Suscipe means to receive. This is one of St. Ignatius' most famous prayers. And I suggest you pray this today in a spirit of openness and love. Only a person with much love in his/her heart can pray this, and really mean it. A person who cannot let go of himself, who needs assurance from … Continue reading #182: Suscipe
#182: Three Circumstances for Making a Decision
Today we learn from the great master of decision making, Ignatius of Loyola. He talks about 3 different situations that we experience when we are making a decision. Decisions are made in these three instances. When we have the luxury of time, then we wait for things to settle down and make the decision with … Continue reading #182: Three Circumstances for Making a Decision
#164: Pope Francis’ Five Finger Prayer
Pope Francis being a very practical person, this is one of the most practical ways to pray-- by using a mnemonic device to pray. Start your time of prayer by praying the Our Father, and end with a Glory Be. Pope Francis' Five Finger Prayer Our Father... 1.) The thumb is closest finger to you. … Continue reading #164: Pope Francis’ Five Finger Prayer
#163: I’m Free
I'm Free tom hixson 21 september 2006 Dear God, i don't know why i am here, i don't know why all of this has happened to me. in truth, i don't know anything at all, and i don't know the why of anything at all. but there is nothing i need or desire or want... … Continue reading #163: I’m Free
#121: St. Joseph – A Hidden Life
Today, Labor Day is celebrated around the world. In the Philippines, where I come from, Labor Day is also the feast day of St. Joseph, the Patron Saint of Workers. Today, use the seven minute video below as your prayer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm1rUs39XWY 1. What new things did you learn about St. Joseph in this video? 2. … Continue reading #121: St. Joseph – A Hidden Life
#105: Ravensbruck Prayer
Without context, this prayer will not make sense at all. But to know that this was written on a piece of wrapping paper found near the body of a dead child during the Holocaust makes this prayer one of the greatest prayers ever made. May we find consolation in this -- that men and women … Continue reading #105: Ravensbruck Prayer
#104: Prayer for the Cave Time
There are moments in our lives when we just want to go and hide in our cave. It could be because of that inherent need of introverts to get some energy from self, or it could be because of shame, or trauma. It could also be because some of us feel unloved or un-accepted. Whatever … Continue reading #104: Prayer for the Cave Time
#103: Who Am I? (Casting Crowns)
Today, we remember that we are loved by God. We may have forgotten this. Or maybe we don't feel it. Or maybe the years have eroded this feeling of love from us. Let us spend a few moments of silence. And we listen to this song by Casting Crowns, and we ask God who loves … Continue reading #103: Who Am I? (Casting Crowns)
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