When I came home after a busy day I received a note saying that I had to finish cleaning my bathroom and doing something with the clutter in front of the desk. I was almost as mad as a hornet!!! My room had to reach a certain standard in order for me to be allowed to stay at my friend's for the night. That's what was really bothering me!
I really think it's wrong to punish someone for having a problem he/she can't control or is doing the best they can with. And I've been really trying but did take some time out to do something.
I almost wrote a grievance (a complaint) about this but thought I'd talk to my case manager-the one who wrote the note-since this was kind of a "first offense" and also I received another note about a necessary ANNUAL smoke alarm inspection in every room of the building which has one. So they said our rooms had to be neat for the inspection. My smoke alarm isn't far from the chairs or clutter in front of my desks-so they will need room to do their work without tripping over my stuff or breaking an ankle.
I felt like I needed to talk to Father right away even if it's not a dire emergency. If I discuss issues that are weighing on me like this I usually don't call them at home or on their cell phones; I usually would talk to them before of after Mass or in the confessional.
So I called him at the number I have for him on my cell phone-probably his cell phone. I told him that I'm terrible at bearing wrongs patiently-one of the Seven Spiritual Works of Mercy and had less than a saintly attitude toward this kind of treatment.
He did ask me if the rent is reasonable and I told him that they base it on income like a housing authority apartment. He even asked me if I thought of moving and I said yes, but I really don't like living alone and don't know who'd let me live with them. And I'd like to live close to St. Patrick's so I can keep going to the Latin Mass.
He did encourage me and helped me not to feel like such a bad person and we both agreed other people, even seminarians and Sisters, can be a challenge to live with. Probably why it would be hard to find a place to live with others unless I got married or committed to an institution.
He's been quite a comfort and a blessing to me and sounds very cheerful even over the phone and behind the screen in the confessional. I wish I could be that cheerful, but I still have "more issues than TV Guide" and complain too much. This includes being penalized for being a very disorganized and tired packrat who has very little space to keep her belongings.
Father asked me if I had an "altar" in my room or some special place to pray or at least a statue of a patron Saint. I said I don't have the space for the altar, but I do have a statue of the Blessed Virgin with a Miraculous Medal on each side of her.
Saint Anthony of Padua is a favorite Saint of mine because he's the finder of lost things, St. Francis of Assisi another one because I admire him for giving away his possessions to the poor and living a life of poverty (as well as his love of animals) and St. Dymphna for being the Saint for mental and nervous conditions-which is what seems to be getting me in trouble-with the clutter and a lot of behavioral and emotional issues-including the stress that this situation causes me. So I may have at least these four Saints on my personal altar whenever I find room for one.
Father said he had to get off the phone, but he and I prayed the Magnificat, three Hail Marys, and another prayer-part of it in English and part of it in Latin, before getting off the phone.
Since I'm feeling a need to spend as much time as possible on this room I may not have much time to post on this blog. So I may have to post every other day-including the lessons on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit-Whose guidance I can really use at this time.
Showing posts with label St. Anthony. Show all posts
Showing posts with label St. Anthony. Show all posts
Friday, September 25, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Journal of a Blog Newbie?
This is the first blog I've had that I've been posting to regularly, unless you count a journal I had on AIM (AOL Instant Messenger) for a while until AOL did something with that account.
Anyway, the point is is that I'm a little new to this blogging, nothing against AOL (I still use it), but I'm still learning how to use Blogspot.
I tried to cut corners a little bit by copying and pasting the opening prayer of the Novena to St Anthony to several posts and posting one each day after adding the prayer for each day.
But since these posts have the same date, they're posted one right after another, so all of them will appear before the article about the baby torn from its mother's womb.
So that's why that article stayed on top even though I've been adding days to the Novena, and maybe it might be easier to find it.
JMJ
paula
Anyway, the point is is that I'm a little new to this blogging, nothing against AOL (I still use it), but I'm still learning how to use Blogspot.
I tried to cut corners a little bit by copying and pasting the opening prayer of the Novena to St Anthony to several posts and posting one each day after adding the prayer for each day.
But since these posts have the same date, they're posted one right after another, so all of them will appear before the article about the baby torn from its mother's womb.
So that's why that article stayed on top even though I've been adding days to the Novena, and maybe it might be easier to find it.
JMJ
paula
Monday, July 27, 2009
Novena to St Anthony-Day 9
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 9
St. Anthony, servant of Mary, glory of the Church, pray for our Holy Father, our bishops, our priests, our religious orders, that through their apostolic labors all may be united in faith and give greater glory to God.
Please intercede on my own behalf that I too may live my life as a true disciple of Christ.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 9
St. Anthony, servant of Mary, glory of the Church, pray for our Holy Father, our bishops, our priests, our religious orders, that through their apostolic labors all may be united in faith and give greater glory to God.
