St. Louis De Montfort quote

"The more the Holy Ghost finds Mary, His dear and inseparable spouse, in any soul, the more active and mighty He becomes in producing Jesus Christ in that soul, and that soul in Jesus Christ." -St. Louis De Montfort (1673-1716)

2 Corinthians 5:17

We will soon begin a new year, 2011. A new year and a new start to grow even more spiritually and to become even stronger in our faith.
"So whoever is in Christ is a new creation: the old things have passed away; behold, new things have come." 2 Corinthians 5:17

The Present

Today is a gift from God, that's why we call it the "present".
Jesus wants us to live in the present, not to dwell in the past or worry about the future.

Luke 2:15-18

When the angels went away from them to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us." So they went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in the manger. When they saw this, they made known the message that had been told them about this child. All who heard it were amazed by what had been told them by the shepherds.Luke 2:15-18

Feast of the Holy Family

Today is the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Let us follow the example of the Holy Family and live our lives according the will of God. Let our lives become a good example for others and help to lead them to God.

Have a Blessed Christmas

Have a Blessed Christmas! As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, please join us in prayer as we meditate especially on the third Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Nativity . In the Nativity, the Birth of Jesus, we find the true meaning of Christmas and we find Peace, Hope and Strength for our lives.

Luke 2:8-11

...there were shephards out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night...And the angel said to them, "Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; for to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:8-11

Luke 2:4-5

And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be enrolled with Mary his betrothed, who was with child. Luke 2:4-5

Matthew 2:9-11

...the star which they had seen in the East went before them, till it came to rest over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy; and going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshipped him. Then opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. Matthew 2:9-11

Matthew 2:1-2

Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, "Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the East, and have come to worship him." Matthew 2:1-2

John 1:14

And the word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father. John 1:14

Isaiah 7:14

Therefore the Lord himself will give you this sign:
the virgin shall conceive, and bear a son,
and shall name him Emmanuel. Isaiah 7:14

1 John 5:4-5

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? 1 John 5:4-5

1 Corinthians 3:16

Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you?
1 Corinthians 3:16

Proverbs 16:32

He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city. Proverbs 16:32

Proverbs 19:11

Good sense makes a man slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense.
Proverbs 19:11

Psalm 106:1

Praise the Lord! O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! Psalm 106:1

Psalm 51 :1-2

Have mercy on me, O God, according to thy steadfast love; according to thy abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin!
Psalm 51:1-2

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Today is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Our Blessed Mother appeared to Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531. She is the Patroness of the Americas and the Patroness of the Unborn.
Our Lady of Guadalupe, please pray for us.

St. Juan Diego

Today is the Feast Day of St. Juan Diego, a humble man to whom Our Blessed Mother appeared as Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico. He lived from 1474 to 1548. He was canonized a Saint by Pope John Paul ll in 2002.

Sirach 34:16-17

The eyes of the Lord are upon those who love him, a mighty protection and strong support, a shelter from the hot wind and a shade from noonday sun, a guard against stumbling and a defense against falling. He lifts up the soul and gives light to the eyes; he grants healing, life, and blessing. Sirach 34:16-17

Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Today we honor Our Blessed Mother with the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
"O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee."

Psalm 66:20

Blessed be God, because he has not rejected my prayer or removed his steadfast love from me! Psalm 66:20

Romans 12:19-21

Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God; for it is written, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord." No, if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals upon his head. Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:19-21

Romans 12:2

Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may prove what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
Romans 12:2

Romans 8:28

We know that in everything God works for good with those who love him, who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28

Psalm 27:14

Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; yea, wait for the Lord! Psalm 27:14

1 John 1:9

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9