October 2022

Deuteronomy 5:33

Verse:

“Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess.” - Deuteronomy 5:33

Prayer For Obedience To God

Lord, you made it clear that if I walk in obedience, I will live a full life with you. Being obedient will cause an overflow of abundant blessings within my life. Help me to not be as King Saul, for he lost everything through disobedience. Remind me, Oh Heavenly Father, that disobedience is a form of rebellion towards you and, as you have clearly stated, if I reject You and Your Word, you will reject me from your heavenly kingdom.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayerist.com/prayer/obediencetogod

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Saint Frumentius

Daily Saints

Saint Frumentius was also called Amharic Abba Salama. He was the first bishop of Axum and he brought Christianity throughout Ethiopia.

Saint Frumentius had a brother, Aedesius. They were both captured in 340. They served as civil servants at the court of the King of Axum. When the king passed away, Saint Frumentius became part of the queen’s court. He served as the royal administrator and also tutored the crown prince.

He was eventually ordained as bishop and he initiated the adaptation of Greek Christianity’s biblical-liturgical texts into Ethiopic symbols and language.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frumentius

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Frumentius

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2 Corinthians 9:8

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. ” -2 Corinthians 9:8

Prayer For Abundance and Prosperity

Dear God, thank you so much for all you have given me. I am so happy and grateful for the abundance I already have. You amaze me with your love, blessings and rewards we receive everyday without even asking or realizing what we are receiving. I will continue to work diligently and strive to do my best in all that I do. Thank you God, Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayerist.com/prayer/abundance

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Saint Evaristus

Daily Saints

Saint Evaristus was born in Jerusalem and lived there for most of his life. He eventually became a Pope, the fifth one. He succeeded St. Clement, and served from 97-107.

A biography was published centuries ago which mentioned that he divided the districts of Rome to give bishops and leaders more control over their followers. The districts are called parishes. Seven men were nominated to serve as deacons and they would work in every district.

He was usually referred to as a martyr, his martyrdom was not exactly proven.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Evaristus

https://popehistory.com/popes/pope-st-evaristus/

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=633

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Psalm 44:3

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“It was not by their sword that they won the land, nor did their arm bring them victory; it was your right hand, your arm, and the light of your face, for you loved them.” -Psalm 44:3

Prayer For Confidence and Strength

Lord, I'm weary. My energy is sagging, and my motivation is lagging. And I am so in need of you. I need your strength and your fresh touch to get back on track again. Your Word says the joy of the Lord is my strength. If that's true, then I need your joy to replace all the bone-tired parts of my mind, body, and soul. Renew my strength, Lord.In Jesus's name, Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayerist.com/prayer/confidenceandstrength

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Saints Crispin and Crispianus

Daily Saints

Saints Crispin and Crispianus are brothers born into a noble family. They were able to flee during the persecution. They ended up at Soissons and worked on evangelizing Gaul. They supported themselves while preaching by making shoes at night. Through their earnings, they were able to help the poor as well.

Saints Crispin and Crispianus inspired a lot of people to convert because of their charity and piety. However, their success did not sit well with the governor of Gaul then. They were tortured but they survived. But in 286, they were beheaded, martyred under the Emperor.

Sources:

https://catholicreadings.org/saint-crispin-and-saint-crispinian/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crispin_and_Crispinian

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MASSKARA FESTIVAL

Philippine Regional Festival

Culminating every 4th Saturday and Sunday of October, Masskara Festival is one of the grandest festivals in Bacolod and in the Philippines. It is a festival marked by carnivals and fairs. The streets are flocked with street dancers in their bright and vibrant costumes. One of the main trademarks of the costumes are the smiling masks. The masks are painted with a smile to signify the resiliency of Bacolod locals. The festival aims to uplift the spirits of the locals and bring joy to the people, especially since it was borne out of difficult times. It coincides with the celebration of the founding anniversary of Bacolod city.

