Remember, O Christian soul…

The prayer below used to appear on the back of our parish’s bulletin. Remember, O Christian soul, That thou hast this day and every day of thy life… God to glorify, Jesus to imitate, A soul to save, A body to mortify, Sins to repent of, Virtues to acquire, Hell to avoid, Heaven to gain,…

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30 Day Novena to Saint Joseph

My parents instilled a deep love for St. Joseph in my siblings and me. I started praying this novena for my dad on June 17. I am posting it here for easy reference. In honor of the years he spent with Jesus and Mary. [For Any Special Intention] Ever blessed and glorious Joseph, kind and…

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That Would Make Nine

Finnian (saying his nightly prayers): “For Mommy that she has chocolates. That Mommy has three chocolates.” Mommy: “I wouldn’t mind having three chocolates.” Other Children: “He means triplets.” Daddy: “That would make nine.” Note: I am not pregnant. Each night, the children pray that I am and that we have triplets.

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Litany of Humility

This prayer is printed on the back of our parish bulletin each week. I really appreciate having it there, as it serves as a wonderful reminder to pray the Litany of Humility. In addition, it makes me think of my grandmother. Therefore, on what would be my grandmother’s 105th birthday I am sharing it here…

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