Please intercede on my own behalf that I too may live my life as a true disciple of Christ.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us
Novena to St Anthony-Day 8
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 8
O holy St Anthony, you have shown yourself so compassionate toward those who invoke you in suffering and distress, I beseech you most humbly and earnestly to plead my cause before Our Father in Heaven, and through your miraculous intercession please help the lonely, the neglected, and the abused find comfort and strength.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St. Anthony Pray for Us
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 8
O holy St Anthony, you have shown yourself so compassionate toward those who invoke you in suffering and distress, I beseech you most humbly and earnestly to plead my cause before Our Father in Heaven, and through your miraculous intercession please help the lonely, the neglected, and the abused find comfort and strength.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St. Anthony Pray for Us
Novena to St Anthony-Day 7
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 7
O renowned champion of the faith of Christ, most holy St. Anthony, glorious for your many miracles, obtain for me the bounty of my Lord and God the grace which I ardently seek in this Novena, and intercede for the strength of families and protection of children.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 7
O renowned champion of the faith of Christ, most holy St. Anthony, glorious for your many miracles, obtain for me the bounty of my Lord and God the grace which I ardently seek in this Novena, and intercede for the strength of families and protection of children.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us.
Novena to St Anthony-Day 6
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 6
O glorious St Anthony, chosen by God to preach His Word, you received from Him the power of working the most extraordinary miracles, I pray that you may help the world find peace from hatred and conflict, and that you may help me obtain the answers that I seek in this Novena in your honor.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for us.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 6
O glorious St Anthony, chosen by God to preach His Word, you received from Him the power of working the most extraordinary miracles, I pray that you may help the world find peace from hatred and conflict, and that you may help me obtain the answers that I seek in this Novena in your honor.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for us.
Novena to St Anthony-Day 5
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 5
I salute you, St. Anthony, lily of purity, ornament and glory of Christianity, I ask you by the love you did feel toward the Infant Jesus as you held Him in your arms to tell Him now of the favor I seek through your intercession. I also beseech you to reach out to those who have lost their faith and guide them back to the Church
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 5
I salute you, St. Anthony, lily of purity, ornament and glory of Christianity, I ask you by the love you did feel toward the Infant Jesus as you held Him in your arms to tell Him now of the favor I seek through your intercession. I also beseech you to reach out to those who have lost their faith and guide them back to the Church
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us
Novena to St Anthony-Day 4
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 4:
St. Anthony, the world confidently turns toward you and experiences your tender compassion and powerful assistance in so many necessities and sufferings. Obtain for me the grace I desire by obtaining a favorable answer to my request in this Novena, and provide guidance to those who question the sanctity of life. (Italics mine.)
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 4:
St. Anthony, the world confidently turns toward you and experiences your tender compassion and powerful assistance in so many necessities and sufferings. Obtain for me the grace I desire by obtaining a favorable answer to my request in this Novena, and provide guidance to those who question the sanctity of life. (Italics mine.)
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray for Us.
Novena to St Anthony-Day 3
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 3
Purest St. Anthony, chosen by God to preach His Word, you received from Him the power of working the most extraordinary miracles. I pray that you may help the world find peace form hatred and conflict, and that you may help me obtain the answers I seek in this Novena in your honor.
Then say one Our Father, One Hail Mary, One Glory Be to the Father, St. Anthony Pray for Us
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to grant this for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 3
Purest St. Anthony, chosen by God to preach His Word, you received from Him the power of working the most extraordinary miracles. I pray that you may help the world find peace form hatred and conflict, and that you may help me obtain the answers I seek in this Novena in your honor.
Then say one Our Father, One Hail Mary, One Glory Be to the Father, St. Anthony Pray for Us
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Novena to St Anthony-Day 2
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 2:
O most favored friend of the Infant Jesus, bring my humble prayers before the throne of God, strengthen them by your intercession and obtain for me the favor I seek in this Novena.
O eloquent preacher of the divine mercy. I also seek in my prayers your intercession on behalf of the poor and the homeless, for whom you are the patron Saint.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St. Anthony Pray for Us
Day 2:
O most favored friend of the Infant Jesus, bring my humble prayers before the throne of God, strengthen them by your intercession and obtain for me the favor I seek in this Novena.
O eloquent preacher of the divine mercy. I also seek in my prayers your intercession on behalf of the poor and the homeless, for whom you are the patron Saint.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St. Anthony Pray for Us
Novena to St Anthony-Day 1
O Holy St Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.
Day 1:
O wonderful St. Anthony, glorious on account of the fame of your miracles, regard not the unworthiness of those who pray to you, but the glory of God that it may be once again magnified by the granting of the request which I now ask with persevering earnestness, including intercession for my health and the health of my loved ones.
Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be to the Father, St Anthony Pray For Us
Day 1:
O wonderful St. Anthony, glorious on account of the fame of your miracles, regard not the unworthiness of those who pray to you, but the glory of God that it may be once again magnified by the granting of the request which I now ask with persevering earnestness, including intercession for my health and the health of my loved ones.
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