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Matthew 19:14

Verse:

“Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” - Matthew 19:14

Prayer Seeking the Kingdom of God

Almighty God, it is my prayer that the fruit of Your Word be planted and rooted deep within my heart. As I walk with You, Lord, I pray that the legal rights given to me will be manifested. Health, success, prosperity, peace, happiness and joy are just some of those rights that You have granted through the blood of Your precious Son, Jesus Christ. May the promises of Your Word bring me to the place of glory in Your Kingdom and bring out the best in me.

Sources:

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

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St. Francis Borgia

Daily Saints

St. Francis Borgia was a Spanish nobleman, born into an influential family. He initially served in the imperial court and made a career there. However, he gave up his public life and his possessions due to series of life events. He joined the Society of Jesus and was instrumental in spreading the Jesuits’ influence all over Europe.

He helped established the Jesuit College in Gandia which was made into a university. He was elected as head of the Jesuits at the age of 55. He focused on growing and spreading faith through the Society of Jesus in Europe. He was regarded as the second founder of the Jesuits. He passed away in 1572.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-francis-borgia

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Francis-Borgia

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28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Gosples & Readings

Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: 2 Kgs 5:14-17

A reading from the Second Book of Kings

Naaman went down and plunged into the Jordan seven times
at the word of Elisha, the man of God.
His flesh became again like the flesh of a little child,
and he was clean of his leprosy.

Naaman returned with his whole retinue to the man of God.
On his arrival he stood before Elisha and said,
"Now I know that there is no God in all the earth,
except in Israel.
Please accept a gift from your servant."

Elisha replied, "As the LORD lives whom I serve, I will not take it;"
and despite Naaman's urging, he still refused.
Naaman said: "If you will not accept,
please let me, your servant, have two mule-loads of earth,
for I will no longer offer holocaust or sacrifice
to any other god except to the LORD."

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 98:1, 2-3, 3-4

Response– The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power

Sing to the LORD a new song,
for he has done wondrous deeds;
his right hand has won victory for him,
his holy arm.

R– The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power

The LORD has made his salvation known:
in the sight of the nations he has revealed his justice.
He has remembered his kindness and his faithfulness
toward the house of Israel.

R– The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power

All the ends of the earth have seen
the salvation by our God.
Sing joyfully to the LORD, all you lands:
break into song; sing praise.

R– The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power

Second Reading: 2 Tm 2:8-13

A reading from the Second Letter of Saint Paul to Timothy

Beloved:
Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David:
such is my gospel, for which I am suffering,
even to the point of chains, like a criminal.
But the word of God is not chained.
Therefore, I bear with everything for the sake of those who are chosen,
so that they too may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus,
together with eternal glory.
This saying is trustworthy:
If we have died with him
we shall also live with him;
if we persevere
we shall also reign with him.
But if we deny him
he will deny us.
If we are unfaithful
he remains faithful,
for he cannot deny himself.

Alleluia: 1 Thes 5:18

Alleluia, alleluia. In all circumstances, give thanks,
for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. Alleluia, alleluia!

Gospel: Luke 17: 11-19

A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke

As Jesus continued his journey to Jerusalem,
he traveled through Samaria and Galilee.
As he was entering a village, ten lepers met him.
They stood at a distance from him and raised their voices, saying,
"Jesus, Master! Have pity on us!"
And when he saw them, he said,
"Go show yourselves to the priests."
As they were going they were cleansed.
And one of them, realizing he had been healed,
returned, glorifying God in a loud voice;
and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him.
He was a Samaritan.
Jesus said in reply,
"Ten were cleansed, were they not?
Where are the other nine?
Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?"
Then he said to him, "Stand up and go;
your faith has saved you."

