Browsing From Father Jim
You are Loved By God
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“I have called you by your name, given you a title, though you knew me not. I am the Lord and there is no other, there is no God besides me... We give thanks to God for all of you, remembering you in our prayers, unceasingly calling to mind ... Read More »
I Can Do All Things in Him Who Strengthens Me
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“I know how to live in humble circumstances; I know also how to live with abundance... I have learned the secret of being well fed and of going hungry, of living in abundance and of being in need. I can do all things in him who strengthens me. Still, ... Read More »
Go and Do Likewise
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Finally... whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever ... Read More »
A Christ Attitude
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“If there is any encouragement in Christ, and solace in love, any participation in the Spirit, any compassion and mercy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, with the same love, united in heart thinking one thing. Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory, rather ... Read More »
Envy
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Seek the Lord while he may be found, call him while he is near. Let the scoundrel forsake his way and the wicked his thoughts, let him turn to the Lord for mercy, to our God who is generous in forgiving... What if I wish to give the last ... Read More »
Forgiveness
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
From Father Jim “Wrath and anger are hateful things, yetthe sinner hugs them tight... Forgive yourneighbor’s injustices then when you prayyour own sins will be forgiven. Couldanyone nourish anger against another andexpect healing from the Lord? Could anyonerefuse mercy to another like himself, can heseek pardon for his own ... Read More »
Forgive and Remember Without Bitterness
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
From Father Jim “Jesus said to his disciples, ‘If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over your brother. If he does not listen take one or two others along with you, ... Read More »
Echo Peter's Response
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
From Father Jim
“Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi and he asked his disciples, ‘Who do people say that the Son of Man is?’ They replied, ‘Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.’ He said to them, ‘But who ... Read More »
A Listening Heart
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
“Thus says the Lord: Just as from theheavens the rain and snow come downand do not return there till they havewatered the earth, making it fertile andfruitful, giving seed to the one whosows, and bread to the one who eats, soshall my word be that goes forth frommy mouth, ... Read More »
A Start-of-Summer Prayer
Posted by Peg O'Donnell
May we make our homes places of relaxation,
joy, love, peace and safety.
May we be generous and considerate,
not thinking only about ourselves,
but helping others enjoy the blessings of the summertime.
Lord God, Creator of all things,
guide our steps and strengthen our hearts
during these months ... Read More »