Thursday, August 22, 2024

Love of God and Love of Neighbor

Love of God and Love of Neighbor 


With heart, soul, mind, and strength, we adore
The Lord our God, forevermore
And as we love Him with all our might
We're called to love our neighbor in sight

For love of God and love of neighbor blend
Inseparable, a true Christian's trend
Caring for the poor, the vulnerable too
Reflecting God's love, in all we do

Christ's selfless love, a guiding light
Impels us to live, for Him alone tonight
May our love shine bright, a beacon true
Inspired by Christ, forever anew.

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Queen of Heaven

Queen of Heaven


Mary, Queen of Heaven's throne,
Assumed and crowned, now reigns alone,
With virtues holy, she adorns her soul,
A queen of heaven, in glory whole.

On earth, she lived as humble servant true,
Now pours down blessings, with love anew,
In rosary prayers, we hail her name,
"Holy Queen" we say, with reverence and fame.

In Easter's joy, we pray to her as well,
"Queen of Heaven", her story to tell,
Of sufferings shared, and glory gained,
A cross to bear, a crown to obtain.

In litany's call, she's queen of all,
Angels, saints, and families, one and all,
On earth, we honor her, our queen and mother dear,
Who reigns in heaven, and sheds tears.

With influence over the King's throne,
She opens treasures, for us to atone,
Oh, privileged sinners, to have her as our guide,
A mother on earth, a queen in heaven's tide.

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Never Ending

Never Ending


Greed's insatiable thirst, a never-ending sea
Desiring more, yet never satisfied, we see
Contentment's peace, lost in the haze
Chasing more, in endless daze

Jealousy's dark shadow, corrodes the heart
Comparing lives, a toxic art
Counting others' blessings, instead of our own
Blinding us to the good, that's already sown

Let's learn to appreciate, who we are
Embracing our uniqueness, like a shining star
Praising God for what we have, not what we lack
Finding peace in contentment, no need to look back

May our hearts be filled, with gratitude and cheer
Focusing on our own path, without a jealous tear
For in the end, it's not what we have that matters most
But the love and joy we share, that forever boasts.

Monday, August 19, 2024

Dinal Destiny

Fnal Destiny

Wealth's fleeting charm, a temporary hold
Can't buy our way, to a heavenly gold
Character and love, our true destiny shape
Not riches or gold, but a heart that escapes

The rich man's mistake, a lesson to share
Attachment to wealth, left him with nothing to spare
Lazarus' faith, a humble heart did bear
A treasure in heaven, beyond compare

St. Francis' example, a path to emulate
Detachment and love, a true Christian state
Love God and neighbor, a command to fulfill
A heart of generosity, our true wealth to build

Let's reflect on our ways, and ask with sincerity
Are we using our gifts, to set humanity free?
May love and detachment, guide us on our way
To a treasure in heaven, that never fades away.

Sunday, August 18, 2024

Young Man

Young Man


A young man came, with enthusiasm bright
Seeking eternal life, with all his might
He followed rules, with a moral stride
But lacked the love, to step aside

His wealth possessed him, his heart was tied
He couldn't let go, he couldn't hide
The cost was high, the challenge great
He walked away, with a sorrowful state

Good intentions, aren't enough to share
Sacrifices must be made, to show we care
For the poor, the needy, the ones in pain
We must give up, our earthly gain

Jesus invites us, to examine our heart
To let go of attachments, that tear us apart
From the love of God, from eternal life
And find true treasure, in His strife.

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Bread of Eternal Life

Bread of Eternal life

Living Bread from heaven's gate,
Jesus, the sustenance for our soul's state.
Eucharist, the food that endures forevermore,
Nourishing our spiritual lives, on earth and in heaven's shore.

Transforming us, into His loving embrace,
A foretaste of heaven, in every sacred space.
Manna for the journey, through life's desert sand,
Strengthening our faith, in this hostile land.

With every reception, our hearts beat as one,
With Jesus, the source, of all holiness begun.
Eternal life's sustenance, in every Eucharistic share,
Safely guiding us, to our heavenly lair.

