An Advent Magnificat

“My soul rejoices in my God.” – Isaiah 61:10 Spotless Mary, conceived without sin, pray for me that I might have a heart like yours, one that seeks to magnify the Lord. Pray that I may have a joyful heart that rejoices in God and praises His name above all others, especially above my own name. May I always seek to glorify Him and not myself. Pray for me that my heart may be grateful…

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A Truly Happy Heart

Blessed are they…-Matthew 5:1-12 The Beatitudes are a rule of life that can help us live a life that is truly happy and holy. It’s a picture of a life lived virtuously, full of faith in the Lord, confident hope in His promises, and love of God and neighbor. Following the Beatitudes is like a blueprint for conforming our hearts to Christ’s Sacred Heart.  Christ is the exemplary image of each one of the Beatitudes.…

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Our Good Shepherd

Christ, our Good Shepherd is our gate—our Way—to heaven (John 10:9; 14:6). Jesus spoke about the effort it takes to enter the heavenly gate: “Strive to enter through the narrow door, for many, I tell you, will attempt to enter but will not be strong enough” (Luke 13:24). To go through that narrow gate, we must make ourselves small and humble. We can become small by striving to become like little children, like God’s beloved…

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