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Reflections of Family and Faith
"The family that prays together stays together." - Venerable Patrick Peyton
Healing Mass | intercession of saints | serving others
“Let not the wise boast of his wisdom, nor the strong boast of his strength, nor the rich man boast of his riches; But rather, let those who boast, boast of this, that in their prudence they know me.” (Jer. 9:22-23) This quote from the prophet Jeremiah speaks to one of the most important virtues that can lead to a life of faith—humility. As Jeremiah knows, it is humility that leads us to know God. If one is so in love with their own wisdom, their own strength, their own wealth, they will never know the love of God. Humility is the strength to submit to the will of God. It is the strength to know that God is so much bigger than yourself.
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Our Lady of Sorrows | Seven Sorrows of Mary | family prayer
Devotion to Mary, under the title of Our Lady of Sorrows, took root in the Church around the 14th century. It was revealed to St. Bridget of Sweden that devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary's Seven Sorrows would grant seven extraordinary graces. In contemplating the suffering of Mary, one is drawn ever closer to her Son, Jesus, and his suffering which redeemed the world.
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family life | patron saints | praying for your family
Back-to-school time is just around the corner and despite your feelings about it (euphoria or dread), you’d better be ready! Below are a few heavenly friends to turn to as you prepare your family for the start of the school year. First, and arguably most important: St. Drogo, patron of coffee and sure intercessor for your energy levels.
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family prayer | litany | praying for your family
When I became Catholic, the lives of the saints were a rich treasure trove of interest and hope for me. I was blown away by these small, yet holy lives. These were real people that I could relate to and love and ask to pray for me! I love to encourage my family’s devotion to the saints. One way to encourage this devotion is to write a litany of the saints for your family.
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Family Activities | Health and Fitness | pray the rosary
Summertime offers the perfect opportunity to get outside as a family and make exercise a fun experience. By taking part in physical activity together, you will be helping your children learn that fitness is about doing what you enjoy and doesn’t have to be a chore or involve a lot of time, expense, or fancy equipment. Additionally, family prayer, especially the Rosary, can easily be incorporated into many of these activities.
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Father Patrick Peyton | Holy lives of inspiration | pray the rosary
On this 31st Anniversary of Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C.'s death on June 3, 1992, we celebrate with a moving story of the power of the family Rosary from PRAY: THE STORY OF PATRICK PEYTON, producer and co-writer Megan Harrington. Growing up my parents made us — it was not a choice or an option — be in the kitchen at 7 am before school to pray the Rosary. They believed in its promises and the power of prayer. Gathering a herd of 11 children is not an easy task, especially in the morning. I’d like to tell you that their example launched me into the daily practice from the time I was a small girl until today, but unfortunately, it didn’t. The seed was planted, however, and I would be reminded of its effectiveness many times over the course of my life. I am forever grateful to my parents, who were the first witnesses of the faith.
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