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Dominican Preaching through Word and Image
Category: Prayer
What Would We Ask of God? What Would Jesus Ask?
Jesus said to his disciples: “Amen, amen, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in my name he will give you. Until now you have not asked anything in my name; ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete. “I have… Continue Reading “What Would We Ask of God? What Would Jesus Ask?”
Draw Near to God
Today’s reading from the Letter of James reminds us that Lent is on the way. So submit yourselves to God. Resist the Devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and God will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you… Continue Reading “Draw Near to God”
Jesus Practiced what He Preached
Yesterday Jesus encouraged his followers to find a place and time for prayer, rest, and reflection. In today’s Gospel we see how this was his practice, and it was the place from which he drew his strength for ministry. Rising very early before dawn,… Continue Reading “Jesus Practiced what He Preached”
Come and Rest
From today’s Gospel reading: Jesus said to them, “Some away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest for a while.” This particular resting place can be found at Presentation Center in Los Gatos.
All the Earth Cries Out
One of today’s psalms at morning prayer was Psalm 100. It begins: “All the earth cries out to you with shouts of joy, O God.” All the earth cries out to you with shouts of joy, O God, Servign you with gladness, coming before… Continue Reading “All the Earth Cries Out”
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