All Saints Day–St. Bernard

From a sermon by Saint Bernard, abbot Let us make haste to our brethren who are awaiting us. Why should our praise and glorification, or even the celebration of this feast day mean anything to the saints? What do they care about earthly honors when their heavenly Father honors them by fulfilling the faithful promise … Continue reading →

To Greater Heights

Lift me to Your shoulder; Carry me, henceforth. I can see all things in a new way, From my throne above the world. Your Shepherd’s crook in view, A sign of assurance, Calming the sea, defeating the flesh, Vanquishing the Foe. Perched in Paradise, I ride above the storm. Battles won by stillness, Flames quenched … Continue reading →

Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary after Holy Mass

O Maria Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary after Holy Mass O MARY, most holy Virgin and Mother, behold, I have received thy most beloved Son, Jesus Christ, whom thou concievedst in thy spotless womb, bore, nursed, and held with thy sweet embraces. Behold Him at whose sight thou willst rejoice and be filled with … Continue reading →