The Triduum has begun. Mass is over. The Last Supper has been celebrated. The altar has been stripped. The Holy Presence is absent from the tabernacle. The lights and candles extinguished. It is dark. What have we done? Many of us have retired to the side chapel to watch and wait with the Lord as … Continue reading The only way is through
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Keep the Lord in mind at all times
"Through all your days, [...] keep the Lord in mind...at all times bless the Lord, and ask him to make all your paths straight and to grant success to all your endeavors and plans" (Tobit 4:5,19). I am blessed to work in a city where the Friars call home providing mass and other Sacraments daily. … Continue reading Keep the Lord in mind at all times
Humility. Faith.
Mary was visited by an angel and was asked if she would be the Mother of God. She humbly said yes and although she was uncertain and afraid she had faith in God. Together Joseph and Mary prepared a place for Him in their family. Humble shepherds were the first notified by an angel when Jesus … Continue reading Humility. Faith.