October 2022

Verse:

“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive.” -1 Corinthians 10:2

Prayer For The Right Words To Say

Dear Lord, help me choose my words wisely, Help me speak life into those around me today-to be a source of encouragement rather than discouragement, of hope rather than pain. Amen.

Sources:

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

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Saint John of Capistrano was considered to be one of the greatest Franciscan preachers of the 15th century. His preachings attracted a great crowd even during the time wherein there is religious apathy and confusion.

At the age of 26, he was made into a governor of Perugia. However, after the battle against Malatestas, he was imprisoned. He was released and at the age of 30, he joined the Franciscan novitiate. Four years later, he was ordained as a priest. He helped in reuniting the Greek and Armenian Churches.

In 1453, Saint John of Capistrano was commissioned to a crusade for the defense of Europe. They finally gained victory under General John Hunyadi, the siege of Belgrade was lifted. In October 23, 1456

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-john-of-capistrano

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Proverbs 21:3

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.” -Proverbs 21:3

Prayer To Do The Right Thing

Christ our Father, there are many times that this world presents obstacles in our way. Sometimes I feel like giving up. Help me be calm, rational, and carefully consider all consequences before I make any decision. Help me overcome my fear of making the wrong decision. Bless me with the strength to move forward and make a decision. I pray for your courage, now and forever. Amen.

Sources:

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

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St. Pope John Paul II

Daily Saints

Born as Karol Jozef Wojtyla, St. John Paul II was the first non-Italian Pope in 455 years. He was the bishop and head of the Roman Catholic Church from 1978 to 2005, making his pontificate the third longest in history.

He travelled to many countries as part of his efforts to promote understanding among different nations and religions. He campaigned against political oppression. He also criticized the materialism of the West. He issued to groups that had been wronged by Catholics and emphasized nonviolent activism.

In the last years of his life, he was forced to reduce his activities as Pope due to his illness, Parkinson’s disease.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-john-paul-ii

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-John-Paul-II

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Joel 2:12

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Even now,” declares the Lord,“return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.”” -Joel 2:12

Prayer For Repentance

My loving God, I admit that I am a sinner! I am sorry for everything that I have done wrong. Today, I repent of those sins, and I ask for your forgiveness. Please fill me with your Holy Spirit to always obey your instructions. Empower me to do things that are acceptable in your sight. Let the relationship that exists between us remain strong, and let me remain your true child. Keep me worthy to receive your blessings in this life and in heaven also. Please let me remain reputable always. For in the name of Jesus Christ I pray. Amen.

Verse:

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

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Saint Ursula and Companions

Daily Saints

According to a medieval story, Saint Ursula was a Christian princess in Britain. She did not wish to be married to a pagan prince and so the king granted her a period of three years to postpone the marriage. She instead went on a voyage with her ten ladies in waiting and a thousand maidens. They sailed from the North sea, Rhine and then to Rome. Legend says that Saint Ursula and her companions in the voyage were all murdered because she refused to marry the chief of the pagan Huns.

Saint Ursula was considered the leader of the eleven thousand that was brought by the Romans from Britain. The relics of Saint Ursula and her companions were held by many churches. Saint Ursula is the patron saint of young teachers.

Sources:

https://sanctoral.com/en/saints/saint_ursula_and_her_companions.html

https://www.saintsfeastfamily.com/copy-of-st-ursula-and-companions-oc

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Psalm 24:10

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Who is he, this King of glory? The Lord Almighty— he is the King of glory.” -Psalm 24:10

Prayer For The Glory of God

Father God, I worship my Lord Jesus today, as being equal and the same in person and in glory with You. Thank You, that I can always be certain of who Christ is, the very image of You and Your glory. In His precious name I pray, Amen.

Sources:

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

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Saint Paul of the Cross

Daily Saints

Saint Paul of the Cross was born in 1694 and was named Paul Daneo. He was from Italy and lived as a soldier for a brief period of time. But then he turned to solitary prayer and developed his devotion to Christ. Because of his devotion, he demonstrated compassion and support for a preaching ministry.

The Congregation of the Passion was found by Saint Paul in 1720. The members of the congregation shared his devotion and combined it with preaching to the poor and practicing penances. In 1747, Saint Paul was elected as superior general of the congregation and spent his life in Rome, thereafter.

Saint Paul of the Cross was one of the most popular preachers during his time. He died in 1775 and was canonized in 1867.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-paul-of-the-cross

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John 12:26

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me.” -John 12:26

Prayer To Be Servant of God

Dear Lord, I desire to do Your will oh God, and I pray that I may serve You in the manner that You require. Lord, in humility of heart I admit that I can do nothing of myself, but only as You give me Your sufficient grace, Your wisdom and Your strength. May I look to You and not to the ways of the world. This I ask in Jesus' name. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Prayers-to-be-in-the-will-of-God

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Saint Peter Alcantara

Daily Saints

Saint Peter of Alcantara was from a noble family, with his father being a governor of Alcantara. He was a law student at Salamanca University. At the age of 16, he joined the discalced friars. Before being ordained as a priest, he was already named as the Superior. He was a very successful preacher.

Saint Peter has always practiced a life of penance which was quite apparent in his food and clothing choices. There was talk about reforming the Church but for Saint Peter the reform began with himself.

Peter was permitted to form a group of Franciscans who followed the Rule of St. Francis in 1554. By the end of the 19th century, the friars have joined with the discalced friars to form the Order of Friars Minor.

Saint Peter of Alcantara’s preaching allowed many people to join the religious life. He was canonized in 1669.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-peter-of-alcantara

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