† Quote of the Day“If you want God to hear your prayers, hear the voice of the poor. If you wish God to anticipate your wants, provide those of the needy without waiting for them to ask you.” -St. Thomas of Villanova Daily VerseTherefore thus says the Lord God, "Behold, I am laying in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, of a sure foundation: 'He who believes will not be in haste.' -Isaiah 28:16
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Homily Blessed Anna Maria TaigiBl. Anna Maria Taigi (1769-1837) was born in Siena, Italy, to a poor working class family. Her family later moved to Rome, and Anna took on various low-skill jobs to help with the family finances. She married a pious man with a bad temper, which helped her to grow in virtue, and together they had seven children. As a young wife and mother she discerned God calling her to renounce the vanities and worldliness that she was accustomed to. She began to give little care to fancy dress, and accepted God's grace more in her life. With her husband's consent she transformed their home into a sanctuary through which she would serve God. Although she was not wealthy, Anna would give her spare money to the poor and needy. She soon entered the Third Order of Trinitarians and grew in holiness. God transformed her into a mystic: she experienced ecstasies during prayer, and was given visions of the future and the state of other's souls which were shown to her in a miraculous golden globe of light over the course of forty-seven years. Many sought her out for spiritual advice as she attended her household duties. She refused special favors from benefactors, and instead lived a life of austerity, relying on God to provide for her daily needs. Anna Maria's life was marked with much suffering, which she joyfully embraced, and God used her as an instrument for many conversions. Her feast day is June 9th.
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Blessed Anna Maria TaigiBl. Anna Maria Taigi (1769-1837) was born in Siena, Italy, to a poor working class family. Her family later moved to Rome, and Anna took on various low-skill jobs to help with the family finances. She married a pious man with a bad temper, which helped her to grow in virtue, and together they had seven children. As a young wife and mother she discerned God calling her to renounce the vanities and worldliness that she was accustomed to. She began to give little care to fancy dress, and accepted God's grace more in her life. With her husband's consent she transformed their home into a sanctuary through which she would serve God. Although she was not wealthy, Anna would give her spare money to the poor and needy. She soon entered the Third Order of Trinitarians and grew in holiness. God transformed her into a mystic: she experienced ecstasies during prayer, and was given visions of the future and the state of other's souls which were shown to her in a miraculous golden globe of light over the course of forty-seven years. Many sought her out for spiritual advice as she attended her household duties. She refused special favors from benefactors, and instead lived a life of austerity, relying on God to provide for her daily needs. Anna Maria's life was marked with much suffering, which she joyfully embraced, and God used her as an instrument for many conversions. Her feast day is June 9th.
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Tuesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary TimeLectionary: 360 Reading I1 Kings 17:7-16 The brook near where Elijah was hiding ran dry,
because no rain had fallen in the land.
So the LORD said to Elijah:
“Move on to Zarephath of Sidon and stay there.
I have designated a widow there to provide for you.”
He left and went to Zarephath.
As he arrived at the entrance of the city,
a widow was gathering sticks there; he called out to her,
“Please bring me a small cupful of water to drink.”
She left to get it, and he called out after her,
“Please bring along a bit of bread.”
She answered, “As the LORD, your God, lives,
I have nothing baked;
there is only a handful of flour in my jar
and a little oil in my jug.
Just now I was collecting a couple of sticks,
to go in and prepare something for myself and my son;
when we have eaten it, we shall die.”
Elijah said to her, “Do not be afraid.
Go and do as you propose.
But first make me a little cake and bring it to me.
Then you can prepare something for yourself and your son.
For the LORD, the God of Israel, says,
‘The jar of flour shall not go empty,
nor the jug of oil run dry,
until the day when the LORD sends rain upon the earth.’”
She left and did as Elijah had said.
She was able to eat for a year, and Elijah and her son as well;
the jar of flour did not go empty,
nor the jug of oil run dry,
as the LORD had foretold through Elijah. Responsorial PsalmPsalm 4:2-3, 4-5, 7b-8 R. (7a) Lord, let your face shine on us.
When I call, answer me, O my just God,
you who relieve me when I am in distress;
Have pity on me, and hear my prayer!
Men of rank, how long will you be dull of heart?
Why do you love what is vain and seek after falsehood?
R. Lord, let your face shine on us.
Know that the LORD does wonders for his faithful one;
the LORD will hear me when I call upon him.
Tremble, and sin not;
reflect, upon your beds, in silence.
R. Lord, let your face shine on us.
O LORD, let the light of your countenance shine upon us!
You put gladness into my heart,
more than when grain and wine abound.
R. Lord, let your face shine on us. AlleluiaMatthew 5:16 R. Alleluia, alleluia.
Let your light shine before others
That they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.
