Bits of the Gospel

I begun my "one-month annual holiday" yesterday. Since this is a time to rest [not to idle around!], I've chosen to draw a "budget" for myself. And I present it for my pals to shape my vacation. A FEW POINTS TO WORK ON - The certitude that I’m called to witness the love of God regardless of whatever feelings I may have. - Suffering is part of the art of loving the poor. How else can we explain that God stays on the part of the suffering poor? - Luke 8:18, be careful how you listen! - Share more personal vulnerability: this clears the image of a perfect person that people may have of me. - Express gratitude more openly and enthusiastically. It bespeaks of joy and satisfaction in life. To do …. - Rest more often and let the fatigue died out. - Pray and pray with my life. - Visit my family, friends, and relatives for easy moments and catching up. - Help my brothers and sisters where need be. Deo Gratias!

Practical things to do I am closing this series of reflections with you, my dear brothers and sisters, by placing here a few practical things to do on your journey of vocation discernment. The idea behind is to develop a close relationship with God. God’s presence in your life is the surest way to develop certainty in what you believe your call is. “Among those totally dedicated to the service of the Gospel, are priests, called to preach the word of God, administer the sacraments, especially the Eucharist and Reconciliation, committed to helping the lowly, the sick, the suffering, the poor, and those who experience hardship in areas of the world where there are, at times, many who still have not had a real encounter with Jesus Christ.” - Pope Benedict XVI, Message for the 45th World Day of prayer for Vocations Practical Suggestions • Daily Mass. The sacrifice of the Mass is the Church's greatest prayer of praise. At Mass we are fed and nourished by God's work and the Bo