God is also a transcendent deity whose grandeur and majesty command our attention and our reverence.
Prayer
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God is present to us, but are we present to Him?
Perhaps we should ask, with the Russian Orthodox monk and theologian Anthony Bloom, “When we think of the absence of God, is it not worthwhile to ask ourselves whom we blame for it?”
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Fr. James Martin, S.J.: Sometimes with prayer, start small
Examen Fifth Sunday of Lent
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Drawing closer to God by letting go
Perhaps as we prepare for the Holy Week that is to come, we will trust fully in God, knowing that whatever our circumstances, we need fear no evil, “for you are with me.”
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Praying for peace on D-Day
From 1944: When President Roosevelt led the nation in prayer on D-Day’s night, an event unique in modern history took place.
Posted inFaith, The Word
The power of God’s mercy
Vengeance, retribution and pitiless justice only amplify the power of sin.
Posted inFaith, The Word
How can we be the messengers of Christ?
We are like the angel messengers at the tomb: to interpret the signs of Christ’s presence and activity.
Posted inFaith, Lent Reflections
Should we bow more when we pray?
If we truly want to be disciples of God, we must subjugate our proud selves to his will and bow down in obedience.
Posted inFaith, Lent Reflections
How can I cultivate a wide mercy?
Am I doing everything I can, in my own little corner, to safeguard and protect “this blessed plot, this earth, this realm?”
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Fr. James Martin, S.J.: Lent is a time for spiritual renewal
Don’t get too down on yourself if your Lent hasn’t been perfect. Be easy with yourself. But keep taking those steps towards God.