Joy

Joyful People of Integrity

 

This Sunday we are to become joyful people of integrity.

“In the house of God there is never ending festival; the angel choir makes eternal holiday; the presence of God’s face gives joy that never fails.”

Saint Augustine

During the week I watched the movie Mary on Netflix, and I wanted to say it was a beautiful movie and one I recommend watching.

I wonder what the festival will be like in heaven, will there be music? Will there be chips and chocolate? Also, who will be there celebrating, dancing and shouting for joy?

We know for certain on a day of festival that God will be there exulting with joy over us, renewing us by his love, dancing and shouting for joy for us.

Zephaniah 3:14-18

We do not need to be fearful for he is truly present and near to us all and I know that sometimes it’s hard to comprehend that presence of God and to trust with all your heart, soul and strength. But he is near and all he wants is for us to be happy and to share that happiness and joy with others because why should we keep it to ourselves?

We have been talking a lot about integrity and Spiritual integrity is where our values are aligned with the words we speak and the actions we take. In fact, spiritual integrity is the same as goodness which is one of the fruits of the Spirit.

 So, what must we do?

“The saints were not superhuman. They were people who loved God in their hearts, and who shared this joy with others.”

Saint Rose of Lima

I think this is a question we need to contemplate and pray about this week because we are all directed by the Spirit in different ways and we all have different perspectives and understanding and that’s ok.

For now, let us put on our own festival, dance, eat and shout for joy.

“The soul of the one who serves God always swims in joy, always keeps holiday, and is always in the mood for singing.”

Saint John of the Cross

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Peace 2024

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The Cloak of the Integrity of God

 

This Sunday we are to put the cloak of the integrity of God around us.

‘Peace through integrity, and honour through devotedness.’

Baruch 5:1-9

The cloak of the integrity of God reminds me of Joseph and his beautiful coat which is a gift given to him by his father Jacob also known as Israel. We seek many things in this life, happiness, acceptance, love, worth, appreciation, acknowledgement and peace. A peace where there is no more suffering, worries or anxieties, you only feel loved, safe and calm.

I reread the story of Joseph he suffered greatly, his brothers were jealous, they sold him as a slave far away in Egypt. But there was something special about Joseph. God watched over him because he had a particular plan for his life. I bet if we looked deeply within ourselves, we may re
alise the vision God has for our lives.

Sometimes, it feels like nothing goes my way no matter how hard I work or try but when I read the story of Joseph and put the cloak of integrity of God around my shoulders, I am reminded to push aside the insults, rejections, work on my jealousy and anger, and learn to forgive. There are still some people and circumstances that I find hard to let go of because I am not ready to forgive them or the situation. Everyday though God shows up by taking care of us, by watching over us like he watched over Joseph.

We are asked to prepare a way for Jesus to come into our lives, but I believe that Jesus prepares a way for us, he hears our cries, he makes our paths straight, all the roads we travel are made smooth and he shows us the path of integrity.

We want the salvation of God that is promised to us, and we all need peace in our lives, but it comes down to these questions what are we willing to do to be at peace? How far are we willing to go to be at peace?

I will leave you with this quote.

 ‘It boils down to this: peace is your home; integrity is the way to it. And everything you long for will meet you there’.

Martha Beck

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HOPE 2024

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The Lord Our Integrity

 

The Lord our-integrity

Christ is our integrity this Sunday the first Sunday of the Advent season. Over the last 5 months a lot has changed for me and my family, and I am constantly reminded to never take anything for granted and to always be grateful. A few weeks ago, I couldn’t stop thinking about the “Our Father” and when we pray, “on earth as it is in Heaven.” It kept replaying in my head repeatedly until I started to say, “we need to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ in this world.”  

“Christ has no body on Earth but yours, no hands but yours, no feet but yours. Yours are the eyes through which Christ’s compassion for the world is to look out. Yours are the feet which he is to go about doing good; and yours are the hands with which he is to bless us now.”

St. Teresa of Avila

I hope these words of Saint Teresa of Avila bring you hope this Sunday. Or remind you that we have many examples teaching us to walk in truth, to remain humble and be generous with love. Love for God, love for your neighbour and love for yourself.

When we choose the right path and become the hands and feet of Jesus, we bring people who walked in darkness into the light, we make their gladness greater and their yokes lighter. “For there is a child born for us, a son given to us and the name they give him; Wonder Counsellor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace” Isaiah 9:5.

There are many of our neighbours struggling, emotionally, mentally, physically, financially and socially and if I have left out anything please forgive me but all I wanted to say is this Advent let’s keep them in our prayers and in our hearts and may they encounter the hands and feet of Jesus.

