
Sharing the Word for May 18, 2022
If we stay attached to the vine we will have life, and bring forth the abundant fruit that the Father has in mind for Jesus’ disciples. In our fruitfulness the Father is glorified.
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If we stay attached to the vine we will have life, and bring forth the abundant fruit that the Father has in mind for Jesus’ disciples. In our fruitfulness the Father is glorified.
Find a quiet place to go and sit—even if it’s just for a few minutes. If you can’t get away, try to watch a video or listen to a recording of some soothing nature sounds for a few minutes.
Saint Paschal Baylon was born into the Golden Age of the Church in Spain: the 16th century. He worked as a shepherd where he had ample time for prayer and mortification.
Jesus promised the disciples his peace. It’s not the mere absence of conflict nor economic well-being that he’s promising. It is rather the assurance of salvation–the guarantee of fullness of life.
Friars of the 13th century urged this holy woman to embark on a public crusade to call sinners to conversion.
When you feel attacked, before responding breathe deeply and center yourself. Discern what’s going on, and act and speak in ways that bring healing to the situation.
Saint Margaret of Cortona’s life story certainly had its ups and downs. Having run away from her stepmother after her mother’s death, she lived with a man and bore him a son.
Authentic glory and praise belongs only to God because of his mercy and truth. All other gods–all other energies–are nothing in comparison with him.
A married man known for his love of prayer, Saint Isidore the Farmer is one of the five saints of Spain. Saint Isidore worked on the estate of a wealthy landowner and thus attained the title of farmer.
The world can be an argumentative place. Strong opinions abound, and our human pride makes us want to be right, be heard, and get in the last word.
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