Our Lady

This morning I had the beautiful opportunity to say the Rosary with a few friends. With prayerful intent we get together every Friday to pray together and meditate on the life of Christ through the mysteries of the Rosary. Today was a powerful one. While meditating on the sorrowful mysteries, I felt the presence of Our Lady, she was reaching out to each one in gratitude for our devotional prayer. In guidance and in hope she was there reminding us that everything in life is perfect in the silence of prayer and in the trust in God. It is through the sacred silence that God speaks, consoles and comforts as well as guides us through our daily path. The human existence is at times heavy, however in great contrast to God's immense light... in perfect union harmony exists. Feel for a moment the beauty of all there is as we commit to spending time each day in sacred silence. May prayer inspire your heart and may the love of Our Lady embody your entire soul and bring peace. In the Love of Jesus and Mary!

Saint Benedict

Today is the feast day of Saint Benedict! Imagine the celebration in Heaven as they surround St. Benedict with songs of praise and joy. Together with all the angels in heaven let us join in that celebration as we give gratitude for the heroic example of life set forth in Saint Benedict! Saint Benedict please continue to guide and protect us all as we march forth with our hearts on fire for God, feeling His Love, Mercy and perfect order... AMEN

ciao from Ischia Italy

Ciao... in Ischia and we just celebrated St. Peter and St. Paul... wow a true festival especially if your name is Peter or Paul!  Saint days are celebrated greater than birthdays in this country!!!
Ischia is a little island off of Naples about the size of Capri with close to 100% of the population being Catholic.  The Eucharist is adored daily, celebrated with parades and flower processions.  Every day is a Sunday here and life is about celebrating our faith.  It is a beautiful community to belong to.  No matter where in the world we travel... we walk into a Catholic church and we belong!  I take a knee in humble gratitude for the foundation and the continuation of our beautiful faith and to the Son that founded it!  May Today be filled with Peace!  Ciao...