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2 Thessalonians 3:3

Verse:

“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” - 2 Thessalonians 3:3

Prayer For Protection Over Your Family

Lord, Thank you for my beautiful family. It worries me that I cannot protect them from all of the evil in this world. I am on my knees asking for your help. Please watch over my family today when they step out the front door. Send an angel to guide them home safely and avoid any harm they may face. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Sources:

https://www.womansday.com/life/inspirational-stories/g29480202/prayers-for-protection/#:~:text=Protect%20me%20from%20trouble%20wherever,whatever%20might%20come%20against%20me.

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Solemnity of All Saints (All Saints’ Day)

Daily Saints, Philippine Holiday

Also known as the Feast of All Saints, it is a day that commemorates all the saints in the Christian church. During the reign of Pope Gregory III in 731-741, he dedicated a chapel in St. Peter’s in honour of all the saints. This is the first evidence of celebrating the saints’ day on November 1.

Prior to this, holding a feast for all the saints have already been observed. During the 4th century, there was a commemoration of all the martyrs. In the time of Pope Boniface IV, he rededicated a shrine– Pantheon– to all the martyrs. The purpose of the rededication is so “that the memory of all saints might in the future be honored in the place which had formerly been dedicated to the worship not of gods but of demons.” (On the Calculation of Time).

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/solemnity-of-all-saints

https://www.britannica.com/topic/All-Saints-Day

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James 3:2

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check.” - James 3:2

Prayer For Restoration and Trust

Lord of Heaven, I rest underneath your mighty wings of love. I dwell within your gentle heart. I know there is healing in your touch. Through the sufferings of Christ I can ask for restoration And trust in your goodness. You are my Lord, my Savior, My healer and my friend. I dwell within your gentle embrace. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://www.womansday.com/life/g25224950/healing-prayers/

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Saint Wolfgang

Daily Saints

Saint Wolfgang was born in Germany and was educated in a school located at the abbey of Reichenau. There he became close to a young noble named Henry who would eventually become the Archbishop of Trier. They remained close even after their education.

After the death of of the Archbishop, Saint Wolfgang became a Benedictine monk and moved to an abbey. After being ordained as a priest, he got appointed as director of a monastery. When he was appointed as bishop of Regensburg, he initiated reform of the clergy life as well as the religious life. A monastic and solitary life has always drawn him.

Saint Wolfgang fell ill in 994 and died in Austria. He was canonized in 1052.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-wolfgang-of-regensburg

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31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gosples & Readings

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: Wis 11:22-12:2

Before the LORD the whole universe is as a grain from a balance
or a drop of morning dew come down upon the earth.
But you have mercy on all, because you can do all things;
and you overlook people's sins that they may repent.
For you love all things that are
and loathe nothing that you have made;
for what you hated, you would not have fashioned.
And how could a thing remain, unless you willed it;
or be preserved, had it not been called forth by you?
But you spare all things, because they are yours,
O LORD and lover of souls,
for your imperishable spirit is in all things!
Therefore you rebuke offenders little by little,
warn them and remind them of the sins they are committing,
that they may abandon their wickedness and believe in you, O LORD!

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145:1-2, 8-9, 10-11, 13, 14

Response– I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God

I will extol you, O my God and King,
and I will bless your name forever and ever.
Every day will I bless you,
and I will praise your name forever and ever.
R– I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God

The LORD is gracious and merciful,
slow to anger and of great kindness.
The LORD is good to all
and compassionate toward all his works.
R– I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God

Let all your works give you thanks, O LORD,
and let your faithful ones bless you.
Let them discourse of the glory of your kingdom
and speak of your might.
R– I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God

The LORD is faithful in all his words
and holy in all his works.
The LORD lifts up all who are falling
and raises up all who are bowed down.
R– I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God

Second Reading: 2 Thes 1:11-2:2

Brothers and sisters:
We always pray for you,
that our God may make you worthy of his calling
and powerfully bring to fulfillment every good purpose
and every effort of faith,
that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you,
and you in him,
in accord with the grace of our God and Lord Jesus Christ.

We ask you, brothers and sisters,
with regard to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ
and our assembling with him,
not to be shaken out of your minds suddenly, or to be alarmed
either by a "spirit," or by an oral statement,
or by a letter allegedly from us
to the effect that the day of the Lord is at hand.

