What a wonderful tradition the Catholic Church has from its history, liturgy and faith. Praise be to you God the Holy Spirit for your continued guidance and inspiration to the Holy Catholic Church. :-)
What a wonderful tradition the Catholic Church has from its history, liturgy and faith. Praise be to you God the Holy Spirit for your continued guidance and inspiration to the Holy Catholic Church. :-)
May we be faithful in our Lenten and Easter celebrations translating our encounter of the person of Jesus in the liturgy into concrete actions of Faith. Amen. :-)
The Heart of Christ Triduum
Dears Friends:
We offer you, in this brochure, some steps to celebrate the three days in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus before the celebration of the feast next 20th October, in the Congregation of Jesus and Mary.
First of all we will prepare ourselves in our heart to have some this time of prayer by telling the Ave Cor Sanctissimum , then we will read the proposed texts for each day; and finally we will tell the Letany of the Heart of Jesus and we will join our commitment of loving Jesus in everything.
A review of the acts of public worship foundin Catholic churches during Holy Week, which takes place every year between Palm Sunday and the weekend of Easter Sunday.
May we be faithful in our Lenten and Easter celebrations translating our encounter of the person of Jesus in the liturgy into concrete actions of Faith. Amen. :-)
The Heart of Christ Triduum
Dears Friends:
We offer you, in this brochure, some steps to celebrate the three days in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus before the celebration of the feast next 20th October, in the Congregation of Jesus and Mary.
First of all we will prepare ourselves in our heart to have some this time of prayer by telling the Ave Cor Sanctissimum , then we will read the proposed texts for each day; and finally we will tell the Letany of the Heart of Jesus and we will join our commitment of loving Jesus in everything.
A review of the acts of public worship foundin Catholic churches during Holy Week, which takes place every year between Palm Sunday and the weekend of Easter Sunday.
This weekend we had a Reflection Retreat for our RCIA and this is what they shared. It is good material for anyone...to reflect on what calls you to your faith and to know that God is the one who is in control.
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2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
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The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
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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.
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.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
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.
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
2. Scrutinies are intense prayers of the Church
for those preparing to enter into the Church.
Scrutinies encourage a spirit of repentance so
that Christ may fill us with His light and love
as we prepare for Baptism, or the renewal of
Baptismal promises at the Easter Vigil.
During the prayers, we pray that the spirit of
evil in our hearts and lives be replaced with a
spirit of good.
3. “The scrutinies, which are solemnly
celebrated on Sundays [of Lent], are rites for
self-searching and repentance and have
above all a spiritual purpose. The scrutinies
are meant to uncover, then heal all that is
weak, defective, or sinful in the hearts of the
elect to bring out, then strengthen all that is
upright, strong, and good” (RCIA, No. 141).
4. Thereare three Scrutinies, ordinarily
celebrated on the third, fourth and fifth
Sundays of Lent.
We will celebrate the Scrutinies:
• Sunday, March 3:30 at the 8:30 a.m. Mass
• Sunday, March 10 at the 8:30 a.m. Mass
• Saturday, March 16 at the 4:30 p.m. Mass
5. At these celebrations, we will sit with our sponsors
and families in the section near the St. Ann statue
(in front of the cry room and confessional.) We will
have reserved seating. Please make sure you are
at Mass 10 minutes early.
Following the homily, candidates and catechumens
will be called forward with sponsors. You will
stand in front of the first step (on the floor) at
the front of the church, facing the assembly,
with your sponsor behind you.
6. There will be a series of prayers, during which the
priest will first invite you to bow your head. There
will be a short period of silence, then prayers of
intercession with the response: “Lord, hear our
prayer.”
Next the priest will raise his hands in prayer over
you, and recite a series of prayers. These prayers
are included in your Scrutiny Preparation packets.
7. With each of the three Scrutinies, a particular
selection of John’s Gospel is assigned. In
preparation for each Scrutiny, in class we will
watch a dramatization of the story;
in the week before, please read and reflect on the
Gospel.
• First Scrutiny: The Samaritan Woman at the Well
• Second Scrutiny: The Man Born Blind
• Third Scrutiny: The Raising of Lazarus
8. Following the First Scrutiny, you
will be presented with a copy of
the Nicene Creed so that you
can study it in preparation for the
Easter Vigil. You don’t need to
memorize it, just study it.
We will study it in class, also.
The Creed is the statement of
belief that unites us as Church.
9. Following the Second Scrutiny, you will be
presented with a copy of the Our
Father, again to study in preparing for
Easter. The Our Father (also called the
Lord’s Prayer) is recited at Mass following
the Eucharistic Prayer. It is the prayer Jesus
taught the apostles to pray.