The Readings and Gospel were sourced from:

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100922.cfm

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Acts 4:12

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” - Acts 4:12

Verse:

“Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” - Acts 4:12

Prayer To Prepare For Salvation

Let my conscience be clear, my conduct without fault, my speech blameless, my life well-ordered. Put me on guard against my human weaknesses. Let me cherish your love for me. Keep your law and come at last to your salvation. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Sources:

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

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Saint Denis

Daily Saints

Denis was one of the seven bishops that was sent to Gaul to convert people during the reign of emperor Decius. He was regarded as the first bishop of Paris. Little is known about his life but legend has it that Saint Denis was beheaded on Montmartre, which translates to “mountain of martyrs”. According to the legend, his corpse, which was decapitated, carried his head to the northeast of Paris. A basilica was built over his tomb at the beginning of the sixth century.

Sources:

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

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-denis-and-companions

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Psalm 139:7-8

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.” - Psalm 139:7-8

Prayer For Psalm 139

Help us Lord in our search for heavenly things when our minds are surrounded by earthly things. Help us, your children, to overcome the world and put more of the heavenly things in our remembrance. For the earthly things shall soon pass away and when we leave this earthly life we will have to face our judgement. Amen.”

Sources:

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

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Saint Pelagia

Daily Saints

The story of St. Pelagia has inspired various legends. There are two stories that are often confused together. One of it is a historical young Christian in Antioch who is celebrated as a virgin and martyr. According to the story, at 15 years old, she threw herself off the roof of a building rather than be offered as a sacrifice to the pagan gods during the persecution of Christians.

The other story is talks of another Pelagia known as “Pelagia the Penitent”, who was a famous actress in Antioch. Pelagia was renowned for being rich and being meticulous with her physical appearance. One day she went to hear the preach of the Bishop, St. Nonnus, and was so moved by his sermon that she wanted to be baptized. St. Nonnus agreed and baptized her. After that, she gave her wealth to aid the poor and left Antioch to live a life of poverty.

St. Pelagia is known as the patron saint of actresses.

Sources:

https://www.saintsfeastfamily.com/copy-of-st-pelagia-of-tarsus-oct-8

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=811

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Our Lady of the Rosary

Daily Saints

Instituted by Pope St. Pius V to give thanks for their victory at the battle of Lepanto in the 1570s. They attributed their victory to the rosary and the feast actually is a reminder of all the countless blessing bestowed upon the people through the Rosary of our Blessed Virgin Mary.

It was initially a practice developed as an imitation of 150 Psalms, by praying 150 our Fathers. There was also a practice of praying 150 Hail Marys. Then at some point, the mystery of the life of Jesus was added to each of the Hail Mary. According to legend, Mary gave the rosary to Saint Dominic. Although a legend, the development of the prayer form of the rosary can be attributed to the followers of Saint Dominic. One of the followers was even known as the “apostle of the rosary”, Alan de la Roche. He was the one who founded the first Confraternity of the Rosary. By 16th century, the rosary has already transformed into the form that we now use.

Sources:

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/our-lady-of-the-rosary

https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2021-10-07

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Ephesians 6:12

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” - Ephesians 6:12

Prayer For God’s Protection Against Evil

May God protect, bless and hear the prayers of my family. May God hear their prayers for economic woes they have. Pray for their health, specially for my father kidneys and heart. May God almighty bless their children and grandchildren with protection from evil and abundance in love from you Lord. Amen.

Sources:

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

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Matthew 7:1

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Do not judge, or you too will be judged” - Matthew 7:1

Prayer For Judgment

Lord Jesus, You teach us to pray that heaven would manifest on earth. Yet, I often am perplexed about how to apply this to my own life. I am presented each day with choices, and I am unsure how to judge each circumstance. Lord, help me to discern Your will. Speak to me through Your word, that my heart might be rightly formed. Illuminate my mind and speak truth into my life. Give me a renewed mind in Your spirit, Lord. Amen.

Sources:

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

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Liturgy of the Word

First Reading: 2 Kgs 5:14-17

A reading from the Second Book of Kings

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 98:1, 2-3, 3-4

Second Reading: 2 Tm 2:8-13

A reading from the Second Letter of Saint Paul to Timothy

Alleluia: 1 Thes 5:18

Gospel: Luke 17: 11-19

A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke

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