DAY 28 - MARY, TOWER OF DAVID, PRAY FOR US!
DRAW YOUR STRENGTH FROM THE LORD
PRAY A ROSARY
- Rosary of the Day: Sorrowful Mysteries
- Traditional 54 Day Rotation: Joyful Mysteries
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PATRIOT DAY
No,
I drive my body and train it, for fear that, after having preached to
others, I myself should be disqualified.
Patriot
Day is a day the US remembers the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
This day is commonly referred to as 9-11 (Nine-Eleven). It is
believed that 2,977 people died in the attacks. President George W. Bush
proclaimed September 11th Patriot Day in 2002.
Patriot Day (Sept
11) Facts
·
On
September 11th, US Flags should be flown at half-mast - both on US soil and
abroad.
·
A
moment of silence is held at 8:46 a.m. (EST) across the nation - commemorating
the time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center on
September 11, 2001.
·
The
National September 11 Memorial and Museum takes up over half of the destroyed
World Trade Center site. It contains bronze parapets inscribed with the names
of those killed on September 11, 2001 and those killed in the 1993 World Trade
Center attack.
·
Cleaning
up Ground Zero, as the World Trade Center was renamed, took 18 months and 19
days, and was completed in May of 2002.
·
The
Twin Towers of the World Trade Center were once the tallest buildings in the
world and contained enough concrete to build a sidewalk from New York City to
Washington D.C
Top Events and
Things to Do
·
Visit
the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York City.
·
Observe
a moment of silence.
·
Attend
a 9/11 Memorial Service.
·
Share
with a group of children your memories of 9/11 and how the events of the day
forever changed America.
·
Show
support for local police and firemen as a way to honor the emergency personnel
who gave their lives on 9/11.
·
Firemen
on that day climbed 2200 steps in the stairs of the towers to save lives;
perhaps today would be a good day to climb 2200 stair steps and donate one cent
for each step ($22.00) to a 911 fund that supports the widows and orphans.
Total
Consecration to Jesus through Mary[2]
This year marks the 103rd anniversary of the miracle of the sun
at Fatima in October 1917. Mary asks that in order for us to be happy in this
life and the next that we follow her example of prayer, sacrifice and devotion
to her son Christ by making a total consecration to her immaculate heart. This
consecration takes 33 days of prayer and reflection. As it is exactly 33 days
from 9/11 to 10/13, I propose we make a gift of ourselves to Christ through
Mary in preparation of the 103rd anniversary of the miracle of the sun.
St. Louis de Montfort
(1673 – 1716) had a profound devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and wrote extensively on the
virtues of Our Lady, what true devotion to her consists in, and how the faithful
need to turn to her as the way to her Son, Jesus Christ. In his classic
writings (The Secret of Mary, The Secret of the Rosary, and True Devotion to Mary) he recommends that the faithful
formally consecrate themselves to the Blessed Mother. For this end he developed
a specific 33-day program consisting of various prayers and readings to help
the faithful detach themselves from the world and bond themselves more closely
with Christ through the example and intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
St. Louis de Montfort stands in a long tradition of saints completely devoted
to Our Lady, and his work has been influential in the lives of many other
saints, notable among them is Pope St. John Paul II who took his papal motto,
"Totus Tuus" (Totally Yours) from de Montfort. This "Total
Consecration of Jesus through Mary" consists of an initial 12-day
preparation followed by a period of three consecutive weeks, each week focusing
on a different theme. It is recommended that the consecration be done on a
major feast day of Our Lady, meaning that the preparation would begin 33 days
prior. That is, after the 33-day program is completed, the Act of Consecration
is made on a Marian feast day. Once you make the consecration, it is for life.
It can then be renewed annually. Keep in mind that this is a formal consecration
to Our Lady, not unlike a vow, that is to be done in a solemn manner. Through
this 33-day program you are giving Mary all of yourself - heart, mind, and soul
- in order to bring you to her Son, Jesus Christ. Also, that she may use you as
a holy instrument in her battle with Satan - i.e. this consecration allows her
the free reign in your life to make you holy (as she assists you, through the
Holy Spirit, to conform to her virtues) and to use your prayers, sacrifices,
and sufferings for the greater glory of God.
“The Immaculata alone
has from God the promise of victory over Satan. She seeks souls that will
consecrate themselves entirely to her, that will become in her hand’s forceful
instruments for the defeat of Satan and the spread of God's kingdom."
- St.
Maximilian Kolbe
Fitness Friday
Recognizing
that God, the Father created man on Friday the 6th day I propose in
this blog to have an entry that shares on how to recreate and renew yourself in
strength, mind, soul and heart.
Sleep
is an important element of life and along with it is the rest or recreation.
One must regenerate not only the body but the mind and soul as well.
25 Ways to Re-Create[3]
1.
Saltwater Fishing-As the title indicates, saltwater
fishing takes place out at sea giving fishermen the opportunity to catch large
and exotic fishes such as the Marlin. The big drawback to this activity is that
you have to have access to a boat (either own, know someone who does, or rent),
and own special fishing gear that can handle large catches.
2. Bird
Watching- With
about 10,000 species of birds and only a handful of people who can claim having
seen over 7000 of them, bird watching is become a popular recreation activity.
