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Our Daily Family Reflection features beautiful images, a scripture passage and a short inspiring reflection each and every day. If you need a reflection on the go, we also have a prayer app that includes a quote from Pope Francis. If you haven't already, sign up today!
Below lists recent Reflections that were published. You can share them with family and friends and use them as you gather together for a brief, yet meaningful,
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September 22, 2024
“The wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits.” (James 3:17) Holy Mother Mary, the heart of the Way of Jesus is so simple and beautiful: devotion, faith, love. Help us to live in our home what you lived each day in your home in Nazareth with Jesus and Joseph.
September 21, 2024
“As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth; and he said to him, ‘Follow me.’ And he got up and followed him.” (Matthew 9:9) Lord, You look at our family with love — even with our faults and failings — and You say to us: “Follow me.” May we look back at You with love and say YES, with our words and with our lives.
September 20, 2024
“Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth; you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom.” (Matthew 11:25) Father, we thank You for the Divine Revelation which allows us to know You through the Son! Guide us as a family to draw ever closer to you. May we recognize the mysteries of the Kingdom in our midst. Amen.
September 19, 2024
“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest, says the Lord.” (Matthew 11:28) We turn to You when we are in need. You are our comfort and our rest. Help us to never forget You can help us carry every burden; no problem is bigger than Your Grace. Amen.
September 18, 2024
“Love is patient, love is kind. It is not jealous, love is not pompous, it is not inflated, it is not rude, it does not seek its own interests, it is not quick-tempered, it does not brood over injury, it does not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices with the truth. It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-7) Lord, what a gift we find in Your radical, self-giving, perfect love. Teach us to put this kind of pure and humble love at the center of our families. Teach us to be patient, kind, and self-giving. Amen.
September 17, 2024
“Fear seized them all, and they glorified God, exclaiming, ‘A great prophet has arisen in our midst,’ and ‘God has visited His people.’” (Luke 7:16) Lord, You became man so that we may become like You. You are still here with us in the Eucharist; what joy that we can visit with your there — Truly Present. Let our family be a family that bears witness to this truth. Amen!
September 16, 2024
“Lord, do not trouble yourself, for I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof. Therefore, I did not consider myself worthy to come to you; but say the word and let my servant be healed.” (Luke 7:6-7) Lord, help our family to be as faithful as the Centurion. Despite his feelings of unworthiness, he understood that You have the power to do anything. Help us to rely on You despite our shortcomings. Amen.
September 15, 2024
“What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? (James 2:14) We have always been told, “Actions speak louder than words.” Inspired by Your actions, Jesus, Saint James helps us to believe similarly. Help all Christian families to be people of action in their daily walk of faith. Amen.
September 14, 2024
“Christ Jesus … though he was in the form of God, did not deem equality with God something to be grasped.” (Philippians 2:6) Christ Jesus, Your act of humility in lowering Yourself to take on the human condition fully was an act of total self-giving. Help all Christian families to follow Your example of self-sacrifice in our relationships with others. Amen.
September 13, 2024
“[Jesus said] Why do you notice the splinter in your brother’s eye, but do not perceive the wooden beam in your own? (Luke 6:41) Being judgmental is a common problem for many. Yet, You, Lord Jesus, have asked us to look inward before we judge others. Help all who bear Your name to follow Your example of right living. Amen.
September 12, 2024
“I say, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” (Luke 6:27-28) Lord Jesus, Your attitude and actions were always toward peace, yet our world today is filled with violence and war. Help all Christian families to be vessels of goodness and peace in their relations with one another. Amen.
September 11, 2024
“Blessed are you who are poor, for the kingdom of God is yours.” (Luke 6:20b) Jesus, our brother, You willingly and freely associated with the poor and those society had rejected. Help all Christian families to give of their time, talent, and treasure to those most in need. Amen.
September 10, 2024
“It was not you who chose me, but I who chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit that will remain…” (John 15:16) Lord, each of us is the result of a thought of Yours, each of us is willed, each of us is necessary, and loved by You. Give us the grace to share this joy with all we meet. Amen.
September 09, 2024
“Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” (Matthew 25:40) Lord, Mother Teresa’s sisters interrupt their service to the poor daily to spend time with the Lord Jesus in a holy hour. Help me to spend some time each day with You so I can recognize You in others. Amen.