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September 2024

 

This September let us investigate Godly characteristics. What do I mean? Well, we all have a characteristic, attributes a feature that belongs to us. If I asked you what your Godly character was? Could you tell me, or do you find it difficult to describe yourself? Sometimes, I find it difficult to be kind to myself and say that I am a kind and caring woman who would do anything for anyone. So, let’s explore different characteristics of God this September.

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Scripture Cookies

 

Here is another good recipe I found. 

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Message in Prayer

 

John 6:35

Jesus answered: ‘I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never be hungry, he who believes will never thirst.’

I wanted to share this video with you all. I felt like I had to and hopefully it goes to the right person. If not, I pray for them. But I wanted to add something else because my daughter Jade pointed out the writing on the windows in the chapel  and it said “I am the bread of life.” if you read down further in verse 37 of John chapter 6 Jesus says: “All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I shall not turn them away.” As I said in the video God is not cruel, he welcomes each one of us with open arms and he loves us more than anything. May God Bless Always, Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose. Written by Katie Robinson

Cooking With Children Project Nutella Scrolls

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Scripture Cake

 

I found this while I was researching what God says about cooking with Children. Maybe you might like to make it this weekend and share it with those you love. 

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Cooking with Children Project Pizza

“The little hands that cook today may become the professional chefs of tomorrow.’ Author Julia Child.

Food, glorious food! We love food in our family, and I do love cooking when I have a boost of energy that is. But if I am feeling low, I tend to be a little lazy and order take out. However, this month I wanted to do some cooking with my children, and I am hoping you can join in the fun and do some cooking of your own. Teaching children to cook is important, it’s teaching them new skills, how to appreciate the art and the fun of it. It also encourages their fine motor skills, and they can gain confidence in learning to become independent when they are preparing their lunches for school. I think though children can learn to understand how much time and effort it takes for a parent or caregiver to prepare a meal, and it goes much faster when you work together to put food on the table.

 ‘When we make pizza, we make pizza with a joyful heart, we eat it with gladness and wash down with a good drink.’ Here is our first cooking project making pizza.

“Cooking with kids is not just about ingredients, recipes, and cooking. It’s about harnessing imagination, empowerment, and creativity.” Author Guy Fieri.

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The Letter Z

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The Letter Y

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The Letter X

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The letter W

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Cooking with Children

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August 2024

 This August Join my children and I as we cook up a storm in the kitchen. We will also celebrate St. Mary Mackillop and St. Monica. 

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The Letter V

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The Letter U

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The Letter T

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The Letter S

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The Letter R

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The Letter Q

This prayer I dedicate to my mum and Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose. 

To you, O Mary,

We turn our gaze with stronger trepidation, to you we hasten back with more insistent trust in these times scarred by a multitude of doubts and fears for the present and future destiny of our planet.

To you, the first fruits of humanity redeemed by Christ, set free at last from the slavery of evil and sin, we raise together our heartfelt, trusting plea; listen to the cry of pain of the war victims, of the victims of the many forms of violence that bathe the earth in blood.

Dispel the shadows of sorrow and of loneliness, of hatred and of revenge. Open to forgiveness the minds and hearts of all!

Queen of Peace, pray for us!

Mother of mercy and of hope, obtain for the men and women of the third millennium the precious gift of peace; peace in hearts and families, in communities and among peoples; peace above all for those nations where people fight and die every day. Obtain that every human being of every race and culture may encounter and accept Jesus, who came down to earth in the mystery of Christmas to give ‘his’ peace to us.

O Mary, Queen of Peace, give us Christ, the world’s true peace!

 

May God Bless Always, 

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The Letter P

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The Letter O

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The Letter N

I often feel alone but to know that God will never leave me, and that he is present in my life brings tears to my eyes. These tears are full of mixed emotions. Why am I so worthy of his never-ending love? Because I am and so are you. Every new morning, we have the chance to begin again and love just as he loves.

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The Letter M

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The Letter K

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The Letter J

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The Letter I

What Stands the Test of Time?

 What stands the test of time? Is it love, our faith, our hopes, our dreams? I don’t know why but I have had that saying or quote on my mind “standing the test of time.” What could last forever and never fail us? I might be a little hard on myself here when I say sometimes, I feel as though my faith is weak but really my faith is strong enough to last me a lifetime. I also thought my faith has never failed me, but I could say that I have failed my faith by giving up and losing confidence.

While I was thinking about that saying, ‘what stands the test of time?’ The thought came to me that the word of God is something that continuously stands the test of time. So, I solider on living for right now knowing that the grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of God remains forever Isaiah 40:8.

What words I read in the bible I take to heart and somehow God is educating me in the ways of wisdom, guiding me along my path ensuring that I am not stumbling. So, I keep my eyes on the word of God for it is a part of my life, the race I run, the trials I have and when I feel my faith is being tested.

