would provide all His needs.
The devil "is a liar and is the father of lies" (Jn 8:44). When he tempts us,
he makes promises which he has no intention of keeping (see Lk 4:6). His
promises are lies. Giving into temptation will not make things easier or more
pleasurable for us, because Satan does not bring pleasure but rather
destruction and guilt. The tragic mistake of Adam and Eve was to engage the
devil in conversation. They listened to his deceptions, then considered them,
then tragically embraced them (Gn 3:1ff).
The only answer to the evil one and his temptations is that of Jesus: "Get
behind Me, Satan" (Mt 16:23, JB). We immediately rebuke temptation and listen
only to God. Therefore, abide in God's Word (Jn 8:31), treasure it (Lk 2:19),
and keep it in your heart to defeat temptation (Ps 119:11).
Prayer: Father, fill me with the Holy Spirit. May I hunger and thirst only for
You.
Promise: "If you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your
heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." -Rm 10:9
Praise: Praise You, risen Lord Jesus, for conquering sin, death, and the
kingdom of darkness.
Monday FULL-SERVICE FASTING
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"I assure you, as often as you did it for one of My least brothers, you did it
for Me." -Matthew 25:40
Tuesday MY DAD LOVES ME
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"Your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. This is how you are to pray:
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PM Internet Prayer Requests
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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, , 2/13/2016 5:15:05 PM)
I come to ask for a prayer for myself (Francesca) for God to show me what is
the real bottom of this nonsense in my life and how to solve it. I'm
desperate!
(Francesca, , 2/13/2016 2:45:12 PM)
Fear is useless. LORD please look kindly on the petitions posted and all the
requests said silently in our hearts. LORD please forgive this sinner. Thank
you for giving me a second chance. LORD let me not ruin that chance. LORD I
am not worthy, I need your help. In JESUS I trust.
(Jim, Wisconsin, , 2/13/2016 10:34:07 AM)
Please pray that everything goes well with our eye exams; and that we will
receive eye glasses that fit properly and have the correct prescription.
Asking this in the Holy Name of Jesus. Thank you for praying during this time
of need.
(M & S, Pennsylvania, , 2/13/2016 8:50:00 AM)
Please pray for a victim of date rape who is not doing well. Please give her
strength and take away all fear , anxetyi and depression. Dear God please wrap
your arms around her and let her know that You will never let anything hurt
her. Thank you.
(b, peoria, Illinois, United States, 2/13/2016 8:47:38 AM)
About a year ago, my husband suffered a serious, disabling stroke. We learned
that prior to his stroke he committed a serious crime that could cause us to
lose everything and bring great shame to our family. We are waiting to hear the
consequences for his crime. My teenage daughters and I are struggling to care
for this man who shattered our lives apart. We are very scared and sad as we
face an uncertain future. Please, please pray for us.
(Anonymous, , 2/13/2016 8:18:48 AM)
Saint frances asiisi please help me to restore my striength,grace,favor,glory,
soul and also help me to see my helper in my life.because i am helpless and
homeless lord jesus you are my hope so please help me.Amen
(Addae E., Cape coast, Ghana, Ghana, 2/13/2016 6:20:58 AM)
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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
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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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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
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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