Season of Joy, Hope, Peace and Love

Let these be the gifts we share
Let the light of Love

be there in any darkness

Let the light of Peace

be given unconditionally

Let the light of Hope

be shared as to give life

Let the light of Joy

be celebrated in prayer

and compassionate deeds

Let us arise each day and

be the glory of God

in ordinary deeds.

Let us together this Advent and Christmas season

be a wonderful glimmer of Jesus presence

in our world.

Let us share this holy season with a

yearning of transformation

in every human heart.

Amen.

November…A Month to Practice Gratitude

November begins with celebrating the Feast of All Saints
This reminds me that we are called to live holy lives…
…think of others needs
…practice sharing simple kindnesses

Think of people who inspire you …
…to be compassionate
…to share comfort for the sorrowing
…to imitate virtues that sow peace

Think of Giving -Thanks …
…for the graces given to be loving
…for the ability to be a good listener
…for the faith to share in words, deeds and actions

Be grateful this month especially for the opportunities to…
…give humble service
…take time to share prayer moments
…be an echo of Jesus love in your ordinary life

And most of all…every day in November
whisper a prayer of gratitude to God.   Amen.

October… Vibrant Colors
Colors of…
…being full of Hope
…being caring hearts
…being an open heart
October…Vibrant with Spirit
…reaching out to those in need
…sharing comfort
…being empathetic
October …Brisk with Compassion
…feeling gratitude
…embracing respect
…sharing love
October …Feast of the Most Holy Rosary
Let us each be a bead of charity and kindness.
October…Vibrant Colors

September…
…a new season arrives

Autumn Leaves…Bright, Vibrant and Graceful

Leaves…
…of life-giving actions
…of life-giving words
…of life-giving deeds done for/ with others

Leaves on branches reaching out symbolizing…
…the need for peace
…the need for neighborly care
…the need for empathy and charity

Nourish the roots of your tree of life…
…with heart prayers
…living the Gospel with great compassion like theGood Samaritan
…with faith shared in kindnesses galore

September….Autumn…New LifeBreezes of Hope
Let them encourage and sustain you.

Tree of Life…Jesus’ Love.

August… Reminds us of Summer “Sunshine”

We are each called by Jesus to be…
Love
Kindness
Charity
Peace
Forgiveness
Compassion

Let us strive each day this month…
…to pray 10 minutes with Jesus quietly
…to reach out to others with a kind word or deed
…to sow the sunshine of peace everywhere we go by…
…to listen with our heart… really listen
…to accept differences with deep respect
…to have a cheerful spirit

Let us look up each day…
…to the morning sunrise with great joy
…to the evening sunset with great gratitude

Lord… You are the “sunshine” of my life. Amen.

We are reminded early in July on July 4th to Celebrate the Spirit of America. Let’s celebrate with…
…unity
…respect
…hope
…better understanding
…compassion

Let’s celebrate the month of July with caring for one another…
…by being extra kind
…accepting differences with respect
…being responsible stewards of the earth

Let’s celebrate with a prayer in our heart and spirit.
Take time on these warm July Summer days to reflect on the gifts of America…
As We The People …
…establish justice for all
…insure domestic tranquility
…provide for the common good
…promote general welfare
and…
…secure the Blessings of Peace for ourselves and our posterity.

What a wonderful way to share our mission of being an American by being “a people”.
To be “a people” (Pope Francis) means our family of earth is united by human solidarity. This unity is born of “closeness” to God in our daily encounters.

What a blessing to be an American “people” …a variety of cultures, colors, beliefs and dreams.

We are “a people” given dignity by God.

Share this blessing especially especially during this July 2021

Become the Blessing of Love
accept one another…
as a brother, as a sister…
one heart united under God.