Saint of the Day – Saint Gregory of Nazianzus – January 3
Saint of the Day – Saint Basil the Great – January 2
The Rosary in a Year – Day 3 – Heart of Jesus
What do you feel when you are in the presence of Jesus? Freedom and comfort, or is there some apprehension or anxiety? Today, we journey with Fr. Mark-Mary to Jesus’ workshop, practicing imaginative meditation to use when we pray the Rosary. Today’s focus is “Heart of Jesus, patient and full of mercy,” and we will be praying one Our Father, three Hail Marys, and one Glory Be.
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The Rosary in a Year – Day 2 – The King Knows You
Feeling Hopeless?
Are you feeling hopeless?
Fr. Mike offers insights on how to combat despair. If you feel like you’ve tried everything, see no way out, or think nothing matters, Fr. Mike reminds you of the true meaning of hope. He explains that we can always rely on God’s presence. Choosing hope means choosing to act with courage, even if that victory is as simple as getting out of bed.
Finally, he reminds us that one of the best ways to fight despair is to bring that hopelessness to God in Confession.
You are loved, you are valued, and you are absolutely irreplaceable. Our team at Ascension is thinking of you and praying for you. If you’re going through a difficult time or struggling with your mental health, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Talk to someone you trust or seek support from a professional. You can also call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (available 24/7).
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If You’re Discouraged This Christmas, You Are Not Alone
Just because it’s “the most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t mean that everything is working out for you. But if tough times have actually given way to full-blown discouragement for you this Christmas, Fr. Mike has a word for you: “Emmanuel”.
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When Is Our Time to Die?
“Does God take us when he feels like our time here is over?” Fr. Mike tackles this question and examines the motivations behind it to show us why God made us and why our value doesn’t lie in what we do in this life.
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Is Jesus Just an Option?
Fr. Mike explains how Jesus can’t just be one good option out of many.
https://www.youtube.com/@FOCUSCatholic
The Power of ‘Yes’
When we know God’s will, we must respond with “yes”.
There are truly horrible and troubling things that can happen in each one of our lives. And yet, at every moment, we have the opportunity to respond in faith and love. Our response of trust can be summed up in one word: “Yes”.
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