Harvesting The Fruits of Contemplation

It is not enough to know that God loves us. His love requires a response from us - to love Him in return.  One way of expressing our love for Him is to spend time with Him. So few do.  Does He not deserve the gift of our presence and adoration?

In one clear and engaging volume, the author has skillfully assembled a treasure trove of information, prayers and personal witnesses to the efficacy of true Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. You will learn of its history, God’s astonishing promises to those who promote and live out this Devotion, related prayers and even a step by step directions as to how to consecrate your home and your family to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. You will be uplifted and encouraged by the many stories Anne shares of those whose lives have been forever changed. Read this book. Ponder its pages. Do the suggested exercises and reflections.   Ask for the grace to faithfully live out this Devotion individually and within your families. Our Lord has assured us that countless blessings and graces will follow. Be sure to thank Him for the love that flows forth from His Pierced and Sacred Heart and for using Anne Costa as His faithful messenger and guide. Then, go [run] to yo...

(Photo©Michael Seagriff) "Jesus is not on His Eucharistic throne to receive the adoration of the angels and to enjoy the company of the blessed. These He finds in heaven. But He is on His Eucharistic throne to receive your adorations, to listen to your confidences, and to console and alleviate your sorrows and trials."  Father Jose Guadalupe Trevino - The Holy Eucharist

(Photo©Michael Seagriff) God calls all of us to walk the Via Dolorosa with Him, to spend time at the foot of His cross, to be there as He is nailed to it, to be there throughout the entire three hours of His agonizing death, to be there as He is taken down from the cross, to be there as He is placed in His mother’s arms and to be there at the tomb.    I have found this most difficult to do but am hopeful that as a result of my recent visit to St. Joseph's Oratory in Montreal – the work of Saint Andre Bessett , commonly known as Brother Andre – I will be successful in this most difficult but necessary exercise.  Listen here and find out why.