O Holy Spirit, I adore theelead me along thy pathEnlighten me, inspire me,strengthen me, and console meI give myself to theeonly let me know your will - From a loose page of paper in 2014 We came across these words not in a prayer journal, but on a loose page of notebook with few short-term … [Read more...] about Enlightenment in the everyday
Recommitment in a time of stress
My God, as I enter into a time of great stress, give peace to my soul. Help me not to be anxious but to commit myself to you, to your will. May my faith not be in myself. O God, you are the giver of all that is good; who can interfere with your will. O God, may I rest in you -- even as I get … [Read more...] about Recommitment in a time of stress
I rest in peace
Father, my God, as I close my eyes to rest may you support me. I rest in peace, my eyes on you, O Father. I fear nothing under your wing. What rest is there but rest in you, O God. Prayer Journal, December 1, 2014 Read previous offerings I drop my fears The immensity of … [Read more...] about I rest in peace
I drop my fears
My God, as I sit and ponder, my fears multiply. Worse, I do no know where you are. My God, you stand with open arms, but I cannot find you. I am undeserving of your aid. But I, O God, am your servant and you have made me. You are my Father -- everything. I drop my fears, O God, my petty worries; I … [Read more...] about I drop my fears
The immensity of mercy
As much as the Lord blesses me I turn my back to him. How does this happen? It seems as though as great is your grace to me, my sin increases to match it. But, O God, when I turn to you with realization of my brokenness, nothing can quench the immensity of your Mercy. Prayer … [Read more...] about The immensity of mercy
Provision and Providence
Dear Parishioners and Friends, We give thanks for God's provision this week. But outside the swirl of preparation and feasting, let's take a moment to consider God's Providence. The Pilgrims would have died were it not for a Catholic Indian who could speak English.The pilgrims were facing … [Read more...] about Provision and Providence