One Walk

When: Friday, September 05, 2008 12:00 AM to Saturday, September 06, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

And they said to him, "The disciples of John fast often and offer prayers, and so do the disciples of the Pharisees, but yours eat and drink." And Jesus said to them, "Can you make wedding guests fast while the bridegroom is with them? The days will come, when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast in those days." He told them a parable also: "No one tears a piece from a new garment and puts it upon an old garment; if he does, he will tear the new, and the piece from the new will not match the old. And no one puts new wine into old wineskins; if he does, the new wine will burst the skins and it will be spilled, and the skins will be destroyed. But new wine must be put into fresh wineskins. And no one after drinking old wine desires new; for he says, `The old is good.'"

Luke 5: 33 – 39

Oh my Lord! How true it is that whoever works for you is paid in troubles! And what a precious price to those who love you if we understand its value.

— St. Teresa

Abba, Father, Lord God, humbled and blessed I give thanks for this day which enables me to be with my babies surrounded in love and innocence of that love, all forgiving, pure, true and unchanging. Thank You Abba Father, in Your name and in Jesus and through the Spirit I gave thanks, Amen.

1 Corinthians 4:1-5<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=_1Cor&ch=4&bv1=1&ev1=5>

Psalm 37:3-6, 27-28, 39-40<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=37&bv1=3&ev1=6&bv2=27&ev2=28&bv3=39&ev3=40>

Luke 5:33-39<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Luke&ch=5&bv1=33&ev1=39>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

When: Thursday, September 04, 2008 12:00 AM to Friday, September 05, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

While the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennes'aret. And he saw two boats by the lake; but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. And when he had ceased speaking, he said to Simon, "Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch." And Simon answered, "Master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets." And when they had done this, they enclosed a great shoal of fish; and as their nets were breaking, they beckoned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, "Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord." For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the catch of fish which they had taken; and so also were James and John, sons of Zeb'edee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, "Do not be afraid; henceforth you will be catching men." And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him.

Luke 5: 1 – 11

As Scripture says, "Those who instruct many in justice will shine as stars for all eternity." They will attain this more easily if they make a covenant of perpetual obedience and strive to cling to Christ and please him alone, because, in his words, "What you did to one of the least of my brethren, you did to me."

— Saint Joseph Calasanz

Abba, Father, Lord God, humble, thankful, with eyes of faith I close my eyes this day knowing in my happiest moment I felt Your presence and praying that when I wake that same feeling will overwhelm me and fill my very soul. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

1 Corinthians 3:18-23<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=_1Cor&ch=3&bv1=18&ev1=23>

Psalm 24:1-6<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=24&bv1=1&ev1=6>

Luke 5:1-11<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Luke&ch=5&bv1=1&ev1=11>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

When: Saturday, September 13, 2008 12:00 AM to Sunday, September 14, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

"For no good tree bears bad fruit, nor again does a bad tree bear good fruit; for each tree is known by its own fruit. For figs are not gathered from thorns, nor are grapes picked from a bramble bush. The good man out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil man out of his evil treasure produces evil; for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks. "Why do you call me `Lord, Lord,' and not do what I tell you? Everyone who comes to me and hears my words and does them, I will show you what he is like: he is like a man building a house, who dug deep, and laid the foundation upon rock; and when a flood arose, the stream broke against that house, and could not shake it, because it had been well built. But he who hears and does not do them is like a man who built a house on the ground without a foundation; against which the stream broke, and immediately it fell, and the ruin of that house was great."

Luke 6: 43 – 49

Yesterday on approaching the Most Blessed Sacrament, I felt myself burning and I had to withdraw. I am astounded that so many who receive Jesus are not reduced to ashes.

— St. Gemma Galgani

Abba, Father, Lord God, I walked with an open heart and awareness of the plasticity of my mind; humble and thankful, fighting off the falseness of pride and the empty loneliness of selfishness. I rejoice in the blessing of family, and the warmth of unconditional love. Help me to nurture the seeds planted in me today and overcome myself and prosper to serve. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

1 Corinthians 10:14-22<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=_1Cor&ch=10&bv1=14&ev1=22>

Psalm 116:12-13, 17-18<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=116&bv1=12&ev1=13&bv2=17&ev2=18>

Luke 6:43-49<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Luke&ch=6&bv1=43&ev1=49>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

Can a Catholic Be a Democrat?<http://www.sophiainstitute.com/productdetails.cfm?sku=191> By David Carlin author of The Decline and Fall of the Catholic Church in America. That's a good question, since these days both parties endorse policies or engage in activities that contradict some or many Catholic teachings about abortion, poverty, immigration, war and peace, or other issues of life and justice. But that's not always been the case.

