Tag Archives: Prayer

To the Most High Trinity

Posted on May 22, 2016 by

The Holy Trinity by Ann Chapin The mystery of the Most Holy Trinity is the central mystery of Christian faith and life. It is the mystery of God in Himself. It is therefore the source of all the other mysteries … Continue reading →

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Help of the Hopeless

Posted on October 28, 2013 by

The Litany of St Jude Thaddeus (For private use) Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, have mercy on us. Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us. God the Father of Heaven, Have mercy on us. … Continue reading →

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Ss Thomas More and John Fisher

Posted on June 22, 2013 by

Today is the memorial of St Thomas More and St John Fisher. For an excellent piece about these two great English martyrs click here and scroll down. O God, who in martyrdom have brought true faith to its highest expression, … Continue reading →

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St Agatha

Posted on February 5, 2013 by

Although we have evidence that Agatha was venerated at least as far back as the sixth century, the only facts we have about her are that she was born in Sicily and died there a martyr. In the legend of … Continue reading →

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Bishop Mark Davies’ Advent pastoral letter on the New Evangelisation

Posted on December 12, 2012 by

The following address was read in churches and chapels of the Diocese of Shrewsbury on the first Sunday of Advent, 2nd December 2o12: My dear brothers and sisters, The Christmas celebration reminds us that Christianity lies at the foundation of … Continue reading →

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Spiritual aridity

Posted on November 17, 2012 by
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Portiuncula reminder

Posted on August 1, 2012 by

The Portiuncula Plenary indulgence reminder comes from Rorate Caeli: On August 2, the “Portiuncula indulgence“: under the usual conditions, recite the Credo and the Pater in any Minor Basilica (33, § 2, c), Cathedral (33, § 3, e), or Parish Church (33, § 5, b). (Enchiridion Indulgentiarum, 4th edition, al. … Continue reading →

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Saint Simon Stock and the Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Posted on May 16, 2012 by

May 16 – Feast of Saint Simon Stock Saint Simon Stock was born to a very illustrious family in Kent County, England (c. 1165), of which his father was governor. His mother was devoted to the Virgin Mary, and Simon … Continue reading →

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Pope Benedict: Prayer should always include praise

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

Benedict XVI looks at a traditional Mexican Nativity scene donated by the state of Puebla (Photo: CNS) (CatholicHerald.co.uk) Prayer should not centre just on asking God to fulfil one’s hopes and desires, but must include praise, thanks and trust in … Continue reading →

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The savage beast

Posted on August 17, 2011 by

I have always been impressed by those people that have a facility for prayer. I am afraid that I am one of those silly people that just can’t stop their over-active minds from chattering and burbling on: no sooner do … Continue reading →

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In the shallows of the night

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

One naked star has waded through The purple shallows of the night, And faltering as falls the dew It drips its misty light. James Whitcomb Riley—The Beetle. Forgive this piece of sheer indulgence: it is late, I am alone with … Continue reading →

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“There’s an app for that”

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

New technology is a marvellous thing and, having had an iPhone for a couple of years, I thought it might be of interest to feedback on a couple of the religious apps that I’ve used over that period. iPieta  iPieta … Continue reading →

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Our Lady of Christchurch

Posted on June 17, 2011 by

The recent after-shocks in Christchurch have brought back to mind the terrible damage inflicted on that city by the earthquake in February. The Catholic Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament was badly battered by the February quake and stands as a … Continue reading →

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Our Lady of Fatima

Posted on May 13, 2011 by

Litany of Our Lady of Fatima   Feast Day: May 13 Our Lady of Fatima, Pray for our beloved country. Our Lady of Fatima, Sanctify our clergy. Our Lady of Fatima, Make our Catholics more fervent. Our Lady of Fatima, Guide and inspire those who … Continue reading →

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Following Our Lady to Russia

Posted on March 4, 2011 by

Before Vatican II, at the end of every celebration of the Holy Tridentine Mass all over the world, prayers were said for the Conversion of Russia. To many Catholics who can remember this, it must have been a great sorrow … Continue reading →

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