I am blessed to be part of a group of women called MOSAIC Moms. It’s a ministry I started years ago—gathering young mothers together monthly to support each other in faith and all of life’s challenges. Most of us aren’t young anymore, but we still benefit from the encouragement. It’s given through judgment-free listening, prayer and a sincere desire for the others’ good.
St. Paul experienced God’s desire for his good when Christ’s blinding light of love transformed him on the road to Damascus. We see this infused in Paul’s letters, where he typically opens with greetings of encouragement. He knows its power to motivate others to achieve their best. Even when he has to correct his disciples, he does so with love, inspiring them to do the right thing voluntarily.
Jane, praying for you and your mother that God be with you during this time and you are able to feel serenity and courage. Please call a friend. Know you are not alone and we pray for you, too. Amen.
Total Surrender: "Lean on your Beloved because the soul who abandons themselves in the hands of Jesus in all they do, is carried in His arms." St. Clare of Assisi
A truly beautiful sentiment Irene. Thank you for sharing St. Clare's words.
Claire, Paul is an amazing person. I look up to him in my struggles. He does always give encouragement even through his hard times. It's hard to do that when you get hit back down anyway. What strength he must have had. Thank you everyone for your prayers. Laura is going home from the hospital on plenty of antibiotics but probably won't have to have surgery, just a great deal of rehab. Blessings to all the LFF, especially Vicky and Garrett, Vincent, Jane and all going through challenges in their lives. May the love of God shine through is all each and everyday.
Stormi, great news on Laura, may her rapid healing continue! Amen.
I couldn't agree with you more, Stormi. I am filled with joy when all is well. I can't say the same for when I face challenges. Oh to emulate Paul someday... I'm very glad to hear Laura will be okay. Many blessings to you both!
Amen!
AMEN!
Vincent, I am praying for you now and will continue to do so. God will provide you strength to overcome any and all challenges. Trust in His grace and continue to pray as He is always there to listen.
Thank you Claire... as always, your reflection is very meaningful to me on my spiritual journey
I can't tell you how much your comment means to me, Cheryl. Thank you! I always pray that my reflections will resonate for someone. Thanks for being my "someone" today!
Thank you Claire. Filled with gratitude that the delivery of my meeting content went well yesterday and I was able to be of service. I’m tired today. 11 days in the office till I turn my things in. Yeah! Amen.
Thank YOU, Jane! I'm glad to hear all went well yesterday. Praying the next 11 days go smoothly for you!
Jane, blessings on the new days to come. May they be filled with love and happiness.
Jane, that will be perfect timing for baking those Thanksgiving pies!
11 days, but who's counting, right? May those days pass quickly with limited stress for you.
Lord please hear our prayers and bring your light to all those experiencing natural disasters, as well as those in Haiti, the Middle East, Ukraine, Russia, Darfur, the Sudan, in addition to all those suffering around the world - also for their strength, courage and resilience to continue walking in faith. Send them your light. Father in Heaven, have mercy on us and on the whole world! You sent Your Son, the Prince of Peace, for the salvation of the world. We pray that the Peace of Christ will reign in Haiti, the Middle East, Ukraine, Russia, Darfur and Sudan. Please protect and send aid to those in need and all who are at-risk. We pray for peace and rebuilding– we who are working towards it and for all those who are suffering or in danger from conflicts. We pray for an end to violence and war – we pray for wisdom for all leaders who have a hand in this. Lord God please help those in most need of thy mercy. Amen
Amen!
Amen.☮️
*** This is how Paul introduced himself in this letter to Philemon 1a, “I, Paul, am writing this letter. I am a prisoner because of Christ Jesus.” *** This is how Paul addressed Philemon 1b, 4-5, “Philemon, we are sending you this letter. You are our dear friend. You work together with us… I always thank my God when I remember you in my prayers. That’s because I hear about your love for all God’s people. I also hear about your faith in the Lord Jesus!” *** This is how Paul prerequisited his request to Philemon 6-7, “I pray that what we share by believing will help you understand even more. Then you will completely understand every good thing we share by believing in Christ. Your love has given me great joy. It has encouraged me. My brother, you have renewed the hearts of the Lord’s people!” ******* This is how Paul worded his request to Philemon 8-16!!! * To receive back Onesimus back better than a slave and as a brother in Christ * Do this favor for Paul not because Philemon has to but he wants to * Onesimus is very dear to Paul but even more dear to Philemon not only as a human being but as a brother in the Lord!
Vincent --- you will have many prayers sent your way. Ask God to guide you, walk with you . His spirit will be with you every step of the way.
Amen
I get great strength from reading these daily reflections. I have a great favour to ask! I am facing a very tough time mentally over the next few months and ask you to pray that I will by Gods grace, have the strength to get through it. Thank you
Including you in my evening rosary, Vincent. Good to hear from you again.
Vincent, I am adding you to my prayers too. May God surround you with all that you need over these next few months.
Vincent, remembering you in my prayers!! Trust in the Lord, he certainly will help you have the strength to deal with any circumstances!
Vincent, I've been thinking and praying for you lately. Just look at all of our prayer warriors praying for you here. Like Ken said, it's nice to sit in Adoration and lift up your problems to God. Leave the problems to Our Lord, He has you covered. Just Believe, my friend. Blessings, Rita.
Praying for you Vincent to be led out of the darkness and into the light ✝️
Vincent many prayers for the hard days to come. Asking God to hold you in his hands each day for strength.
Vincent…God’s got this, we’ve got you and you are surrounded by love and prayer! As St. Paul says “This too shall pass”. ❣️
Vincent, remember through God all things are possible. Praying for you.
Sometimes there are no words Vincent to make it better but God’s promises are there. He created the world such that darkness cannot last forever, the darkest night always turns to daylight as the sun must rise. Your dark time must end because God says so and in the light of that new time you can be encouraged, He will not let you down. Look ahead to the new day and the light as you bear whatever darkness you are in and know you will feel that light inside. May our prayers speed you to that day!
Vincent, your strength will come from our Lord... may his peace and love carry you through this tough time in your life
Praying for you, Vincent!
Vincent I will pray for you now. Hang in there. Contact friends to talk things through. Jesus is a great friend. Need to find quiet place to talk to him. Praying Ken
Jessi, my daughter, told me to read this good book “Dark Clouds - Deep Mercy” Discovering The Grace of Lament by Mark Vroegop…so I’m reading it!
Vincent, sending you light to remove the darkness and show God’s way. Amen.
Amen :) Prayers coming your way Vincent. God will provide a way, just stay tuned :)
Prayers for you that you receive strength and encouragement..
Vincent, God will make away! Trust His faithfulness and find peace in His holy presence.
Praying for God’s providence, presence and power be upon you, Vincent, in Deuteronomy 31:6, “So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” Amen ✝️
Vincent, I pray that God’s grace will give you the strength you need.
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Please pray for my mum. I’m so scared and alone… Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron of difficult cases, of things almost despaired of, Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Intercede with God for me that He bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly - (make your request here) - and that I may praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, O Blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor granted me by God and to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen