HOLY SILENCE

Each week I send a short reflection to help you deepen your relationship with the Holy Spirit. Read: "If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also through his Spirit who dwells in you" (Romans 8:1). Ponder: As we fast approach Great Lent, Holy Week, and Pascha, it may seem odd to be told to start thinking about Pentecost. But it makes perfect sense. First, it is important

Blessed is the one who has Tasted the cup of the Master— Rejected, lied to, Cursed and spat upon. Blessed is the one who Falls down in trembling gratitude as a Sharer in those sufferings. Blessed is the one whose wounds have become A window through which Divine light pours forth into others. Blessed is the one whose Tears have plenteously watered the Seeds of compassion. Blessed is the one whose Scars speak sermons No words could preach. Blessed is the one who Serves not desp

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The cross is a scandal to the world, but we know it revealed the resurrection and lit the path for our salvation. Christ showed us the...