September 08, 2024
“Then he looked up to heaven and groaned, and said to him, ‘Ephphatha!’ that is, ‘Be Opened!’” (Mark 7:34) Lord, giving our full attention is a fundamental quality of love. Help me to be open to Your grace so that I can be open to those I love and not take them for granted. Amen.
September 07, 2024
“I am the way, the truth and the life, says the Lord; no one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) Lord, raising teens is delicate and complex. We seek Your wisdom to know how to hold but not baby, admire but not embarrass, guide but not control, and release but not abandon. Help us, Lord. Amen.
September 06, 2024
“I am the light of the world, says the Lord; whoever follows me will have the light of life.” (John 8:12) Lord, come, be our light! With Your Light, our family prays so we can believe; believes so we can love; loves so we can serve and serves so we can know your joy. Amen.
September 05, 2024
"Master, we have worked hard all night and have caught nothing, but at your command, I will lower the nets." (Luke 5:6) Dear Jesus, when our family’s efforts seem in vain, strengthen our faith to trust in Your timing. May we always be ready, as a family, to follow Your guidance, believing in the abundance You will provide.
September 04, 2024
“The Lord sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor and to proclaim liberty to captives.” (Luke 4:18) Lord, inspire our family to be messengers of Your Good News. Help us to bring hope to the poor and freedom to the oppressed, as we live out the mission You have entrusted to our family.
September 03, 2024
“The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and of great kindness. The Lord is good to all and compassionate toward all his works.” (Psalm 145:8-9) Gracious God, may our family always remember Your endless mercy and kindness. Help us to embody Your compassion within our home and extend that love to everyone we encounter.
September 02, 2024
“How I love your law, O Lord! It is my meditation all the day.” (Psalm 119:97) Lord, fill our family’s hearts with a deep love for Your law. May Your word be our constant guide and source of wisdom, shaping our thoughts and actions throughout each day as a family.
September 01, 2024
“Be doers of the word and not hearers only, deluding yourselves.” (James 1:22) Loving Father, guide our family to be doers of Your word, living out our faith together with integrity and purpose, so that we may collectively reflect Your love in our daily lives.
August 31, 2024
"Consider your own calling, brothers and sisters.” (1 Corinthians 1:26) Creator God, we celebrate our unique gifts — physical, mental, and emotional. Help us accept ourselves, find patience with our weaknesses, and use our strengths for Your glory. Amen.
August 30, 2024
"Be vigilant at all times and pray, that you may have the strength to stand before the Son of Man.” (Luke 21:36) God of all hours, our relationship with You is ongoing. Make us alert and ready to turn to You in prayer, always seeking your strength. Amen.
August 29, 2024
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:10) Heavenly Father, it's not always easy to stand out. Help us remember Your teachings when our choices differ from others. Grant us the courage to live whole-heartedly for You. Amen.
August 28, 2024
"Whoever keeps the word of Christ, the love of God is truly perfected in him.” (I John 2:5) Loving God, guide our family to understand Your teachings. Grant us the courage to follow them, deepening our love for You, each other, and the world. Amen.
August 27, 2024
"The word of God is living and effective, able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12) Lord, as we gather to read Your Living Word in our home, open our hearts to its truth. May we examine our thoughts and find consolation in Your forgiveness and merciful love. Amen.
August 26, 2024
"We always pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling.” (2 Thessalonians 1:11) Gracious God, we thank You for our Christian family. Remind us to pray for one another, that together we may grow and fulfill Your purpose. Amen.
August 25, 2024
“For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” This is a great mystery, and I am applying it to Christ and the church.” (Ephesians 5:31-32) Lord, Your vision for marriage and family is truly amazing! May our marriage, our family be a living manifestation of Your love for the Church, Your love for us, and a light for those around us.
August 24, 2024
“Jesus saw Nathanael coming toward him and said of him, ‘Here is a true child of Israel. There is no duplicity in him.’” (John 1:47-48) Lord Jesus, please give our family a heart like yours with which to follow You each day so we may grow in goodness, authenticity, beauty, and peace. Make us sincere and genuine like the Holy Apostle Nathanael. Make us like You!