Alleluia: 2 Cor 5:19

Alleluia, alleluia. God so loved the world that he gave his only Son,
so that everyone who believes in him might have eternal life. Alleluia, alleluia!

Gospel: Luke 19: 1-10

A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke

At that time, Jesus came to Jericho and intended to pass through the town.
Now a man there named Zacchaeus,
who was a chief tax collector and also a wealthy man,
was seeking to see who Jesus was;
but he could not see him because of the crowd,
for he was short in stature.
So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree in order to see Jesus,
who was about to pass that way.
When he reached the place, Jesus looked up and said,
"Zacchaeus, come down quickly,
for today I must stay at your house."
And he came down quickly and received him with joy.
When they all saw this, they began to grumble, saying,
"He has gone to stay at the house of a sinner."
But Zacchaeus stood there and said to the Lord,
"Behold, half of my possessions, Lord, I shall give to the poor,
and if I have extorted anything from anyone
I shall repay it four times over."
And Jesus said to him,
"Today salvation has come to this house
because this man too is a descendant of Abraham.
For the Son of Man has come to seek
and to save what was lost."

The Readings and Gospel were sourced from:

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/103022.cfm

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1 Corinthians 6:12

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but I will not be mastered by anything.” - 1 Corinthians 6:12

Prayer For Morality

O God, our Creator, all life is in your hands from conception until death. Help us to cherish our children and to reverence the awesome privilege of our share in creation. May all people live and die in dignity and love. Bless all those who defend the rights of the unborn, the handicapped and the aged. Enlighten and be merciful toward those who fail to love, and give them peace. Let freedom be tempered by responsibility, integrity and morality.

Sources:

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

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St. Alphonsus Rodriguez

Daily Saints

Alphonsus Rodriguez was born in Spain in 1533. He experienced tragedy and challenges early in life. He inherited their family textile business at the age of 23. However, within three years, his mother, his wife, and his daughter passed away. Through acts of service and prayer he found satisfaction and happiness. He took this period in his life to reassess his situation. He eventually sold their family business and moved to his sister’s home along with his son.

He was almost 40 years old when his son died. He then tried to join the Jesuits. After applying for the second time around, he was finally admitted. He held the position of doorkeeper at the Jesuit’s college for 45 years. He was either at his post or at prayer. In 1617, Alphonsus passed away.

Sorces:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-alphonsus-rodriguez

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Lanzones Festival

Philippine Events, Philippine Feast

Lanzones Festival is a yearly celebration in Camiguin as thanksgiving for the harvest of the island’s most famous “Lanzones” fruit. It is a week-long celebration filled with street dancing parade and tableau competition. Everyone from schools, to civic organizations, and even the local government units participate in the parade and competitions. There is a trade fair as well and other festival activities.

Sources:

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

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.lakbaypilipinas.com/october_december_festivals.html

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1 Thessalonians 5:24

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.” -1 Thessalonians 5:24

Prayer For Faithfulness To God

Father, please do not let me make empty promises to you, but help me to honor you with my promises. Please forgive me of all unredeemed vows. I repent today, and I will immediately redeem all the pledges that I have made to you in the past. After I redeem my pledges, let my delayed blessings be released. Henceforth, let me satisfy you with pleasant offerings, and let my gifts gladden your heart towards me so that I can prosper in the land of the living. For in the name of Jesus Christ I pray. Amen.

Sources:

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

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Saint Narcissus of Jerusalem

Daily Saints

St. Narcissus of Jerusalem
Saint Narcissus was placed as bishop when he was almost 80 years old. There are not much details about his life but there are numerous report of the miracles he performed. There was an account of Narcissus turning water into oil to be used in the lamps at Church on Holy Saturday.

Aside from the miracles, Saint Narcissus was also known for his harsh and rigid ways of Church discipline. At one point, he was even accused of serious crimes although that did not hold.

He eventually retired from his role as bishop. He disappeared and lived a life of solitude. While he was gone, many successors were appointed as replacement. However, Narcissus persuade him to resume his duties. Due to his old age, a younger bishop was brought in to assist him until he died.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-narcissus-of-jerusalem

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Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: Wis 11:22-12:2

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145:1-2, 8-9, 10-11, 13, 14

Second Reading: 2 Thes 1:11-2:2

Alleluia: 2 Cor 5:19

Gospel: Luke 19: 1-10

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Prayer For Faithfulness To God

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