When: Sunday, September 14, 2008 12:00 AM to Monday, September 15, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven, the Son of man. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life." For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God sent the Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.

John 3: 13 – 17

I greet you from Smyrna together with the Churches of God present here with me. They comfort me in every way, both in body and soul. My chains, which I carry about on me for Jesus Christ, begging that I may happily make my way to God, exhort you: persevere in your concord and in you community prayers.

— St. Ignatius of Antioch

Abba, Father, Lord God, I awake as the sun rises humble and thankful aware of Your presence aware that 'I am as I must be, for I cannot be that which I had become'. In the moment as I am I feel Your hand and see everyone of Your blessings and can give thanks and enjoy them for what they are, not worrying about past or anxious about the future. In the moment I can see what I need to do now to prepare and impact that which may come next, and if I stay in the moment I will walk in the future as I am and all will be well for I will be at peace with Jesus by my side, and content with Him in my heart, growing and prospering to serve Him. O Lord God for the sake of His sorrowful passion have mercy on us and on the whole world; reach down to those open hearts in need, in pain, and suffering without You. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

Numbers 21:4-9<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Num&ch=21&bv1=4&ev1=9>

Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=78&bv1=1&ev1=2&bv2=34&ev2=38>

Philippians 2:6-11<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Phil&ch=2&bv1=6&ev1=11>

John 3:13-17<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=John&ch=3&bv1=13&ev1=17>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

Can a Catholic Be a Democrat?<http://www.sophiainstitute.com/productdetails.cfm?sku=191> By David Carlin author of The Decline and Fall of the Catholic Church in America. That's a good question, since these days both parties endorse policies or engage in activities that contradict some or many Catholic teachings about abortion, poverty, immigration, war and peace, or other issues of life and justice. But that's not always been the case.

When: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 12:00 AM to Wednesday, September 17, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

Soon afterward he went to a city called Na'in, and his disciples and a great crowd went with him. As he drew near to the gate of the city, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow; and a large crowd from the city was with her. And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, "Do not weep." And he came and touched the bier, and the bearers stood still. And he said, "Young man, I say to you, arise." And the dead man sat up, and began to speak. And he gave him to his mother. Fear seized them all; and they glorified God, saying, "A great prophet has arisen among us!" and "God has visited his people!" And this report concerning him spread through the whole of Judea and all the surrounding country.

Luke 7: 11 – 17

Christ does not force our will, He only takes what we give Him. But He does not give Himself entirely until He sees that we yield ourselves entirely to Him.

— St. Teresa of Avila

Abba, Father, Lord God, grateful for the wisdom and knowledge that You expose me to, humbled by the Prophets, Saints and Sages that have connected with You to communicate Your truth to those poor in spirit souls like me that need help connecting and staying connected with You. O that for the sake of His sorrowful passion have mercy on us and on the whole world. Blessing me, mine and those who love You, enlarging our territory to serve You, keeping us from evil and from causing pain. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 27-31<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=_1Cor&ch=12&bv1=12&ev1=14&bv2=27&ev2=31>

12 For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. 13 For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body — Jews or Greeks, slaves or free — and all were made to drink of one Spirit. 14 For the body does not consist of one member but of many. 27 Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it. 28 And God has appointed in the church first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, then healers, helpers, administrators, speakers in various kinds of tongues. 29 Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? 30 Do all possess gifts of healing? Do all speak with tongues? Do all interpret? 31 But earnestly desire the higher gifts. And I will show you a still more excellent way.

Psalm 100:1-5<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=100&bv1=1&ev1=5>

Luke 7:11-17<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Luke&ch=7&bv1=11&ev1=17>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

Can a Catholic Be a Democrat?<http://www.sophiainstitute.com/productdetails.cfm?sku=191> By David Carlin author of The Decline and Fall of the Catholic Church in America. That's a good question, since these days both parties endorse policies or engage in activities that contradict some or many Catholic teachings about abortion, poverty, immigration, war and peace, or other issues of life and justice. But that's not always been the case.

When: Monday, September 15, 2008 12:00 AM to Tuesday, September 16, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

So the soldiers did this. But standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother, and his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Mag'dalene. When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing near, he said to his mother, "Woman, behold, your son!" Then he said to the disciple, "Behold, your mother!" And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home.

