Sharing the Word for December 11, 2020
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
December 11, 2020
In giving us freedom, God has given us the power to resist his omnipotent love. He will come to us and care for us, but only if we are willing to receive his gifts.
What’s in Today’s Mail?
Carol Ann Morrow
December 11, 2020
Thank you that my needs are simple. Help me resist the urge to order from each colorful catalog. Lead me to make good choices.
Our Lady of Guadalupe
María Ruiz Scaperlanda
December 11, 2020
Even before the sun breaks through the horizon on December 12, the burst of firecrackers rings throughout Mexico to announce the greatest national fiesta of the year—the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Words and Prayers
Albert Haase, OFM
December 11, 2020
Knowing that one is being prayed for can open a person’s soul to be receptive to hope.
Pope encourages church’s efforts to bring peace, aid to Syria, Iraq
Reflecting on crises still unfolding in Syria and Iraq, Pope Francis encouraged every effort, big or small, to help foster peace there and help Christians remain.