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I know it’s a little early … well, we are actually (and acutely? spell check suggested that word and it seems to fit) on the verge of Advent… the lines you write bring the song “Silent Night into my here and now experience. I’ll be living your poem(s). Before I fell asleep (which is almost a miracle), I prayed a Rosary for your intentions as well as Jim’s. (I found the Rosary on Hallow w/ Bishop Barron.) Amen and thank you. You will be in my prayers especially as Christ the King is next Sunday, I think…and we’re about to begin Advent. I really received so much comfort and true life and hope from this I don’t know how I’ll ever be able to pray again without remembering in Thanksgiving…. May The LORD shine his face upon you and keep you in the Light of His Countenance Forever.
Thank you. Your message brings me much comfort and it is beautiful of you to think of him. I prayed a Rosary for your (and DT’s intentions) and ask that the Light of our LORD’s countenance will shine upon you especially as we are about the celebrate Christ the King and then begin Advent unto Christmas. I hope GOD blesses you with the consoling surprise and hope that I felt/feel when I read your message.
Jim, I also struggle…for 59 years as a priest. Even in relating with people whom we love, there are factors that interrupt our attention to the other. But then we resume our focus.
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Jim,This is very common and sometimes caused by the enemy to make you frustrated and not want to pray. When distractions come, GENTLY bring your mind back to your prayers pray peacefully continuing in your prayer. This will please the Lord in so many ways and will be blessing to you as you progress in your spiritual life!
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How very beautiful you express what I cannot put into words. Admitting our needs and asking for help from our Lord brings these words to mind from Isaiah: By waiting and by calm you shall be saved, in quiet and in trust your strength lies. (30 v15) God bless you today!