Blessed candles and holy water are what we call “sacramentals” – little sacraments that remind us of the grace, mercy, and presence of Jesus. In times of difficulty, we might light the holy candles and cross ourselves with the holy water as signs of faithful confidence in the Lord. It’s a practice well worth recovering! @thegnewsroom
Tradition says St. Francis composed this prayer around 1205–1206, soon after his conversion, when he prayed in the dilapidated church of San Damiano (near Assisi). It reflects his profound devotion to the Crucified Christ and his awareness of the universal Church.
When Phil Rizzuto became ill toward the end of his life, he was put in an assisted living facility, which was about 30 minutes away from where Yogi lived.
And every single day, because teammates were important to him, he would drive there, and he would play cards with Phil.
And then when Phil would start to fall asleep, Yogi would hold his hand and when Phil would finally go to sleep, that’s when Yogi would leave.
Every day.
That’s what teammates meant to him."
Micheal Kay
My brother Cardinals from America and I have left the Pontifical North American College where we were staying and are preparing to enter the conclave. I bring your intentions with me! Please keep us in your prayers. Photos: CNS/Kendall McLaren
@DrBradJohnson Absolutely! I love being in the classroom. 30 years in Catholic school and it has been so fun for me. I really never wanted to be on the “other side!”
Empower students by giving them the choice to refocus through action—turning moments of fidgetiness into opportunities for self-regulation. The first time or two it was a little disruptive but then it became a natural part of our routine.
https://t.co/5y8FD1fyCJ @teachergoals