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Saints, Feast, Family
- Traditions passed down with Cooking, Crafting, & Caring -
Thursday of the
Third Week of Easter
Job, Chapter 4, Verse
13-14
13
In my thoughts during visions of
the night, when deep sleep falls on mortals, 14 FEAR
came upon me, and shuddering, that terrified me to the bone.
This is a dramatic presentation of the idea of human nothingness in contrast to God’s greatness. The message of the “private revelation” that stirs Eliphaz so deeply is in reality expressed countless times in the Bible. The statements of the friends are often “truths” that are insensitive or irrelevant to Job’s questioning.
Sleep Terrors[1]
Sleep terrors
are times of screaming or crying, intense fear, and sometimes waving arms and
legs when not fully awake. Also known as night terrors, sleep terrors may lead
to sleepwalking. Like sleepwalking, sleep terrors are a type of parasomnia.
Parasomnias are disturbing or strange behaviors or experiences during sleep. A
sleep terror usually lasts from seconds to a few minutes, but it may last
longer.
Sleep terrors
may happen in children between the ages of 1 and 12 years. They happen much
less often in adults. Although sleep terrors can be frightening to those around
the person with sleep terrors, they aren't usually a cause for concern. Most
children outgrow sleep terrors by their teenage years.
Sleep terrors
may need treatment if they cause problems with getting enough sleep or cause a
safety risk.
Catechism
of the Catholic Church
PART FOUR: CHRISTIAN PRAYER
SECTION ONE-PRAYER IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE
CHAPTER ONE-THE REVELATION OF PRAYER - THE
UNIVERSAL CALL TO PRAYER
Article 3-IN THE AGE OF THE CHURCH
I. Blessing and Adoration
2626 Blessing expresses the
basic movement of Christian prayer: it is an encounter between God and man. In
blessing, God's gift and man's acceptance of it are united in dialogue with
each other. the prayer of blessing is man's response to God's gifts: because
God blesses, the human heart can in return bless the One who is the source of
every blessing.
2627 TWO fundamental forms
express this movement: our prayer ascends in the Holy Spirit through Christ to
the Father - we bless him for having blessed us; it implores the grace of
the Holy Spirit that descends through Christ from the Father - he blesses us.
2628 Adoration is the first
attitude of man acknowledging that he is a creature before his Creator. It
exalts the greatness of the Lord who made us and the almighty power of the
Savior who sets us free from evil. Adoration is homage of the spirit to the
"King of Glory," respectful silence in the presence of the
"ever greater" God. Adoration of the thrice-holy and sovereign
God of love blends with humility and gives assurance to our supplications.
Thursday
Feast
Thursday
is the day of the week that our Lord gave himself up for consumption. Thursday
commemorates the last supper. Some theologians believe after Sunday Thursday is
the holiest day of the week. We should then try to make this day special by
making a visit to the blessed sacrament chapel, Mass or even stopping by the
grave of a loved one. Why not plan to count the blessing of the week and thank
our Lord. Plan a special meal. Be at Peace.
·
According to Mary Agreda[2]
in her visions it was on a Thursday at six o'clock in the evening and at the
approach of night that the Angel Gabriel approached and announced her as Mother
of God and she gave her fiat.
Best Places to Visit in April
San Diego, California[3]
This month is a great time
to visit San Diego as it’s much less crowded, there
is still plenty of sun.
Most people flock to
“Beach City” for family fun on the beaches. Mission Beach is a good swimming
beach, with a boardwalk and rollercoaster, but I recommend checking out the
tidal pools at La Jolla, when the tide is low, and snorkeling at La Jolla Cove,
part of the Underwater Park.
If you’ve had too much
sun, I would suggest heading for Balboa Park, where you would need at least a
week to explore, taking in the 18 diverse museums or some cultural events. The Air and Space Museum is affiliated with the Smithsonian
and has something for kids of all ages.
I would suggest tasting
some Baja cuisine, dancing the night away in one of the nightclubs, or viewing
one of the many shows on offer.
- Visitor’s Centre Address: 996 N Harbor
Dr, San Diego, Phone: (619) 236-1242
My favorite
highlights…
- Having
fun at Belmont Park is filled with exciting rides and adrenaline-pumping
rollercoasters.
- Catching
one of San Diego’s best sunsets at La Jolla Cove, a perfect spot for
Instagrammable shots.
- Exploring
the vibrant nightlife scene at Gaslamp Quarter, filled with bars, lounges,
and music venues.
Today’s Menu
·
Drink:
April
Rain Cocktail
·
Soup: Minestrone
·
Main
dish: Tartiflette
·
Dessert:
Classic
Strawberry Shortcake
Rachel’s Corner
Welcome to Arizona Tiki Oasis (April 25 - 28, 2024),
an island lifestyle meet-up held in the middle of the desert at one of the
best-preserved Mid-Century hotels in America — Hotel Valley Ho (est.1956). Wear your
most festive aloha wear; sip crafted tropical cocktails by top mixologists;
browse the pop-up Art Show; relax in a cabana by the pool; learn about
mid-century style, design, and lifestyle from experts; shop the outdoor
marketplace with a variety of artists, makers, and traders; and, of course,
enjoy the overall island-in-the-desert vibe.
PRAYERS AND TEACHINGS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
The
Glory Be[4]
Glory be to the Father, the Son, and
the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,
world without end.
Amen.
Calendar
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Boston Marathon--April 18--Show your Boston pride and find
something for everyone to enjoy. The annual Boston Marathon kicks
off with a fitness expo featuring more than 200 exhibitors, followed by a 5K
set to draw an es estimated 10,000
participants as well as a relay challenge -- all topped by the grand
celebration of city spirit.
Daily
Devotions
·
Unite in the work of the Porters of St. Joseph by joining them
in fasting: Today's Fast: Conversion
of Sinners
·
do
a personal eucharistic stations of the cross.
·
Litany of the Most Precious
Blood of Jesus
·
Offering to
the sacred heart of Jesus
·
Make
reparations to the Holy Face
[2] Venerable Mary of Agreda. The
Mystical City of God: Complete Edition Containing all Four Volumes with
Illustrations (p. 770). Veritatis Splendor Publications. Kindle Edition
[3]https://globalgrasshopper.com/destinations/north-america/21-of-the-best-places-to-visit-in-april-in-the-usa/
[4]https://www.usccb.org/prayers/prayers-rosary
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