It’s believed that bird watching is an expression of the male hunting instinct
while others links it with the male tendency for “systemizing”. Either way,
bird watching is a great, safe way to enjoy nature.
3. Skiing- Also known as downhill skiing,
Alpine skiing began as a club sport in 1861 at Kiandra in Australia. Today,
most alpine skiing occurs at ski resorts with ski lifts that transport skiers
up the mountain.
4. Snowboarding-An American born sport that is
getting worldwide attention, snowboarding was developed in the 1960’s and
became part of the Olympics in 1998. Like any other extreme sport, snowboarding
does present risks of injury (especially for new participants), in fact, you
are twice as likely to get injured while snowboarding than Alpine skiing.
5. Overnight
Backpacking- Not
to be confused with backpacking for traveling purposes, overnight backpacking
describes a multi-day hike that involves camping. Aside from the health benefits,
backpacking allows adventurers to enjoy remote places that are usually
un-accessible by any other means.
6. Snowshoeing-Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy
the outdoors during winter months while maintaining an active and healthy
lifestyle. In fact, as of 2006, at least 500 American schools have started
offering snowshoe programs in their physical education curriculum to help
combat obesity.
7. Skateboarding-Skateboarding appeals to people all
over the world. In a 2002 report, it was found that there were 18.5 million
skateboarders in the world. 85 percent of those who had used a board in the
last year of the poll were under the age of 18.
8. Trail
running-An increasingly
popular sport, trail runners have increased from 4.5 million to more than 6
million in the United States alone between 2006 and 2012.
9. Snorkeling-If you want to check out an
underwater world without the mess of complicated equipment and tanks, snorkeling
is for you. Not only is it simpler than scuba diving, but cheaper as well since
you are not required to have a license and or permit to dive.
10. Bowhunting- Unlike hunting with a rifle,
Bowhunting places the hunter in closer proximity to its prey and is more
physical (in that you burn more calories by using a bow rather than firing a
gun). This activity entices many new participants; however, it is a
controversial sport due to the fact that animals tend to die slowly when struck
by an arrow.
11. Cross-Country
Skiing-Considered
to be one of the most grueling endurance sports out there, cross country skiing
promises to test your fitness. If you are looking for a sport that burns the
most calories per hour, this is it.
12. Wake
Boarding-No waves?
No problem. Wake boarding makes up for the lack of waves with a boat by
dragging you along. This activity is relatively safe, popular, and will
definitely keep you fit if done consistently.
13. Fly
Fishing-A perfect
activity for enjoying the outdoors, fly fishing requires some technical skill
(mainly casting techniques) but these are relatively easy to learn.
14. Sailing-Probably one the most romantic
outdoor activity on this list, sailing captivates the imagination and offers
participants a chance for a relaxing trip on the seas. The only downfall to
this activity is the price of a sailboat.
15. BMX
Biking-BMX
bicycling is an impressive sport to watch, which is probably why so many people
attempt to get into it. If you are thinking of doing the same, be warned, you
can’t fear getting hurt as falls,
scrapes, and fails are common.
16. Surfing-A challenging sport, surfing
definitely requires some skill development. Nevertheless, many people attempt
this dynamic sport.
17. Scuba
Diving-With the
opportunity to experience a rare and stunning encounter with a world outside
the norm, it’s not surprising why so many people try out scuba diving. Just be
careful as scuba diving can get a bit expensive and certification is required
for solo divers.
18. Climbing-The danger factor should be obvious
with this one. Nevertheless, climbing appeals to many first-time participants
and many more find it to be a great outdoor activity. If you’re thinking about
giving this a try, I suggest starting out in an indoor climbing facility.
19. White
Water Rafting-With
six grades of intensity, white water rafting appeals to veterans and novices
alike. With that said, if you want to try rafting for the first time, be sure
to stick to the lower grades since white water rafting can be dangerous.
20. Sea
Kayaking-Kayaking
in the sea will allow you to enjoy an active lifestyle while gliding through
open waters. It’s a relatively easy sport to get into and for the most part
safe (unlike the next item on our list).
21. White
Water Kayaking-A
surprisingly popular activity for first time practitioners, white water
kayaking is a pretty intense sport. If you’re not careful, you can end up seriously
hurt, or worse…dead. Nevertheless, 35% of first-time participants indicate that
this is their sport of choice.
22. Adventure
Racing-You just
never know what you will get with adventure racing. As the name suggest, the
‘adventure’ can consist of swimming, running, climbing, kayaking, etc. There
usually is no time limit and some races can even last days.
23. Triathlon Consisting of three continuous and
sequential endurance disciplines (running, bicycling, and swimming), a
triathlon does not require a particular high level of skills per se. However,
the training for such an event can be grueling.
24. Windsurfing-An engaging combination of sailing
and surfing, windsurfing takes the #2 spot on our list. If you’re itching to
try this sport, know that it does take some patience and perseverance to become
proficient. You must develop your balance and core stability; acquire a basic
understanding of sailing theory; and learn a few techniques.
25. Stand
Up Paddling-Stand
up paddling (SUP) is the #1 activity for new time users. Similar to surfing in
that you stand on a board. In SUP, waves are not required, and you can enjoy a
tranquil stroll while enjoying a total body workout.
“So,
if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.”
-John 8:36
Daily Devotions
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Offering to
the sacred heart of Jesus
·
Rosary
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