John 3:16-18 God so loved the world that he gave his only Son,so that everyone who believes in him might not perishbut might have eternal life.For God… Read more “Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity”
Author: thoughtsandprayersforthefaithful
Pentecost
John 7:37-39 On the last and greatest day of the feast,Jesus stood up and exclaimed,“Let anyone who thirsts come to me and drink.As Scripture says: Rivers of living… Read more “Pentecost”
The Ascension of the Lord
Matthew 28:16-20 The eleven disciples went to Galilee,to the mountain to which Jesus had ordered them.When they saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted.Then Jesus approached and… Read more “The Ascension of the Lord”
If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments
John 14:15-21 Jesus said to his disciples:“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.And I will ask the Father,and he will give you another Advocate to… Read more “If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments”
Have Faith in Me
John 14:1-12 Jesus said to his disciples:“Do not let your hearts be troubled.You have faith in God; have faith also in me.In my Father’s house there are… Read more “Have Faith in Me”
Jesus Is the One Who Saves
John 10:1-10 Jesus said:“Amen, amen, I say to you,whoever does not enter a sheepfold through the gatebut climbs over elsewhere is a thief and a robber.But whoever… Read more “Jesus Is the One Who Saves”
Jesus Came to Save Persons, and Promised His Continued Presence
Luke 24:13-35 That very day, the first day of the week, two of Jesus’ disciples were going to a village seven miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus, and… Read more “Jesus Came to Save Persons, and Promised His Continued Presence”
The Lord is risen! He is risen, indeed!
John 20:1-9 On the first day of the week, Mary of Magdala came to the tomb early in the morning, while it was still dark, and saw… Read more “The Lord is risen! He is risen, indeed!”
Palm Sunday, 2023
Today is the first day of Holy Week. I am still taking it slow after a recent hospitalization and the beginning of my life as a dialysis… Read more “Palm Sunday, 2023”
Second Station of the Cross: Jesus Takes Up His Cross
Second Station: Jesus Takes Up His Cross +We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you, Because by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world.… Read more “Second Station of the Cross: Jesus Takes Up His Cross”