The cross of Christ is the source of all blessings

“The power of his death once confronted our death. In the words of Hosea the prophet: ‘Death, I shall be your death; grave, I shall swallow you up.’ ” From a sermon by Saint Leo the Great, pope The cross of Christ is the source of all blessings, the cause of all graces Our understanding, … Continue reading →

My Feast

When You come to me in Eucharist, You are the Eucharist. You promise in Love that You will sup with me, Along with the Father and the Holy Spirit. You are the host at this Feast, And the Holy Meal, You are the satisfaction of the desires of my heart, My Love. copyright 2015 Joann … Continue reading →

Truth’s Army, Truth’s Bride

Truth was never far away. It stood erect, And with resolve, Waited for the moment Of my will’s consent. It was relentless, Devoid of error, Stalwart and persistent. Truth was the beacon On the high mountain. It appealed to me On the level of the good. It drew me As home beckons the lost. I … Continue reading →

To Seek Bliss

Seek grace before bliss. To seek bliss, Is to seek the gift May be to shun the Giver. Who conjures dreams matters. My pleasure may  spring From forbidden springs. Before I entrust Myself to gods, Should I not seek To discern truth From Truth. Come, come, O, kind Spirit of Truth, Though You contradict my … Continue reading →