My mum reminded me today to be kind to myself and I understood what really stands the test of time is love. Love is the greatest, it never fails us, no matter the distance true love will last us a lifetime or more.

May God Bless Always, Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose.

Written and created by Katie Robinson.

The Letter G

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The Letter E

Here is an entertaining thought everyone and everything is a gift from above. Feels like it is a lot of pressure being this gift sent from above but each day you wake up and try again and again to do good for yourself and for others. When we do good for others we are giving them a gift, a gift of hope, faith and love. May God Bless Always, Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose. Written and created by Katie Robinson

The Letter Ff, Hh, and Ll.

‘For God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son and whoever goes to him will never be turned away. So, love then, love God, love yourself and love one another.’ 

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The Letter Dd

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The Letter Cc

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The Letter Bb

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The Letter Aa

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The ABC With God

 

This July we will go back to basics and walk through the alphabet with God. 

May God Bless Always, Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose.

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The Heart of Mary

"Mary kept in mind all these things, pondering them in her heart." Luke 2:19

 Today is the devotion of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Mary is a great example for she shows us how to listen to the words the Holy Spirit speaks to us in the depths of our hearts. 

Over the past couple of days, I have been listening to the song Joyful, Joyful after watching The View celebrate 30 years of Sister Act 2. The song reminds me in God I will find my strength, the light and I need to unfold my heart like a flower more and let God in. For he lifts us up when we are low, and he is the giver of life. 

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The Heart Day 3

 These are some beautiful lyrics from one of my favorite hymns that I wanted to share with you all. 

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The Heart Day 2

 Somehow, I believe we will always glance back and forth at the one who had been crucified for our sins. 

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The Heart Day 1

 

The Sacred Heart

The Sacred Heart is a symbol of love with which Jesus continually loves the eternal Father and all human beings without expectations (478). Catechism of the Catholic Church 2nd ed, P.898.

The Sacred Heart of Jesus

 

I take delight in the Sacred Heart like one who finds a treasure. For we all know where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:21

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The Heart

June 2024

 This June we will explore ways to quiet the heart and listen and learn through God's words. 

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Queen of Heaven

 

Hail Mary

Queen of Heaven

Hail Mary, full of grace the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, Pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

Mother Rose Day 3

 

Give her a share in what her hands have worked for, and let her works tell of her praises at the city gates. Proverb 31:31

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Mother Rose Day 2

 

Her generous soul will prosper Proverbs 11:26.

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Mother Rose Day 1

 

She is clothed in strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.

Proverbs 31:25

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Pink Rose

 

‘In everything you do be grateful.

I am grateful for my children; I am grateful for my family and friends, and I am grateful for the lessons.’

Written and created by Katie Robinson

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Red Rose

 

Never underestimate a woman’s heart full of love and passion. Because all she does, she does out of love for you.

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Mother Rose.

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May 2024

 This May we celebrate mums, and we honor our Queen of Heaven, Mary. 

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The Jelly Bean Prayer

 

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Easter Facts

 

Here are a few facts about Easter,

•     Easter is derived from Eostre, an ancient Anglo-Saxon goddess who symbolized the rebirth of the day at dawn and the rebirth of life in Spring.
•     Eostre, the goddess of Fertility and spring is also symbolized by the rabbit.
•     According to some the Easter bunny originated among the German Lutherans known as the “Easter Hare.”
•     The Easter Hare would deliver Easter eggs, which is an ancient celebration thought to have begun in the medieval period.

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What My Eyes Have Seen

 

I think this is the first year that I haven’t shared any thoughts, prayers or verses about Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, or the Passion of Christ. However, I saw the Easter weekend as an opportunity for me to reset and refresh my mind and my heart. Over the weekend I went away with my family, and we went to a beautiful beach and in every experience, I saw what the Almighty has done for me and for you. He has created great things for us to gaze upon, to feel, to touch and to hear. For my eyes, ears and mind weren’t prepared for the things God has done for us. I felt as though my eyes had been shut for a very long time and over the weekend, I saw the invisible things that are eternal such as the stars and rainbows. My eyes were opened to some of the incredible wonders of this world.

‘You believe because you can see me. Happy are those who have not seen and yet believe.’ Jesus continues to say to Thomas, ‘Doubt no longer but believe.’ John 20:19-31

I suppose it can be disappointing and somewhat disheartening when we cannot see what others can see. I have had doubts and fears but over the weekend I was united with my family and finally I was able to let go of all my doubts and fears and be happy and at peace.

Every Easter, we are invited to renew our faith, hopes, and love in God and in his magnificent creation. I believe because I have seen the work of the Lord and there is a marvel in my eyes. Every now and then God sends us a sign or a gift from above and one gift was sent to make everything new again. God is our refuge, and we are his people whom he loves very much. So, this Easter rejoice and be glad for the things we have seen. Happy Easter!  

