Tag Archives: Humility

Preserving Peace of Soul in Times of Trial

Posted on October 22, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

“Everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted” (2 Timothy, 3:12). Nothing disturbs us so much as self-love and self-esteem. If our heart does not overflow with tender emotions, if our mind does not … Continue reading →

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St Francis of Assisi: Passionate Lover of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass

Posted on October 4, 2022 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Saint Francis of Assisi, one of our most beloved saints, is perhaps best known for his appreciation of nature and animals. He should however, be recognised even more for his love of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, as that was one … Continue reading →

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Mother Teresa’s 15 Tips to Help You Become More Humble

Posted on September 7, 2021 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

The world does not value or understand the power of humility but we do, because it was what Jesus used to save us. By Patti Maguire Armstrong at the National Catholic Register: Good self-esteem is confidence in one’s worth or … Continue reading →

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On the Arrest of Our Lord in the Garden

Posted on March 16, 2019 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

 A Lenten Reflection for Saturday after the First Sunday in Lent from Holy Cross Publications PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION. My God, I firmly believe that Thou art here present. I acknowledge that on account of my many sins I am utterly … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Consolation and Desolation

Posted on November 17, 2011 by kathleen

For St Ignatius, spiritual consolation and desolation are major elements of the experience of spiritual life and the discernment of God’s will therein.  From the Spiritual Exercises: “I call it consolation when an interior movement is aroused in the soul, … Continue reading →

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“Who’s there? – A poor Sinner”: Habsburger Funeral Ritual

Posted on July 24, 2011 by teresa

(Note: thanks to Cecilia for the suggestion and the video link) “Meménto, homo, quia pulvis es, et in púlverem revertéris” (Remember that thou art dust, and to dust thou shalt return). This verse used on Ash Wednesday while ashes are … Continue reading →

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