Discover the Divine Mercy in Everyday Acts: Exploring the Beauty of Compassion and Kindness
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Unveiling Meek Strength: Discover the powerful paradox of meekness as Jesus exemplifies grace-filled hidden strength in unexpected ways. Explore the profound implications of imitating Christ's meekness, a virtue that holds its own against all odds. By Fr. Joe Tetlow, SJ
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Discover how Jesus' words, "Blessed are those who mourn," take on a profound meaning beyond sorrow, offering solace in times of global turmoil and personal struggles. Join Father Joe Tetlow, SJ, as he explores the meaning behind these words, revealing a path from sadness to ultimate comfort that resonates deeply with the challenges of the present world.
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Discover the true essence of being blessed and happy in this insightful blog post by Fr. Joe Tetlow, S.J. Delve into the concept of being "poor in spirit" as Jesus taught, where gratitude transforms everything into a gift.
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Just as Jennifer found happiness in her baby's dependence, so does God find joy in our unwavering trust in Him—for everything, every moment of the day and night. Embracing our dependence on God becomes a source of profound delight for both us and our Creator.
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From the cherished "I love you" to the challenges of making it holy and selfless, Fr. Joe Tetlow’s blog post reveals the sacred journey of expressing love to our parents, siblings, friends, and even our enemies; and then to the one who has express his love for us first. The creator God.
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We are called to be co-creators with God, even if we can’t create from nothing.
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Amidst political turmoil, let us remember the vital link between virtuous individuals and a thriving democracy, staying true to our faith, upholding our values, and exercising our right to vote.
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Our asceticism goes unnoticed, but we persevere, united in prayer, trust, and love in the name of Jesus Christ. 🌟🤝
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"Stay connected, embrace His word, and watch as He supports us lovingly—bringing forth abundant fruit in our lives."
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In the gentle whispers of His Word, God inscribes upon our hearts and minds the law of love—a blueprint for our existence, guiding us toward the path of ultimate happiness and fulfillment. As King David eloquently expressed, "I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart" (Psalm 40:8).
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Discover the promise of eternal life with loved ones in the splendors of a renewed earth. Read Fr. Joe Tetlow, S.J.'s latest blog for Montserrat Retreat House.
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Fr. Joe Tetlow, SJ invites us to discover the promise of eternal life: A Heavenly Banquet of Harmony and Love.
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"We are stardust, breathed to life by the Holy Spirit. Baptized in Christ, we're called to bring peace and kindness to a desolate world. We are the leaven, the Kingdom right at hand.We live in Christ, and the tree of faith keeps growing. Let's keep praying to truly mean it. #IgnatianSpirituality"
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In difficult times, we turn to our friends in the Lord to share our struggles. St. Paul, who also endured similar conversations, reminded the early Church to be kind, forgiving, and bear one another's burdens. As we support our friends in their mournful moments, we remember Jesus' words, "Happy are those who mourn."
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All Christians, not just clergy, are called to evangelize by loving and hoping in Jesus Christ in day-to-day lives and in everything give thanks to the Lord to do the 'new evangelization'.
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God became a human in Jesus. God didn't just become a man, but he actually became flesh and blood, just like us. All the matter and energy in the universe is connected to God because he created it. So, in a way, we are all made of the same stuff as God. And when Jesus was here on earth, he went through all the same stuff we go through, like happiness and sadness, and he understands us because of it. God isn't just some distant being, but he's right here with us, and he knows us inside and out.
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The psalms were a source of comfort and faith for the people of the Old Testament, who sang them in both good times and bad, and passed them down through the generations. Jesus prayed them too. At Mass, we continue this tradition and remember the perseverance and faith of those who came before us.
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Sometimes when we're trying to pray, we might feel like we're not good enough or important enough for God to care about. But that's just a temptation, it's also an insult to God who created us and loves us as we are. When we're thinking that way, we're not really turning our minds towards God but towards ourselves, instead of remembering that God's promise is to answer us when we call on Him. We would do good to remember that Jesus showed us through His actions that He cares for everyone, no matter how insignificant we might feel, so when we feel like we're too miserable to pray, we should turn to Him and ask Him to heal us too. He's waiting for us to ask.
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When we feel like a candle burning in an empty room, we find out that our loneliness is God’s gift to
us, telling us that all of us are for each other
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