 

May God Bless Always, Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose.

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Easter

 This April challenge yourself and find Easter verses in the bible, the word of God. 

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Easter

Saint Patrick's Day!

 Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! 

Here is an Irish Blessing 

May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sunshine warm upon your face, May the rain fall soft upon your fields, and until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

May we also remember the Love of God.

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Reflection of Hope

 

“He will either shield you from suffering or will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at Peace and put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations.” Saint Francis de Sales

Hope heals us, it fights our fears, and it opens our eyes to opportunities. Each day I try to live a life of hope but somedays it can be hard. Something I was thinking about was this Lenten journey is a journey of hope. We experience the darkness, and we wait in hope for the rising of Jesus on Easter Sunday. When I think about that I know that it’s ok to be optimistic and believe that everything will be fine. The darkness is not permanent, it will pass, and we will see the light again. This journey is teaching me to focus on the things that make me happy and bring me peace and one thing I focus on is Hope, as well as Faith and Love. Without those three ingredients I would be lost still finding my way.

He's waiting for me wherever I am on my journey, and he guides me into the light, a light that I love. I also love the image by Michaelangelo where the hand of God is outstretched reaching for Adam’s hand. This image reminds me that God created earth and created us all in his image and likeness. It also suggests that God loved the world so much that he wants to reach out and help us on our journey by his love and compassion. There is another way he shows us his love and that is by sending his only son into the world to save us.

There is hope in his love and if we choose to believe and trust than hold your hand out and allow his hand to lift you up into the light and may that light shine brightly on you for you are truly blessed and loved by God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.

'Yes, God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not be lost but may have eternal life. For God sent his Son into the world not to condemn the world, but so that through him the world might be saved. John 3:14-21'

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Hope

 

March 2024 Journey of Hope

 This March let's talk about Hope and what hope means to us all because do we live with hope, or do we live in fear and doubt? What do you hope for in your life? Are you waiting for answers? Are you waiting for a loved one to return to you? How do we anchor our hopes in this world and in this time?

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Find Peace in Me

 

Reflection for Lent 2024

Find Peace in me.

As I walk into the desert with faith, even though my heart can sometimes be restless, and my mind often wanders away from the one who strengthens me with joyful hope and patience. However, I have embarked on a Lenten journey to promote and spread peace, light, and strength for myself, for others and for the whole world.  

Like many others I ask the question will there ever be peace in this world? For peace is a basic right of every human being that lives and breathes on this earth. So, why can’t there be peace in the world?

Where does peace begin? Peace begins within our homes; in the way we act towards one another and in the way we speak to one another. As adults we are examples to our children in creating environments that are safe and peaceful.  I am not quite sure who wrote the following, but it is a popular proverb and one for our times. “If it is yours, do not take it, if you have nothing nice to say, then don’t say anything at all and if it’s not right, then don’t do it.” We are examples of peace, and our children model our behavior, and actions. How can we teach peace and expect children to be respectful when adults are at war with each other and there is no peace or respect obvious to see.

I love the prayer to St. Francis especially the beginning “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.” Peace is something special that we all seek and would like to acquire in this world and as a mother I would love my children to live in a world of peace and in fact I would love the whole world to live in peace.

As mother Teresa says, peace begins in our homes and with a smile.

This Lenten journey I am challenging myself and I would like to help others to grow closer to God and to experience his peace, a peace he can only give. Peace is a special gift, and it is never far from us, and I am reminded of that when I read John chapter 16 verse 33, “I have told you all this so that you may find peace in me. In the world you will have trouble but be brave: I have conquered the world.” Yes, there will be suffering in this world we live in but we are always to remember God is with us always and so is his peace so we must be brave and look to Jesus the one who conquered the world and one day we will too.  Every day when we walk in the land of the living the Lord walks with us and we are encouraged to be strong and courageous.

I pray that we may find peace within ourselves and with others this Lent because peace is ours the closer, we grow to God. God Bless Always.

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Love

February 2024 Journey of Love

 This February let's talk about Loving one another as he has loved us Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose. May God Bless Always.

Quotes on love from some of our Beautiful Saints.

 

St. Gianna Molla

“Love is the most beautiful sentiment of the Lord has put into the souls of men and women.”

St. Clare of Assisi

“We become what we love and who we love shapes what we become.”

St. Teresa of Calcutta

“It is easy to love people far away. It is not always easy to love those close to us. It is easier to give a cup of rice to relieve hunger than to relieve the loneliness and pain of someone unloved in our own home. Bring love into your home, for this where our love for each other must start.”

May God Bless Always, Faith, Hope and Love by My Mother Rose. 

Love Rule #7

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