Christmas Reflection

"Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord."
Psalm 89

God Is With Us

All that matters
is
God is with us

Ever present
Silently still

Thundering hushes of love
Impressing hints of joy
“Be still and know that I am God.”
- Ps 46:10

What really matters
is
are we in God

Faithfully present
Silently still

Riding the breath of Peace
Accepting the hush of Love
Remaining as God’s delight

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Prayer to Our Lady of Tenderness

Below is a prayer composed by Bishop John W. Flesey to Our Lady of Tenderness. United in heart and mind, let us pray that hearts across our globe long for and embrace the gift of Christ's peace.

Dear Lady of Tenderness,

We live in an angry and violent world. War and terrorism threaten us on all sides. We respectfully turn to you, O Mother of the Compassionate One. We beg your intercession for us, your suffering sons and daughters. Because of the intimate bond you share with your Son Jesus, our Risen Lord, we know you will hear and heed our prayer for help. Ask your Savior Son to pour forth His Peace into our minds and hearts so that we might become one truly holy family united and guided by His Holy Spirit. Amen.
~ Most Rev. John W. Flesey, STD, DD

Ave Regina Caelorum (Hail, Queen of Heaven) - An ancient Marian antiphon arranged for harp by celtic harpist, Lauren Mary Longo. Traditionally, it is said or sung after night prayer, from the Feast of the Presentation, February 2nd, through Wednesday of Holy Week.

~ Our Lady of Tenderness, pray for us! ~
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