Monthly Archives: November 2012

The Answer for Families

Posted on November 25, 2012 by danardoyle

“Welcome the presence of the Heart of Christ, entrusting your home to Him. Before the open Heart of Jesus seek to draw from Him the true love that our families need to build up a civilization of love.”   John Paul … Continue reading →

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Counting My Blessings

Posted on November 22, 2012 by danardoyle

Praise the LORD! Oh give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; For His loving kindness is everlasting.  Psalm 106:1 Thanking God for many, many blessings: The gift of Jesus, my hope and salvation the Blessed Sacrament and the … Continue reading →

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Reflections for Sunday’s Gospel, November 18, 2012

Posted on November 18, 2012 by danardoyle

Readings for Sunday, November 18, 2012 Today’s gospel is about the end of the world – the return of Jesus as Judge.  My students ask about the end of the world from time to time.  Watching secular programs on the … Continue reading →

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Do We Spend as Much Time Praying as We do Worrying?

Posted on November 12, 2012 by danardoyle

My life as of late has been a whirlwind of activity and emotion – far too busy for my taste!  I miss being able to write on a daily basis and to catch up on some of my favorite blogs.  … Continue reading →

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Reflection for the Readings for Sunday, November 4, 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012 by danardoyle

Readings for Sunday, November 4, 2012 The levitical priests were many because they were prevented by death from remaining in office… It was fitting that we should have such a high priest: holy, innocent, undefiled, separated from sinners, higher than … Continue reading →

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The Leaf

Posted on November 1, 2012 by danardoyle

Your fragile beauty caught my eye As by the pond I padded by Bold red against sky so blue Your thin skin worn through and through Tattered and bruised, your surface scorched Still shining brightly like a torch In your … Continue reading →

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Don’t Steal My Sunshine!

Posted on November 1, 2012 by danardoyle

The last few mornings, I’ve been out the door at 6:30 a.m. in a whirlwind of confusion, frustration and aggravation.  I had not felt this way only an hour earlier when I had awakened to a calm, darkened, quiet house.  … Continue reading →

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