Oh Lord, You made me an element in Your creation. You designed me and created me so I might absorb, radiate and reflect the light, the energy, and goodness of Your Graces. Open my heart so I may absorb all You are giving. Give me the strength and courage to radiate everything I have been given. And, on those days when I’m not up to the task of being Your servant, at least, let me reflect all that You are.
Category Archives: Musings
Vatican II
What does the Second Council ask of us? To be an evangelist, proclaiming the Gospel of hope and faith. Discovering ways of teaching which guard the deposit of sacred Christian Doctrine and effectively maintain its integrity. Deepening the understanding of authentic doctrine by employing healthy psychology and solid philosophy in a literary form consistent with modern thought. To be imitators of Christ through love and mercy without condemnation. The Church is directing each and every one of us for the salvation of our souls not for building an empire of religious mandates. We are Christians who reflect sacred tradition and sacred scripture because we too are bound together in seeking unity and community in a world of beauty, goodness, and truth.
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day the gift of the Eucharist, our communion with You, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. Oh Lord, lead us into the splendor, majesty, and glory of your Word and deliver us from the temptations and strife of this world. Amen
Prayer for Forgiveness
Before I bring my confessions and petitions, I present my gratitude and praise to you Eternal Father, Christ Jesus and Holy Spirit. Thank you for this glorious life, thank you for leading me, guiding me through this world of strife and temptations. Thank you for helping me in all things and in all ways.
You know all the things I have done and the things I have failed to do. I am praying now, you will forgive me of all my sins, known and unknown, actions and thoughts which were not pleasing to you. Forgive me for the things I hold in my heart which are unholy, forgive me for my fantasies, moments of anger and the dread of fear, anxieties and depression. I pray that everything I do from this moment increases the faith, love, and trust I have in you.
Forgive me Lord for the pain and confusion I have caused in other peoples’ lives. Console them with the same consolation I receive from you. Heal their hearts and cleanse their souls.
In the name of Jesus Christ, I renounce all unholy spirits, all unrighteous thoughts, all thoughtless reactions and deeds. I want only to live in your presence Lord, following your will. Make my life a blessing for everyone. AMEN