A Votive Heart Sweet Savior, I give to Thee my heart. Make it as Thine own, That it may love those in the world, And those, having past from its bounds, Not ready to see the Father’s glory. With my every breath, I wait on Thee, Pleading the perfection of my cherished loves. Pray, lift … Continue reading
About Today – Ash Wednesday
About Today – Ash Wednesday via divineoffice.org Ash Wednesday “Be patient, therefore, beloved, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer waits for the precious crop from the earth, being patient with it until it receives the early and the late rains. You also must be patient. Strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the … Continue reading
Mary, the Violin
Mary, Virgin, Mother of God, The perfectly fashioned, And tuned instrument, A violin, In the hands of God, As He plays His music For the Son. ©2012 Joann Nelander
15 Prayers of St.Bridgit
THE FIRST PRAYER Our Father … Hail Mary … O Jesus Christ! Eternal Sweetness to those who love Thee, joy surpassing all joy and all desire, Salvation and Hope of all sinners, Who hast proved that Thou hast no greater desire than to be among men, even assuming human nature at the fullness of time … Continue reading
The Cross and the Furnace,
I want to spend my day loving You And embracing life as You send It to me. Nothing comes but by Your Will,. Not that I haven’t thwarted Your Will. I have! I know I have, But even as this moment Bears the imprint of the hammer, That struck the nails impaling You on Your … Continue reading