John 19: 25 – 27

(After Holy Communion)The most solemn moments of your life are those spent in thanksgiving, when the King of heaven and earth, your Savior and your judge, is yours, fully and inclined to grant you all you ask. Having received Jesus and enthroned Him in your heart, remain quiet for a moment, not praying in words but resting in silent adoration; like Zacheus and Magdalen, prostrate yourself in spirit with the most holy Virgin at the feet of Jesus; contemplate Him, filled with wonder at the sight of His love.– St. Peter Julian Eymard

Abba, Father, Lord God, humble, thankful, always looking to Jesus for direction and guidance so I may walk in His ways according to His teachings dying to myself as often as it takes to become and be one with You Lord God, Abba Father. O that You would bless me and mine, and enlarge our territory to serve You, keeping us from evil and from causing pain. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

Hebrews 5:7-9<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Heb&ch=5&bv1=7&ev1=9>

Psalm 31:2-6, 15-16, 20<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=31&bv1=2&ev1=6&bv2=15&ev2=16&bv3=20&ev3=20>

John 19:25-27<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=John&ch=19&bv1=25&ev1=27> or Luke 2:33-35<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Luke&ch=2&bv1=33&ev1=35>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

Can a Catholic Be a Democrat?<http://www.sophiainstitute.com/productdetails.cfm?sku=191> By David Carlin author of The Decline and Fall of the Catholic Church in America. That's a good question, since these days both parties endorse policies or engage in activities that contradict some or many Catholic teachings about abortion, poverty, immigration, war and peace, or other issues of life and justice. But that's not always been the case.

When: Thursday, September 18, 2008 12:00 AM to Friday, September 19, 2008 12:00 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

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Words written in red; Words of Jesus

At that time Jesus declared, "I thank thee, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to babes; yea, Father, for such was thy gracious will. All things have been delivered to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and any one to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."

Matthew 11: 25 – 30

But now, my poor son, the hurricane has come, and you feel you are being shaken by a force that could uproot century-old trees. But you must remain confident, for your Faith and your love cannot be uprooted, nor can you be blown from your way, if you remain in unity with the "Head".

— St. Josemaria Escriva

Abba, Father, Lord God, thankful and humble I pray that You would bless me and mine, enlarging our territory by helping us to keep eyes of faith and hearts liken to Jesus' never letting the busyness and worries under the sun rob us of the treasures store for us in Heaven; let Your hand rest upon each of us through conscious awareness of Your presence, protecting us from evil and preventing us from causing any pain. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

1 Corinthians 12:31<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=_1Cor&ch=12&bv1=31&ev1=31>; 13, 1-10, 13<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=_1Cor&ch=13&bv1=1&ev1=10&bv2=13&ev2=13>

31 But earnestly desire the higher gifts. And I will show you a still more excellent way. 1 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 3 If I give away all I have, and if I deliver my body to be burned, but have not love, I gain nothing. 4 Love is patient and kind; love is not jealous or boastful;

5 it is not arrogant or rude. Love does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; 6 it does not rejoice at wrong, but rejoices in the right. 7 Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things. 8 Love never ends; as for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away. 9 For our knowledge is imperfect and our prophecy is imperfect; 10 but when the perfect comes, the imperfect will pass away. 13 So faith, hope, love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.

Psalm 25:1-5, 8-10<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Ps&ch=25&bv1=1&ev1=5&bv2=8&ev2=10>

Matthew 11:25-30<http://www.ewtn.com/vbible/search.asp?abbr=Matt&ch=11&bv1=25&ev1=30>

Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_HAYH_000200&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> By Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Five hundred years before the birth of Jesus, a God-realized being named Lao-tzu in ancient China dictated 81 verses, which are regarded by many as the ultimate commentary on the nature of our existence. The classic text of these 81 verses, called the Tao Te Ching or the Great Way, offers advice and guidance that is balanced, moral, spiritual, and always concerned with working for the good. In this program, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has created 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao-tzu to today's modern world. This work contains the entire 81 verses of the Tao, compiled from Wayne's researching of 10 of the most well-respected translations of text that have survived for more than 25 centuries.

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day<http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/products/ProductDetail.jsp?productID=BK_SANS_000999&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes> (Abridged) By Joel Osteen Is this as good as it gets? Or can you enjoy more of what life has to offer? You can live happily every day, best-selling author Joel Osteen suggests, but you must discover the potential within yourself and learn how to use it to live better and to help others better themselves as well. God didn't create you to be average. You were created to excel! You have everything you need to fulfill your God-given destiny, and there is no limit to what you can accomplish if you discover how to be a better you! Become a Better You will guide you in the process of uncovering your hidden resources. Addressing such topics as building your confidence, developing better relationships, finding peace within, and staying passionate about life,

Can a Catholic Be a Democrat?<http://www.sophiainstitute.com/productdetails.cfm?sku=191> By David Carlin author of The Decline and Fall of the Catholic Church in America. That's a good question, since these days both parties endorse policies or engage in activities that contradict some or many Catholic teachings about abortion, poverty, immigration, war and peace, or other issues of life and justice. But that's not always been the case.