Day 8, January 21st. Pope Francis: In communion with others “There indeed we find true healing, since the way to relate to others which truly heals instead of debilitating us, is a mystical fraternity, a contemplative fraternity. It is a fraternal Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 8
Rev. James Maher 1917-1980
Day 7, January 20th. Pope Francis: “Today’s Gospel Reading reminds us that the whole of Divine Law can be summed up in our love for God and neighbour: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 7
Day 6, January 19th. Pope Francis: “There is a Marian “style” to the Church’s work of evangelization. Whenever we look to Mary, we come to believe once again in the revolutionary nature of love and tenderness. In her we see Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 6
Day 5, January 18th. Pope Francis said: Prayer and the sacraments water the roots and our life blossoms. Never cut off Jesus’ roots.The celebration of Mass is organized around Communion, that is, in being united to Jesus; the Sacramental Communion: Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 5
Day 4, January 17th. Pope Francis on prayer of intercession: “Prayer of supplication is an expression of a heart that trusts in God and realizes that of itself it can do nothing. The life of God’s faithful people is marked Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 4
Although he was Son, he learnt to obey through suffering; but having been made perfect, he became for all who obey him the source of eternal salvation and was acclaimed by God with the title of high priest of the order of Melchizedek. (Hebrews 5:10)
Day 3, January 16th. Pope Francis on holiness: “There can be any number of theories about what constitutes holiness, with various explanations and distinctions. Such reflection may be useful, but nothing is more enlightening than turning to Jesus’ words and Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 3
Day 2, January 15th. Pope Francis: “we know well that with Jesus life becomes richer and that with him it is easier to find meaning in everything. This is why we evangelize. A true missionary, who never ceases to be Continue reading Novena to St. Vincent Pallotti Day 2