R. Alleluia, alleluia. GospelMatthew 5:13-16 Jesus said to his disciples:
“You are the salt of the earth.
But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned?
It is no longer good for anything
but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.
You are the light of the world.
A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.
Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket;
it is set on a lampstand,
where it gives light to all in the house.
Just so, your light must shine before others,
that they may see your good deeds
and glorify your heavenly Father.”
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Praise to You Oh Lord Jesus Christ!
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Daily Meditation: Matthew 5:13-16You are the salt of the earth. (Matthew 5:13) Everybody’s looking for something. Some strive for wealth, others pursue power, and still others seek human affirmation. But none of these are truly satisfying. As Pope St. John Paul II told the pilgrims gathered for World Youth Day 2000, “It is Jesus in fact that you seek when you dream of happiness; he is waiting for you when nothing else you find satisfies you.” In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells his disciples how they can help people find the One who satisfies their deepest longing. He declares that they are “the salt of the earth” (Matthew 5:13). He is saying that a “holy” person brings flavor and life into the world. A holy person—a disciple of Jesus—reflects the goodness of God simply by becoming the man or woman God created them to be. This turns our ideas about holiness upside down! When we consider the saints, we think, “That could never be me.” With their heroic deeds and their self-denial and suffering, they seem more like Jesus than like us. But it’s important to remember that Jesus spoke these words not only to his apostles, but also to the crowd gathered around them. He spoke them to everyday men and women just like us. That means that we can all be “salt of the earth” (Matthew 5:13). As we “lose” our lives and follow Jesus, we “find” a more lively, exciting, “flavorful” life growing within us. We become more generous with our time and resources. We are more merciful and kind to the people around us. And we demonstrate the peace of Christ, even in challenging circumstances. And that new life makes us more attractive to everyone else. St. Thomas Aquinas wrote, “Grace does not destroy nature but perfects it” (Summa I.1.8). To be holy is not to deny our humanity. It is the way God made us to live. His sanctifying grace builds upon the nature and personality we already have, making it clearer, stronger, and more beautiful. Without Jesus, life can be a bland, endless, and futile flight from pain and difficulty. But with Jesus, life becomes an adventure with the God who loves us. As we walk with him, we become more ourselves and yet more like him. And that makes us more “salty” in a world yearning for life. “Jesus, I want to become more like you—the salt of the earth.” 1 Kings 17:7-16
Psalm 4:2-5, 7-8
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From today's Holy Gospel: ".... You are the light of the world.
A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.
Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket;
it is set on a lampstand,
where it gives light to all in the house.
Just so, your light must shine before others,
that they may see your good deeds
and glorify your heavenly Father.” .... ”
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From Roberto Juarez:
"When we think of these words of Jesus, the saints come to mind. They were salt and light in their concrete circumstances. Not everyone preached great sermons. Not all of them founded congregations. Many simply lived the gospel faithfully. And that fidelity enlightened those around them.
Today's Gospel invites us to ask ourselves: Do I retain the flavor of the Gospel in my life? Am I letting Christ enlighten my heart? Am I a light to those around me? Or do I hide my faith out of fear, comfort, or indifference? It's not about doing extraordinary things. It is about living as authentic disciples where God has placed us.
Today Jesus reminds us of our identity and our mission. We are salt of the earth. We are the light of the world. Not because of our merits, but because Christ lives in us. Let us ask him never to lose the savor of faith or to hide the light we have received. And may our words, our deeds, and our way of life help others to discover the goodness, beauty, and truth of God. Thus, seeing our good works, they will give glory to the Father who is in heaven." end quote.
Our Lord said to let our light shine so that the world will see our good deeds and glorify our Heavenly Father.
Sadly, the world and many protestant churches teach against this. Crazy right?
How? Many in the worldly thoughts always say that the reason for evil is religion. Sounds dark to me. And some protestants are saying that deeds do not matter, and preach "faith alone" is what matters. That sounds dark too. What about all the works our Lord has done and we are called to do the same?
What about being light in the dark? And salt that gives meaning and reason to our very existence!
Our Lord Jesus revealed Himself at the Transfiguration. He became light more powerful than the sun!
And we are baptized into this light, and now are being called to be that into the world...the body of Christ is the body of light.
How? They will know we are Christians by our Love, by our God, for God Is Love.
But not just any love, but a love that seeks absolutely nothing in return. There is no gain for self in a selfless love. There is no self interest. There is nothing but pure love...and this is right...as it is in Heaven.
God needs to pour love into our world...and it will only happen through the Holy will and our will. Thy Will Be Done.
On Earth, As It Is In Heaven.
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Matthew 5:6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied."
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