The strength of a man Is not in weapons and might, But in his heart, Powered by faith in God. ©2014 Joann Nelander
Hanging Out
They don’t see you. Stand up! Do something!! It’s not their fault. They’re so busy. And you, You’re practically invisible. Stand up. Wave your arms. Get their attention. Shout! Yes, shout! You’re silent as a lamb. They’ll never see you. Too much work! “The Lord’s work.” Wave your arms! Sorry. … Continue reading
We proclaim Christ to the whole world – From a homily by Pope Paul
We proclaim Christ to the whole world – From a homily by Pope Paul VI Not to preach the Gospel would be my undoing, for Christ himself sent me as his apostle and witness. The more remote, the more difficult the assignment, the more my love of God spurs me on. I am bound to … Continue reading
GARDEN OF THE LORD
Sweet Mother, come to me. Visit my ground. See my wild, unruly state. Take pity, Take time, Take me. In your holy vision, Contemplate the Face of your Son, Recreate His countenance in Me. Clear me. Clean me. Cultivate me. Come again, and again, and again, Work the miracle of grace upon grace. With hand, … Continue reading
A Blessing for New Life
All Holy, Almighty, Jesus, Purest Heart, Look upon the sweet beings, God’s good creations, Nestled in the sanctity of human wombs. Encircle the world through these little ones, With Triune Love. Bless Mother Eve with the “Fiat” grace of Mother Mary, To bring forth a generation wed to Your Holy Will, Peacemakers, pious through obedience, … Continue reading