Sources:

https://www.tpb.gov.ph/?sfid=80726&_sft_event_type=calendar-of-philippine-festivals-and-monthly-observances-theme&_sfm_month_all_year_round_event=10

https://www.escapemanila.com/2017/04/list-of-philippine-festivals-in-october.html

https://nationaltoday.com/masskara-festival/

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Ezekiel 18:32

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“For I take no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent and live!”- Ezekiel 18:32

Prayer For Conversion

Lord Jesus Christ, most merciful Saviour of the world, we humbly beseech You, by Your most Sacred Heart, that all the sheep who stray out of Your fold may in one days be converted to You, the Shepherd and Bishop of their souls, who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, world without end. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayerist.com/prayer/conversion

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Saint Anthony Mary Claret

Daily Saints

Saint Anthony was born in Catalonia, Spain, in 1807. At the age of 28, he was ordained as a priest. However, due to his health, he was prevented to enter the Order. Despite this, he still became one of the most popular preachers in Spain.

At 42, he founded a religious institute of missionaries which is now known as the Claretians. He also established the Religious Publishing House, since he has always been interested in the Catholic Press.

He died at the age of 63 while in exile near the border of Spain.

Verse:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-anthony-mary-claret

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30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gosples & Readings

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: Sir 35:12-14, 16-18

A reading from the Book of Sirach

The LORD is a God of justice,
who knows no favorites.
Though not unduly partial toward the weak,
yet he hears the cry of the oppressed.
The Lord is not deaf to the wail of the orphan,
nor to the widow when she pours out her complaint.
The one who serves God willingly is heard;
His petition reaches the heavens.
The prayer of the lowly pierces the clouds;
it does not rest till it reaches its goal,
nor will it withdraw till the Most High responds,
judges justly and affirms the right,
and the Lord will not delay.

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34:2-3, 17-18, 19, 23

Response– The Lord hears the cry of the poor.

I will bless the LORD at all times;
his praise shall be ever in my mouth.
Let my soul glory in the LORD;
the lowly will hear me and be glad.
R– The Lord hears the cry of the poor

The LORD confronts the evildoers,
to destroy remembrance of them from the earth.
When the just cry out, the LORD hears them,
and from all their distress he rescues them.
R– The Lord hears the cry of the poor

The LORD is close to the brokenhearted;
and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.
The LORD redeems the lives of his servants;
no one incurs guilt who takes refuge in him.
R– The Lord hears the cry of the poor

Second Reading: 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18

A reading from the Second Letter of Saint Paul to Timothy

Beloved:
I am already being poured out like a libation,
and the time of my departure is at hand.
I have competed well; I have finished the race;
I have kept the faith.
From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me,
which the Lord, the just judge,
will award to me on that day, and not only to me,
but to all who have longed for his appearance.
At my first defense no one appeared on my behalf,
but everyone deserted me.
May it not be held against them!
But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength,
so that through me the proclamation might be completed
and all the Gentiles might hear it.
And I was rescued from the lion's mouth.
The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat
and will bring me safe to his heavenly kingdom.
To him be glory forever and ever. Amen.

Alleluia: 2 Cor 5:19

Alleluia, alleluia. God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Alleluia, alleluia!

Gospel: Luke 18: 9-14

A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke

Jesus addressed this parable
to those who were convinced of their own righteousness
and despised everyone else.
"Two people went up to the temple area to pray;
one was a Pharisee and the other was a tax collector.
The Pharisee took up his position and spoke this prayer to himself,
'O God, I thank you that I am not like the rest of humanity --
greedy, dishonest, adulterous -- or even like this tax collector.
I fast twice a week, and I pay tithes on my whole income.'
But the tax collector stood off at a distance
and would not even raise his eyes to heaven
but beat his breast and prayed,
'O God, be merciful to me a sinner.'
I tell you, the latter went home justified, not the former;
for whoever exalts himself will be humbled,
and the one who humbles himself will be exalted."

The Readings and Gospel were sourced from:

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102322.cfm

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Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: Sir 35:12-14, 16-18

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34:2-3, 17-18, 19, 23

Second Reading: 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18

Alleluia: 2 Cor 5:19

Gospel: Luke 18: 9-14

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