His Grace for My Sin – A Prayer of St. Augustine
“What fault committed by man has not been expiated by the Son of God made man? What pride can be so immeasurably inflated, that it could not be brought down by such humility? Truly, O my God, if we...
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Introducing Donna Sue Berry: St. Monica, Please Pray for Me
Dear CSD Family, On this Memorial of St. Monica, we are blessed to introduce Donna Sue Berry, Catholic poet and author, who has started publishing her poems on-line, is working on the book “Catholic...
View ArticleIrresistibly Drawn by Faith
We can begin a discussion on the three theological virtues of faith, hope and love from a more intellectual point of view, to define each in order to understand each. Such an endeavor would rob these...
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Rejoice in the Lord Always
Christians have the duty to rejoice, to express their joy to the world. Great thinkers like St. Augustine explain to us that joy is love which possesses its object. When we have what we most desire, we...
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Examination of Conscience
✞ Presence of God – O Lord, cast a ray of light on my soul, so that I may be able to see myself as You see me and as You judge me. MEDITATION To insure an orderly and progressive growth in the...
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The Gift of Love
✞ Holy Thursday Presence of God – O Jesus, grant that I may fathom the immensity of that love which led You to give us the Eucharist. MEDITATION “Having loved His own … He loved them unto the end” (Jn...
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The Resurrection of the Lord
Presence of God – O risen Jesus, make me worthy to share in the joy of Your Resurrection. MEDITATION “This is the day which the Lord hath made; let us be glad and rejoice therein” (Roman Breviary)....
View ArticleHis Grace for My Sin – A Prayer of St. Augustine
“What fault committed by man has not been expiated by the Son of God made man? What pride can be so immeasurably inflated, that it could not be brought down by such humility? Truly, O my God, if we...
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Introducing Donna Sue Berry: St. Monica, Please Pray for Me
Dear CSD Family, On this Memorial of St. Monica, we are blessed to introduce Donna Sue Berry, Catholic poet and author, who has started publishing her poems on-line, is working on the book “Catholic...
View ArticleIrresistibly Drawn by Faith
We can begin a discussion on the three theological virtues of faith, hope and love from a more intellectual point of view, to define each in order to understand each. Such an endeavor would rob these...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Rejoice in the Lord Always
Christians have the duty to rejoice, to express their joy to the world. Great thinkers like St. Augustine explain to us that joy is love which possesses its object. When we have what we most desire, we...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Examination of Conscience
✞ Presence of God – O Lord, cast a ray of light on my soul, so that I may be able to see myself as You see me and as You judge me. MEDITATION To insure an orderly and progressive growth in the...
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The Gift of Love
✞ Holy Thursday Presence of God – O Jesus, grant that I may fathom the immensity of that love which led You to give us the Eucharist. MEDITATION “Having loved His own … He loved them unto the end” (Jn...
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The Resurrection of the Lord
Presence of God – O risen Jesus, make me worthy to share in the joy of Your Resurrection. MEDITATION “This is the day which the Lord hath made; let us be glad and rejoice therein” (Roman Breviary)....
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How Do I Set Up a Home Altar?
Dear Dan, I have heard you speak and mention the importance of having a home altar or dedicated space to pray. I must admit that this is a completely foreign idea to me but it is also intriguing and I...
View ArticleIn the Presence of the Trinity
In the Presence of the Trinity Presence of God – The knowledge of Your mystery, O Most Holy Trinity, creates in me profound humility, blind faith, and ardent love. MEDITATION What Jesus has revealed to...
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CSD Book Club – Journal of a Soul (Week 8 of 12)
On Suffering Journal of a Soul I think the Lord Jesus has in store for me, before I die, for my complete mortification and purification and in order to admit me to his everlasting joy, some great...
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Infinite Love
Presence of God – O my God, my only love, kindle in me the fire of Your charity. MEDITATION Sacred Scripture tells us: “God is charity” (1 Jn 4:16). God is love, eternal, infinite, substantial love....
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What is God’s Will Regarding Suffering?
Editor’s Note: The following post comes from a new book by Fr. Bartunek published by Franciscan Media: “Answers: Catholic Advice for Your Spiritual Questions”. The questions and answers in this new...
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Climbing the Mountain of Christian Perfection
An Introduction to the Devout Life (Week 12 of 14) But as you gaze upon the steep mountain of Christian perfection: “Alas!” you exclaim, “how shall I ever ascend it?” Be of good cheer; when the young...
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