When I saw this quote on Facebook, the first thought that came to mind was “Contemplatives in Action”, a phrase that embodies the creative tension between a Jesuit’s full embrace of concrete action and their attentiveness to where God may call them next. Prayer has long been considered a powerful and essential practice in various cultures andContinue reading “Deeds Supersedes Prayers?”
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St. Alphonsus Liguori
Saint Alphonsus Liguori was a very special saint who lived in Italy during the 18th century. He was a bishop, a writer, and a founder of a religious order called the Redemptorists. Key facts: Saint Alphonsus Liguori was born in 1696 and became a priest at a young age. He dedicated his life to servingContinue reading “St. Alphonsus Liguori”
Faith Over Fear
In the journey of life, we are often confronted with moments of uncertainty and doubt. Fear can loom over us like a shadow, hindering our progress and preventing us from reaching our full potential. However, it is during these very moments that choosing faith over fear becomes a powerful catalyst for personal growth and transformation.Continue reading “Faith Over Fear”
Winning Faith
Photo, Poem by Fr. Terry Q Amidst the rough and rubblediscard and garbage heapthey stand firm base and stature tallwith promises to keepno matter what surrounds may bethey know they have a placeso grow and bloomthey must and willwhatever circs they facepapaya bougainvillea tallwith fruit and spread of bloomas woodpile grass and garbage pileconcede forContinue reading “Winning Faith”
Morning Rose Bud ~ Fr. T
morning rose budeach one prophecyeach one promisesequence fulfillunfathomable wayonly He knowstill dazzle bloomand way beyond His touch of graceHis always there… my life a prophecyHis promise madeI must fulfillthrough living faithof what must be His plans unfolduncertain waysmy joyous lifenot sacrificebut fully livedsufficient gracean offering photo and poem by Fr. Terrence Quadros SJ
Lenten Poem
Christmas is over and it’s Lent all over again,Should I eat a meat sandwich or should it be plain?Should I fast for 5 hours or skip breakfast and lunch,Or just have tea and a little something to munch? Should I stop smoking or should I shun drink,Should I stop thinking those wrong thoughts I alwaysContinue reading “Lenten Poem”
Things will work out
We have all gone through that phase wondering what God is up to, why does everything that happens makes us feel that things are just going downhill. Maybe it’s work or stress-related, or maybe you are struggling with relationships. Maybe it’s something in your financial life. And no matter what you do in any ofContinue reading “Things will work out”
Taking a Leap of Faith
Leaping without knowing where you’ll land on the other side can be extremely scary. But taking risks is necessary for growth. All of the greatest things in life require a leap of faith. You cannot fall in love if you don’t let down your walls and leap. You most likely won’t advance in your careerContinue reading “Taking a Leap of Faith”
Tough Times Don’t Last
We all go through difficulties in life. Failure, losing your job, bankruptcy, the death of a loved one and countless other scenarios. Going through these situations is never easy. Sometimes, we just want to give up and throw our hands up in silent resignation. It’s easy to see why. These are all painful situations that hitContinue reading “Tough Times Don’t Last”
5 Lessons the Storms of Life can Teach Us
Nature’s storms have a beauty of their own, even though they can be frightening and unpredictable. It’s breathtaking to see the night sky illuminated by flashes of light and watch the power of the wind sweep rain across the landscape. Storms are the perfect reminder of the power of God. No matter how far technologyContinue reading “5 Lessons the Storms of Life can Teach Us”
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