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"The family that prays together stays together." - Venerable Patrick Peyton
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The celebrations of Holy Cross Heritage Month are punctuated by the feast days and birthdays of Holy Cross heroes, men and women alike, whose lives testified to the good and holy work that Holy Cross was established to do. From the feasts of St. André Bessette and Blessed Basil Moreau to the birthday of Venerable Patrick Peyton — Holy Cross Heritage Month in many ways revolves around these saints and saints-in-the-making. But who exactly are the holy heroes of Holy Cross? Let’s take a look at two extraordinary men: Father Basil Moreau, C.S.C. and Brother Flavian Laplante, C.S.C.
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The Glorious Mysteries of the Holy Rosary celebrate the triumph of God’s love over sin and death. Jesus endured great suffering so that we could share eternal life with Him, and He gives us Mary to guide us on that path. Mary, the Mother of our souls, will form Jesus in us and give us the grace we need to live for eternity. Please join with us as we continue to pray this Family Rosary Novena for a family miracle through the intercession of Venerable Patrick Peyton and the Blessed Mother. This is where miracles begin! Read on for today's reflection and Rosary prayers.
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Pope Francis in one of his writings tells us; "The Holy Spirit makes us look to the horizon and drive us to the very outskirts of existence in order to proclaim life in Jesus Christ” What Pope Francis is portraying here is a belief in the transformative power or authority of Jesus in the world. In today’s gospel we have Jesus who teaches with authority unlike the scribes who simply relied on previous interpretations and traditions. He taught with divine authority. And as he is preaching, there is a sporadic outburst of a person disturbed by the evil Spirit. “What do you want with us Jesus of Nazareth....” This was an aggressive reaction directed at Jesus.
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When we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries, Mary teaches us how to stay close to Jesus as He carries the Cross. Though abandoned by His disciples, Jesus endured unimaginable pain because His love was stronger than suffering—a love He longed to share with us. Mary’s witness reminds us to make our homes and hearts places where that love is welcomed and lived out. In times of struggle or uncertainty, we can turn to her, confident that she will lead us closer to Jesus. Join us as we continue praying this Family Rosary Novena through the intercession of Venerable Patrick Peyton and our Blessed Mother, praying for a family miracle. This is where miracles begin! Read on for today's reflection and Rosary prayers.
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On this first day following the Advent days of Hope and assurance, the Christmas season of wonderment and new birth, the manifestation of the Light that shown for the whole world to see, we meet Hannah, a woman who is barren, heartbroken and carrying a sorrow she could hardly speak aloud. But standing beside her is Elkanah, her husband, who sees her pain and refuses to let her suffer alone. He doesn’t dismiss her grief. He stands by her and offers something that could appear to be inconsequential but isn’t. He offered her a listening heart, compassion and his presence. “Why do you weep? Am I not more to you than ten sons? His words may have fallen short, but no human comfort ever fully fills the deepest ache, but it can reveal a heart that wants to lift the burden from someone who is loved.
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Venerable Patrick Peyton | how to pray the rosary | rosary novena
In the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary, we reflect on the life of Jesus through the eyes of Mary, who loved and trusted God completely from the very start. Mary's unique relationship with God meant she knew Him as Father who loved His children so extravagantly that He received them with joy each time they turned away from their sins. We can trust God the same way Mary did because He always keeps His promises. Join us in praying the Family Rosary Novena with Venerable Patrick Peyton, asking God for a miracle for your family. This is where miracles begin! Read on for today's reflection and Rosary prayers.
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