Thought for the day…

Week of Sep 5 to Sep 11, 2010

Sun, Sep. 5     It is trust in God’s fidelity that gives strength to be faithful.

      Servant of God, Bishop William Giaquinta

                 Suggestion:  Worrying is a sign you are not trusting so pray for the needed grace

Mon, Sep. 6   It only takes a second. Before starting anything ask yourself: What does God want of me in this?

                                                                   Then with divine grace, do it.                                                                                        Saint Josemaria Escriva

                                    Suggestion:  Pray for the discernment to know HIS will not yours.

Tue, Sep. 7     For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.                                                            Matthew 11:30

              Suggestion:  When the cross is heavy, you are carrying it alone...ask for Jesus’ help.

Wed, Sep. 8                                   THE Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

        We ponder the example Mary, our Mother,  gave to us, she dared to risk;

                                                                                                          we thank her for the gift she gave us.

            Servant of God, Bishop William Giaquinta

           Suggestion: Be like Mary and say YES to what is asking of

Thu, Sep. 9                                   Feast of Saint Peter Claver

         We must speak to them with our hands before we try to speak to them with our lips.

Saint Peter Claver

                                              Suggestion: Let your actions speak the meaning of scripture

Fri, Sep. 10    Render service with enthusiasm, as to the Lord and not to men or women, knowing that whatever good we do, we will receive the same again from the Lord.

Eph 6:7-8

                                       Suggestion:  The smile on your face speaks volumes of what you mean.

Sat, Sep. 11   Divine Spirit, grant us ardent love, strength in difficulties, and generous self-giving toward all.

Servant of God, Bishop William Giaquinta

                                                          Suggestion: Say a prayer for all those who gave their lives on this day.

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