This document discusses Lent and the virtues versus sins. It begins by noting we are in Lent and asks what we should do. It suggests spring cleaning. It then discusses how Jesus fasted for 40 days in the wilderness after being baptized, and was tempted by the devil but resisted. The rest of the document contrasts the seven deadly sins with their corresponding virtues, providing descriptions and reflections on pride, envy, anger, greed, gluttony, lust, and sloth. It concludes with schedules for Lent and Holy Week services at St. Augustine's Church.
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The Rosary is one of the most beloved and distinctive Roman Catholic prayers. The prayer has a long tradition in history, but is remarkably modern, at least by Catholic standards.
"Realize the power in your hand with the Rosary, for in your hands you hold the power of God. If you do not recognize the Rosary, can you expect to be recognized by My Son? How much can you expect? Why do you hide My Rosary? It was with a Mother's loving heart that I chose to give you these pearls of Heaven that you reject.
"Woe to all dedicated who seek to remove these from the little ones' hands, for their punishment will be metered in accordance to it!
"Why has sophisticated man cast aside these tokens of My love? Those who remain true to My Rosary will not be touched by the fires. Gather these treasures, My children, for the time will come that you will not find them on the counters of your stores." - Our Lady of the Roses, October 6, 1970.
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The Rosary is one of the most beloved and distinctive Roman Catholic prayers. The prayer has a long tradition in history, but is remarkably modern, at least by Catholic standards.
"Realize the power in your hand with the Rosary, for in your hands you hold the power of God. If you do not recognize the Rosary, can you expect to be recognized by My Son? How much can you expect? Why do you hide My Rosary? It was with a Mother's loving heart that I chose to give you these pearls of Heaven that you reject.
"Woe to all dedicated who seek to remove these from the little ones' hands, for their punishment will be metered in accordance to it!
"Why has sophisticated man cast aside these tokens of My love? Those who remain true to My Rosary will not be touched by the fires. Gather these treasures, My children, for the time will come that you will not find them on the counters of your stores." - Our Lady of the Roses, October 6, 1970.
The Catechesis Office and Discipleship and Parish Life Office are pleased to offer A Facilitator’s Guide for The Faith We Believe: Unpacking the Creed. Please visit our website to download. We have also created this PowerPoint Presentation to accompany the Facilitator’s Guide.
We hope parish groups and others wanting to deepen their reflection on the Creed find this resource helpful.
Slides from an all-day retreat for the Benedictine Oblates of St. Scholastica Monastery in Duluth, Minnesota. Using the tools of Ignatian discernment, but adapting them to Benedictine spirituality. http://duluthoblates.org
This presentation was given on August 10, 2013 to the parish catechetical leaders in Savannah, GA. The first half is the importance of continually forming yourself and the second half is about forming your catechists . Ongoing formation is important for all of us.
The Catechesis Office and Discipleship and Parish Life Office are pleased to offer A Facilitator’s Guide for The Faith We Believe: Unpacking the Creed. Please visit our website to download. We have also created this PowerPoint Presentation to accompany the Facilitator’s Guide.
We hope parish groups and others wanting to deepen their reflection on the Creed find this resource helpful.
Slides from an all-day retreat for the Benedictine Oblates of St. Scholastica Monastery in Duluth, Minnesota. Using the tools of Ignatian discernment, but adapting them to Benedictine spirituality. http://duluthoblates.org
This presentation was given on August 10, 2013 to the parish catechetical leaders in Savannah, GA. The first half is the importance of continually forming yourself and the second half is about forming your catechists . Ongoing formation is important for all of us.
Live differently during Lent and remember Christ's sacrifice in small ways every day with 46 tips to make Lent holy. Sometimes the best Lenten gifts are the actions we take in response to what we believe. Please share these tips with your friends and family.
This service was used by individual religion classes during the Season of Lent. Individual students wrote and presented reflections on the biblical characters. We only finished part of this service, and will continue to create it during Lent, 2010.
Slides from presentation by Sister Paule Pierre Barbeau at the December 2016 meeting Benedictine Oblates of St Scholastica Monastery, Duluth MN. This was one of a series focusing on the Hard Sayings of St. Benedict, drawing its inspiration from Chapter 49 of his Rule, which begins "The life of a monk ought to be an everlasting Lent."
Jesus Speaks to Power in Mark 12:1-12 | A Sermon for Lent 3Steve Thomason
Jesus uses a parable about tenant farmers to attack the religious leaders of Jerusalem. He answers the question, "Who do you think you are?" with two statements. First, he is the vineyard owner's son. Second, he is the stone the builders rejected who is the true cornerstone of Israel.
Everything belong to God, Share talents and Gifts, One Faith, Way of Worship, Love, Charisms, Charismas, Body of Christ, Sharing with others, Grace in the Sacraments by the Power of the Holy Spirit
Who is really supposed to be in control of our lives? Ameerah Lewis of http://www.hem-of-his-garment-bible-study.org explains how our self-growth and self-sufficient world can create barriers between Believers seeking true intimacy with God and a Heavenly Father that longs for intimacy with us.
Every church has a mission and a vision, whether they know it or not. A mission is why the organization exists and the vision is what they are trying to achieve. In this presentation to the Mt. Pleasant UMC community, we share the mission and vision that will create a partnership for ministry and growth.
