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A helper close at hand in times of distress
““And when Jesus saw their faith He said to the paralytic, “Child your sins are forgiven.” (Mark 2:5) I at times reflect about how I see my role in the Church which is the family of God and what it … Continue reading
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Trusting In God’s Mercy
I want to write to you about all the craziness that is going on in our world today. There are so many problems with the weather going on around our world. Some don’t believe it’s anything out of the ordinary. … Continue reading
REMINDER: Meditation Session Together
Tomorrow, April 13th, at 6:30 pm Eastern Time, we will be holding another Group Meditation Prayer Session. It will last for 20 Minutes, during which time you are Invited to Pray with us from wherever you are. You may Pray … Continue reading
Hermit Solidarity and Community
Chronic Illness and Pain can often cause isolation even for Hermits. Yes we value our Solitude, but we need to know we have companions along the way, just like anyone else. The Early Desert Fathers and Mothers also had this … Continue reading
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CHRISTIAN MEDITATION SESSION
Greetings to All – Today is SUNDAY, Lent Week 2. Although I have my infirmities and pains to contend with, nonetheless, within my heart I align myself with God for the highest good of all suffering being. I practice of … Continue reading
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A Rule Of Life – Reflections for LENT
Greetings to All – As we enter Week 2 of LENT, I find it a good time to pause and look within, hoping to discern in just what ways I have been cooperating with the graces offered to me, thus … Continue reading
Your Suffering Has Meaning
For all who study and teach Scripture, our encounter with the Living Word will bear fruit in the lives of countless others. by: Bro. Mark I have been contemplating that God actually helps others through me when I study and … Continue reading
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DAY 18 – How Should One Pray?
Abba Macarius was asked, “How should one pray?” The old man said, “There is no need at all to make long discourses; it is enough to stretch out one’s hands and say, ‘Lord, as you will, and as you know, … Continue reading
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DAY 14 – More Desert Wisdom
“A hunter in the desert saw Abba Anthony enjoying himself with the brethren and he was shocked. Wanting to show that it was necessary sometimes to meet the needs of the brethren, the old man said to him, ‘Put an … Continue reading
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Disability & Spiritual Warfare
“Taking control” of our lives is often associated with freedom and independence. However, when one finds himself in the grip of disability and illness, control is the first gift that is sacrificed. Control is relinquished with great suffering at the … Continue reading
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