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Our Lady of Knock ~ Silent Messenger of Hope

Our Lady of Knock Chapel of Apparitions, at Knock Shrine in County Mayo, Ireland (wikimedia)

This August marks the 140th anniversary of an event of the highest spiritual significance for the people of Ireland, and in fact, for the faithful of the world.

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Courage!

August 21
"Come near to your heavenly Mother. She will teach you the courage which makes militants for Christ.
-Emil Neubert, SM, STD
Today’s Reflection:
Consider the divinely heroic courage the Virgin Mary had to manifest throughout her life -- at the birth of Christ in a stable; the flight into Egypt; during Jesus's public ministry; at the foot of the Cross; at the tomb; after the ascension. Ask her to share a portion of her courage with you.

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Beware of Spiritualist Churches

AB writes: “I recently had a friend who has left his traditional Christianity and embraced the Spiritualist Church. I am having a hard time understanding exactly what this is. From his description of their activities it has elements of new age or even witchcraft. But he talks about Jesus as well. However they use non traditional "inspiration " such as the gospel of Thomas. Anyway I am just a bit confused and wonder if you have any insight on this group.”

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Vanity of vanities

August 20

"How many flourishing works has vanity or jealousy rendered sterile!"

-Emil Neubert, SM, STD

 

Today’s Reflection:

Ouch! Ponder deeply this statement. Ask the Lord to reveal how vanity or jealousy may be an obstacle to the good work to which you have been called and make a firm commitment to change.

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Consider your gifts

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The best way to express love and affection to your spouse is through gift giving. It is not only on Christmas day that men should give their wives gifts. Make it a habit to shower hugs, kisses and gifts to your wife. If you are on a tight budget and you think that it is impossible for you to buy your wife jewelries or a surprise trip to the Caribbean, then read on to know what practical. Buy gift items at Holyart.com.

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The most famous item wont to manufacture stone coasters is nonother than natural slates. Usually, the slate formulation is completed through a various layering process. The merger process is completed by using chemicals layer after layer to form it worth distinguishing. the ultimate output remains eye-catching. The extraordinary look which stone coasters provide can transform your drinking table to possess a singular experience. People usually buy lime coasters for drink table decorations. Limestone is a superb safeguarding tool for decaying furniture sets. a superb colour scheme turns limestone coasters worth noticing.

Important tips for purchasing stone coasters: you want to have a transparent concept all stones differ in their absorbing nature and this acts as a differentiator while buying stone coasters for drinks. The stone coasters are eye-catching accessories and that they are well varnished by the manufacturers but the protective covering doesn't act as a deterrent within the absorption capacity of stone coasters.

Keep it in mind that no dishwasher should be wont to wash stone coasters. Coasters are often maintained easily that simple cleaning with a humid cloth on a daily basis before its use and thereafter is ok . Avoid using harsh detergents on stone coasters for removing icky stains to extend durability.

The chances of glass sticking on coaster remain a minimum of on the coarse surface of stone coasters. The Velvetiness feature of stone coasters makes it possible to avoid any sort of scratch on furniture sets. The drink is averted to travel at the surface through the cork in stone coasters.

Usually, stone coasters for drinks remain durable. Such coasters are famous for being spongy, robust, and highly attractive. a singular color combination makes them more charming. These accessories became the simplest suitable items to show the décors amazing. Using stone coasters ensures that luxurious and dear furniture sets are shielded from scratch, ugly spot, or damaging. Your furnishing remains unaffected from any quite damage within the presence of cork shielding that keeps glasses safe from any slipping.

 

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Draw near to Mary

August 18
"Frequently draw near to Mary. She is like a most secluded sanctuary where you feel penetrated by the spirit of recollection as soon as you enter. For in her presence you live no longer amid the agitation of earth but
in the peace of heaven.
-Emil Neubert, SM, STD
Today’s Reflection:
Contemplate Mary in the Gospels. How does her life speak to the interior versus the exterior life?

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The Interior Life

August 17
"Good works should be nothing but an overflow from the inner life. Active works must begin and end in the interior life, and in it, find their means. The active and interior lives are completely interdependent."
-Dom Chautard
Today’s Reflection:
When you are in a state of grace, Christ lives in you. Habitual attention to His presence breaths life into everything you do, including good works. Take time to ponder this great mystery and enter this place within where Jesus desires to meet you.

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Okabashi Sandals and Reflexology

CF Writes: "My favorite summer sandals for the past 7-10 years have been Okabashi. When I was recently on your blog topics, I was surprised to see reflexology. I remembered that the term was used in reference to the making of these sandals. I went to the updated Okabashi web site, which now plays down the role of reflexology . . . . I was about to purchase new sandals, but now I hesitate . . ."

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Morning of Grace Deepens Faith, Lifts Hearts

by Denise McKane

Every Morning of Grace is another opportunity to have our Lord stretch our hearts ever larger. Our Blessed Mother and her Holy Spouse take us and form us more and more into His little handmaids. “For Such a Time as This” we give Him our “fiats.”

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