Doctor

Doctor 


A healer's hands, now laid to rest
In a place of trust, she was betrayed, unblessed
Her uniform, a symbol of care
But in the shadows, evil lurked, unaware

Blame shifted, like falling sand
From the perpetrators, to her helpless hand
The system failed, in silence and shame
A life lost, in a place of healing and claim

May truth prevail, and justice reign
For the fallen, and the ones who remain
May we learn, from this tragic fate
To protect and serve, with a nobler state.

Friday, August 16, 2024

Little Children

Little Children 


Little ones brought to Jesus' feet,
Seeking blessings, a parent's sweet treat.
A lesson for us, to guide them with care,
And bring them to Jesus, with love to share.

For spiritual growth, they need His grace,
To flourish in faith, and find their place.
Like the apostles, let us not hinder their way,
But bridge the gap, come what may.

Let us not cause scandals, or lead astray,
But teach the young, come Sunday's day.
For if we fail, we'll answer to the call,
Of a generation, lost, without His all.

So let us welcome, with open arms,
The little ones, and keep them from harm.
And bring them to Jesus, with love so true,
For theirs is the kingdom, forever anew.

The Flow


The Flow

Like birds of a feather, we align,
Best love, you and me, a heart-to-heart rhyme.
Childhood memories, innocent and free,
Baby, we flow, like a love river to the sea.

With every hardship, our love flows strong,
To freedom, where our hearts belong.
The power of our love, a unity to share,
Flows from God, who is love, and shows we care.

This flow is pure, no debris in sight,
No lies, no manipulation, just love's delight.
Ask Eternity, Ask Everlasting, ask the sea,
The Ocean of love is our witness, forever free.

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Marriage

Marriage 

In the beginning, God's plan unfolded,
Male and female, a union to mold,
One flesh, one heart, one soul, one mind,
Together forever, a bond divine.

Jesus spoke of unity, indissoluble too,
What God joins, let no one break through,
A sacrament, not just a human tie,
A union of three, with God, we fly.

Not just a contract, but a communion true,
With God and each other, in love anew,
A sanctuary, where God dwells within,
Not a battlefield, where love gives in.

Love sustains, through every test of time,
Forgiveness, understanding, a heart that's aligned,
No room for ego, hurt, or doubt to creep,
Only God's love, in a marriage that sleeps.

Keep God in your marriage, and He'll keep you too,
A lifelong bond, a love that shines through.

Mary and Heaven

Mary and Heaven


Mary, a vessel of heaven's grace
Contained the King, in her sacred space
Her "yes" brought heaven to earth below
Uniting divine and human, in a love that glows

Now heaven embraces her, body and soul
The Assumption's mystery, makes her whole
United with her Son, in glory and light
A crowning point, to her life's pure delight

Her journey of faith, a path we're called to roam
Fixing our gaze, on heaven, our eternal home
Mary's reward, a promise to us all
Faithful obedience, leads to heaven's hall

Her purity and humility, inspire us to strive
For holiness and surrender, to God's will alive
Mary, our guide, to heaven's gate
Showing us the way, to our eternal state.

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Fraternal Correction

Fraternal Correction 

A brother's fault, a gentle hand
Correction offered, with love to stand
Not judgment or condemnation's might
But guidance and care, to bring new light

In private, we speak, with kindness true
Avoiding gossip, and harm anew
No public shame, or hurtful pride
But a calm and open heart, side by side

Timing is key, when emotions subside
A gentle approach, with understanding's tide
Solutions offered, with a helping hand
Not just fault-finding, but a loving stand

Humility's cloak, we must wear with care
Recognizing our own faults, we must share
No righteousness, or holier-than-thou
But a brother's love, that seeks to renew

May our corrections, be motivated by love
A desire to help, sent from above
May we offer guidance, with a gentle tone
And help each other, to grow and be known.

Divine Logic

Divine Logic

A stray sheep wanders, lost and alone,
The Shepherd searches, leaving ninety-nine to roam.
He seeks the one, with love so true,
Every soul precious, in His eyes, anew.

Unlike human hearts, that count the gain,
God's mercy seeks, the one in pain.
No small loss, in His divine sight,
Every soul matters, in His loving light.

With joy, He finds, the lost one's face,
And welcomes home, to a warm embrace.
We're precious, honored, in His sight,
A blessed feeling, to know His love so bright.