September 2006
Dear Ministers of Praise
On September 23 we honor St. Pio of Pietrelcina and we would like to share with you some of his writings:
”Pray, hope and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayers. Prayer is the best weapon we have; it is the key to God’s heart. You must speak to Jesus not only with your lips but with your heart; in fact on certain occasions you should speak to Him only with your heart.”
”Do not tire yourself over things that cause anxiety, preoccupation and worry. Only one thing is necessary: to lift up your spirit and love god.”
”Be careful never to become discouraged when you are surrounded by difficulty or infirmity. If you are experiencing some weakness, God is not abandoning you, but offering you the opportunity to grow in humility and gratitude.”
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Apostleship of Prayer - September 2006
General: For media operators: may they use every means of communication with responsibility and respect.
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A Family Blessing
May God, our loving Father, Bless and keep in His Mercy all the members of this family, whether at home or far away. Whether living or at rest. Through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of Jesus. Amen.
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Intentions:
-Pray for
-Pray for the ill and infirmed and their caregivers.
-Pray for all the victims of war and injustice.
-Pray that our parish family will continue to be receptive to Stewardship through finance and service.
-Pray for all our volunteers who use their time and talent in various ministries assisting others.
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Feast Days:
September 8
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
September 9
St. Peter Claver
September 13
September 14
Exaltation of the Holy Cross
September 15
Our Lady of Sorrows
September 16
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian
September 23
St. Pio of Pietreclina
September 27
St. Vincent de Paul
September 29
Sts. Michael, Gabriel, Raphael
September 30
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THE CASTLE OF YOUR DREAMS
When misty clouds caress the sky, with loveliness,
They seem to draw the soul to happiness.
In castles found in dreams and in the time of dreaming, you are humbled-even awed
Dream on, dream on, till wakening dawn when time will take its toll,
and in the castle of your dreams, God’s hand will touch your soul.
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