Love Letters to Lukewarm Souls

One of the noblest aspects of praising the Lord, such as in a prayer meeting, is that it fosters the virtue of humility within us. It cultivates a "sacrificial heart." We basically pray in four ways: to adore or praise God, to thank Him, to ask for pardon for our sins, and to ask Him for something. In those last three, it involves ourselves in the picture when we pray. We pray because we hope to benefit from something in our prayer. But in the first type of prayer, when we praise God, it's all about Him. We devote our minds and hearts to forget ourselves and think of God alone. If I give thanks, it is because I have received something. If I ask for forgiveness, it is because I have sinned. If I ask for something, it's because I need something. But in the prayer of adoration or praising God, the only person we consider is God alone. There is no element of "me, myself, and I" in this type of prayer. That is why when we sing praises to the Lord, it ...

Catholics Saints have been revered for their healing powers for centuries. Here are twelve of the most powerful Catholic saints with amazing healing abilities. Saints Short Stories - A Picture Book for Saints in the Making 1. Saint Francis of Assisi is known for his miraculous healings of the sick and injured. He is said to have had a special gift for healing animals, as well. 2. Saint Anthony of Padua is known as the Saint of Miracles for his many healing miracles. He is also known for his powerful preaching and for his devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. 3. Saint Catherine of Siena is known for her many healings of the body and soul. She was also known for her great wisdom and for her deep devotion to Jesus Christ. 4. Saint Gerard Majella is known for his miracles of healing the sick and saving unborn children. He is also known for his great love of the Eucharist and his deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. 5. Saint John Bosco is known for his healing of the sick and ...