Gospel

Lk 11:27-28

While Jesus was speaking,

a woman from the crowd called out and said to him,

“Blessed is the womb that carried you

and the breasts at which you nursed.”

He replied,

“Rather, blessed are those

who hear the word of God and observe it.”

TODAYS READINGS



LISTEN

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PRAY

Oh come Holy Spirit, fill my family and I with the wisdom and grace of your Holy Spirit. Please provide me with your gifts of,

WISDOM

KNOWLEDGE

COUNSEL

FORTITUDE

UNDERSTANDING

PIETY

AND FEAR OF THE LORD

So that we may know you, do your will ,love you, adore you, praise you and fear you.

Amen

Reflect 

Each moment provides the opportunity to be God’s companion in creating a positive future. When we look beyond ourselves, and act with concern for future generations, our actions will outlive us. They may even turn the tide of history from death to life. Each action matters. Live as if this present moment shapes the destiny of the planet. Let God’s love flow through you to people you will never meet.

Pray

O God,

Our help in ages past

And hope in years to come.

Help me to see each moment as holy.

An opportunity to share your love right now

And shape the future in ways I cannot imagine.

Let me bring peace on earth and good will to all.

Act

Be mindful of your interactions today. Enjoy the day, rejoice in its beauty, and add beauty to the world one act at a time. Who needs your love today? Where might your compassion tip the balance from hate to love, and death to life, in this moment and for your those who follow you?

Todays Petitions

Lord please hear our petitions along with petitions of the Pope and all the petitions at daily masses around the world.

Let us pray for the people of Hawaii.

Let us pray for PEACE, and an end to Violence.

Let us pray for LOVE, and an end to Hate.

Let us pray for an increase in CHARITY, let it be about we and not about me.

Let us pray for the protection of LIFE from conception until natural death.

Let us pray for MERCY for all those that have gone before us.

Let us pray for FREEDOM and an end to human trafficking, persecution and slavery.

Let us pray for the pursuit of JOY, through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Let us pray for OUR COUNTRY that we may once again become one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Let us pray for THE CHURCH and all those who serve it and pray for proper worship, evangelization, charity and for an increase in vocations.

Let us pray for the CONVERSION of souls by spreading the Gospel,Catholic Tradition and Catholic Teaching where ever we go.

Amen

TODAYS CATECHISM

1633 In many countries the situation of a mixed marriage (marriage between a Catholic and a baptized non-Catholic) often arises. It requires particular attention on the part of couples and their pastors. A case of marriage with disparity of cult (between a Catholic and a non-baptized person) requires even greater circumspection.

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THE BIBLE IN A YEAR

Proverbs 14 1-4

1

Wisdom builds her house,

but Folly tears hers down with her own hands.*

2

Those who walk uprightly fear the LORD,

but those who are devious in their ways spurn him.

3

In the mouth of the fool is a rod for pride,

but the lips of the wise preserve them.

4

Where there are no oxen, the crib is clean;

but abundant crops come through the strength of the bull.*

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SAINT OF THE DAY

Saint of the Day for August 15

(1st. century)

The Story of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

On November 1, 1950, Pope Pius XII defined the Assumption of Mary to be a dogma of faith: “We pronounce, declare and define it to be a divinely revealed dogma that the immaculate Mother of God, the ever Virgin Mary, having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul to heavenly glory.” The pope proclaimed this dogma only after a broad consultation of bishops, theologians and laity. There were few dissenting voices. What the pope solemnly declared was already a common belief in the Catholic Church.

We find homilies on the Assumption going back to the sixth century. In following centuries, the Eastern Churches held steadily to the doctrine, but some authors in the West were hesitant. However by the 13th century there was universal agreement. The feast was celebrated under various names—Commemoration, Dormition, Passing, Assumption—from at least the fifth or sixth century. Today it is celebrated as a solemnity.

Scripture does not give an account of Mary’s assumption into heaven. Nevertheless, Revelation 12 speaks of a woman who is caught up in the battle between good and evil. Many see this woman as God’s people. Since Mary best embodies the people of both Old and New Testaments, her assumption can be seen as an exemplification of the woman’s victory.

Furthermore, in 1 Corinthians 15:20, Paul speaks of Christ’s resurrection as the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

Since Mary is closely associated with all the mysteries of Jesus’ life, it is not surprising that the Holy Spirit has led the Church to believe in Mary’s share in his glorification. So close was she to Jesus on earth, she must be with him body and soul in heaven.

Reflection

In the light of the Assumption of Mary, it is easy to pray her Magnificat (Luke 1:46–55) with new meaning. In her glory she proclaims the greatness of the Lord and finds joy in God her savior. God has done marvels to her and she leads others to recognize God’s holiness. She is the lowly handmaid who deeply reverenced her God and has been raised to the heights. From her position of strength she will help the lowly and the poor find justice on earth, and she will challenge the rich and powerful to distrust wealth and power as a source of happiness.

Music to Reflect On

TODAYS REFLECTION

"The most deadly poison of our times is indifference. And this happens, although the praise of God should know no limits. Let us strive, therefore, to praise Him to the greatest extent of our powers."

–St. Maximilian Kolbe

PRAY THE ROSARY

"Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen."

Reflect In Gods Glory

While reflecting, ponder your place in this vast universe and be humble.