Christian Spirituality and Recovery from Addiction - January 2014Dawn Farm
“Recovery From Addiction and Christian Spirituality” was presented on Tuesday January 21, 2014; by Brother Edward Conlin, BSEd, CADC; Addiction Counselor, Detroit Capuchin Service System. Spirituality often plays an important role in recovery initiation, recovery maintenance, and quality of life in recovery from chemical dependency. This program will describe a Christian perspective of how spirituality relates to recovery from chemical dependency, explore personal spiritual needs and life choices, and discuss the Twelve Steps as a spiritual program. This program is part of the Dawn Farm Education Series, a FREE, annual workshop series developed to provide accurate, helpful, hopeful, practical, current information about chemical dependency, recovery, family and related issues. The Education Series is organized by Dawn Farm, a non-profit community of programs providing a continuum of chemical dependency services. For information, please see http://www.dawnfarm.org/programs/education-series.
I want us to think about the question...WHAT IF? When you hear that question, how does it make you feel? Yell it out!
The question, “What if?” brings about fear in me…I hear stuff like…
What if they don’t like me?
What if they don’t think I’m good enough?
What if I mess up?
What if I don’t look like them?
What if, what if, what if!
• Gifts will pass away, and what we are left with is what God wants us to have most of…love.
• See, if we have a church that is known for preaching, we have missed it.
• If we are known for our singers, we’ve missed it.
• If it’s our programs, we’ve missed it again.
• If our church isn’t known for its love, we have missed what God created us for, and why the body of Christ exists in the first place.
Love says I need you. Love says you’re worth the risk, the pain, and the discomfort. Love proves each piece matters.
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
28. Pride is many things. But all
pride is the distortion of
what is real, what is true.
29. Pride is many things. But all
pride is the distortion of
what is real, what is true.
Humility is living in the truth.
Before God we are lowly, for
He is high and to be adored.
36. Envy can’t stand that
someone else has something
you don’t.
Love cures envy because you
wish the best for another. This
is love the way God loves.
37. Envy can be individual, and it
can also be corporate,
societal.
38. Envy can be individual, and it
can also be corporate,
societal.
We can’t love the way God loves
without God’s grace.
To love, you must seek another’s
good above your own.
39. Envy leads to other sins, and
excuses them in the name of
justice, equality, fairness.
40. Envy leads to other sins, and
excuses them in the name of
justice, equality, fairness.
Love brings good to all,
ends strife, supplies
without end.
44. Anger perverts our godly
indignation to become self-
important rage. It masters
you.
45. Anger perverts our godly
indignation to become self-
important rage. It masters
you.
Time can serve us. We can
wait for the outcome for
Patience is linked to another
virtue…
47. Anger, wrath, desire to hurt
and destroy are signs of our
enemy making inroads in us.
Trust. With patience and
trust, we cool the passions of
wrath and anger.
48. Our society hasn’t got a clue
about patience. Is it any
wonder we’re so angry?
Isn’t there another answer?
Trust, patience, faith, hope.
And once more, Love.
51. This sin is raised up, like
pride, as a virtue in place of
diligence or trust.
52. This sin is raised up, like
pride, as a virtue in place of
diligence or trust.
Contentment is a gift from
God. There is no adequate
picture of it, but you know
when it is yours.
53. Christ taught us not to lay up
treasures on earth. The earth
bound treasures rust and
decay.
54. Christ taught us not to lay up
treasures on earth. The earth
bound treasures rust and
decay.
St. Paul wrote that in every
condition he could find
contentment.
55. When you always want you
will always be in want.
If God is all you want, He
will give you Himself and all
that He has.
58. Gluttony is sold with pretty
pictures that make our
mouths water…
59. Gluttony is sold with pretty
pictures that make our
mouths water…
…and we can hardly find a
picture that depicts
temperance.
60. Gluttony – if looked at
squarely and honestly is so
unattractive as to gross us out.
61. Gluttony – if looked at
squarely and honestly is so
unattractive as to gross us out.
And the pictures of what
temperance lead to become
for us a new model.
62. If we only understood
the rich feast that we
are being treated with…
…we would never feel want
and would joy in it
abundantly.
We are truly rich.
64. Lust is inordinate sexual
desire and out-of-bounds
sexual activity.
Chastity, purity, also lights our
nights and fulfills us with joy,
where it belongs.
65. Lust is a huge industry, leads
to addictions and to broken
hearts and ruined families.
Chastity is treated as a joke.
But we know who we are wed
to, and must be faithful to.
66. Lust hides behind symbols, is
called ‘adult,’ and is the basis
of much ill-placed humor.
But true human love is too
beautiful to hide, and fulfills
our every desire for meaning.
71. We avoid doing the hard
things and make excuses for
doing poorly, or doing nothing.
…instead of getting down to it
and doing the work at hand,
that needs to be done.
72. If we are motivated only by
the money we get, we also
may sink to lower ways of
getting what we need…
…but doing something hard is
itself a reward and an
accomplishment we can look
at and be thankful for.
79. St. augustine’s church
Lenten schedule
Sundays
8 and 10:30 Holy Communion
5 p.m. Evensong
Wednesdays
5:30 Holy Communion
6:30 Soup Suppers
80. St. augustine’s church
Holy Week schedule
Maundy Thursday
7 p.m. Holy Communion
Good Friday
Noon to 3 p.m. Liturgies & Meditations
Holy Saturday
7 p.m. Stations of the Cross, Pascal Candle, Font
