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  HOLY NAME OF MARY   2 Corinthians, Chapter 7, Verse 5 For even when we came into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were afflicted in every way—external conflicts, internal FEARS .   The devil is the author of fear. The opposite of fear is not bravery but love. Christ showed his love for us by breaking the power of the devil by overcoming death.  He showed us His love by sharing our human nature. He asks us in the gospel to love as He loved. ”I give you a new commandment: love one another as I have loved you.” (John 13:34) Christ therefore restores Gods original intend to give man life eternal and voiding the death that the devil had brought into the world.  The fear of death is a fear based on the false conception that death marks the end of a person’s kindred with God. Jesus deliberately allied himself with us in order to be a merciful and faithful high priest in our behalf; expiating our sins as one who experienced the same tests as we.  ...

  NIC’s Corner   The LORD answered: I myself will go along, to give you rest. Exodus 33:14 ·           How to celebrate Sep 12th ·           Wake up and kickstart your day with the enthusiasm of a programmer on  Programmers Day . Embody their dedication by setting goals for the day ahead. Transition into  National School Picture Day  by channeling your inner student. Take a school picture-inspired selfie or recreate a favorite childhood pose. Keep the fun going on  National Video Games Day  by challenging yourself to beat a new level or try out a new game genre. ·           As the day progresses, take a moment to check in with loved ones on  R U OK?Day . Send a thoughtful message or plan a video call to show you care. Dive into the spirit of  World Dolphin Day  by learning more about these fascinating cre...

  Friday of the Fifth Week of Easter   Deuteronomy, Chapter 10, Verse 12-13 12 Now, therefore, Israel, what does the LORD, your God, ask of you but to FEAR the LORD, your God, to follow in all his ways, to love and serve the LORD, your God, with your whole heart and with your whole being, 13 to keep the commandments and statutes of the LORD that I am commanding you today for your own well-being?   What is meant by serving God?   Doing the will of God in all things which He requires of us, in whatever state of life we may be placed, and doing this with fidelity, with unwearied zeal, and out of love for Him. (Goffine’s Devout Instructions, 1896)  When we are bored and familiar with routine work, let us generously offer ourselves to the Lord for He indeed knows our needs and will take care of our well-being.   Fitness Friday- Water [1] In order to prevent dehydration, anyone who exercises (especially athletes) should drink water before,...

  INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY   2 Kings, Chapter 6, Verse 16 Elisha answered, “Do not be AFRAID . Our side outnumbers theirs.”   Many people are afraid to speak out against the injustices of our modern age because we are so few. Likewise, here Elisha states to the Israelites to not be afraid for although our physical army is outnumbered in this contest we far outweigh them with the armies of the Lord.   Tzevaot “God the armies of Israel” [1] ·        The Arameans are at war with Israel. The King of Aram decides to set his camp at a certain place where he can ambush the Israelites. ·        Elisha prophetically warns the King of Israel not to pass by that place, successfully saving them. Then, he pulls the same prophetic miracle again. ·        The King of Aram asks his soldiers if one of them is a traitor, but they tell him that it must be the prophet, Elisha. ...