Day: June 25, 2024

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Thought for the Day – 25 June – Some Motives for Patience under Contempt

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Thought for the Day – 25 June – Meditations with Fr Richard Frederick Clarke SJ (1839-1900)

PATIENCE
Meditations for a Month

Some Motives for Patience under Contempt

  1. It is always foolish to complain or to be dissatisfied with that which ,of its own nature. is calculated to advance our happiness and our highest interests. Contempt is better suited, than almost anything else, to humble us, if we take it as we ought. It cannot fail to tear up the pride which is so deeply rooted in our hearts and, which is the great obstacle between us and God.
    Ought we not then, to be grateful to those who do us this service?
    Instead of resenting this treatment of us, we ought to thank God and pray for them as our benefactors!
  2. When we look into ourselves, must we not acknowledge that contempt is what ought to be felt towards us?
    It is the fitting disposition, the proper attitude towards one so contemptible as I am. My love of what is fitting ought to make me welcome it as the right and proper thing. I ought, not only to acquiesce in it but, to be pleased at justice being done to me.
    I ought to say to myself when treated with contempt, ‘That is just and right! It is exactly the true view to take of me!’
  3. Above all, I ought to value contempt because it gives me a share in the humiliation of my dear Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
    He humbled Himself even to death. He was treated with the utmost contempt and ignominy by the very creatures He had made, who owed all to Him and, on whom, He had bestowed countless benefits and lavished unmeasured love.
    What can be better or happier or a greater privilege, than thus to be clad in the livery of my Lord and to be treading, all unworthy as I am, in His footsteps?
    Welcomethen, contempt and ignominy, for Jesus’ sake and as giving me a share in His Divine Life!
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Quote/s of the Day – 25 June – ‘The one who walks in the love of God seeks neither gain nor reward …’

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Quote/s of the Day – 25 June – “The Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus” – St William (1085-1142) Abbot – Ecclesiasticus 45:1-6; Matthew 19:27-29 – Scripture search here: https://www.drbo.org/

“And everyone who has left house,
or brethren, or sisters, or father,
or mother, or wife, or children, or lands
for My Name’s sake,
shall receive a hundredfold
and shall possess life everlasting.”

Matthew 19:29

“The one who walks in the love of God
seeks neither gain nor reward
but seeks only, with the will,
to lose self and all things, for God
and this loss, the lover judges to be a gain! ”

“Seek for nothing, desiring to enter for love of Jesus,
with detachment, emptiness
and poverty in everything in this world.
You will never have to do with necessities
greater than those to which you made
your heart yield itself – for the poor in spirit
are most happy and joyful in a state of privation
and he, who has set his heart on nothing,
finds satisfaction everywhere.

The poor in spirit (Mt 5:3) give generously
all they have and their pleasure consists
in being thus deprived of everything
for God’s sake and out of love for their neighbour …”

By St John of the Cross (1542-1591)
Doctor of the Church

“It is true that we require great confidence
to abandon ourselves, without any reserve,
to Divine Providence but, when we do abandon all,
Our Lord takes care of all and disposes of all.
But, if we reserve anything which we are
unwilling to confide to Him, He leaves us,
as if He would say:
“You think yourselves sufficiently wise
to manage that affair without Me –
you can do so and see what will come of it!”

St Francis de Sales (1567-1622)
Doctor Caritatis

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One Minute Reflection – 25 June– Shall receive a hundredfold … Matthew 19:29

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One Minute Reflection – 25 June – “The Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus” – St William (1085-1142) Abbot – Ecclesiasticus 45:1-6; Matthew 19:27-29 – Scripture search here: https://www.drbo.org/

“… Shall receive a hundredfold and shall possess life everlasting.” – Matthew 19:29

REFLECTION – “The possessions which we have, are not our own: God has given them to us to cultivate and He wishes us to render them fruitful and profitable … Always deprive yourself, therefore, of some part of your means, giving them to the poor with a willing heart … It is true that God will return it to you, not only in the next world but also in this, for there is nothing which makes a person prosper, in temporal matters, so much, as almsgiving. But until such time as God shall repay it, you will always be impoverished to that extent. Oh! how holy and rich is the impoverishment which is caused by almsgiving.

Love the poor and poverty, for by this love you will become truly poor, since, as Scripture says: “We become like the things that we love” (cf Hos 9:10). Love makes those who love, equal to one another: “Who is weak and I am not weak?” says St Paul (2 Cor 11:29). He might have said: “Who is poor, with whom I am not poor?” For love made him become, such as those whom he loved. If, then, you love the poor, you will be truly participating in their poverty and poor like them. Now, if you love the poor, be often among them; be pleased to see them in your house and to visit them in theirs; associate willingly with them; be glad that they are near you in the Churches, in the streets and elsewhere. Be poor in speech with them, speaking to them as their equal but be rich in deed, giving them of your goods, as one who possesses more abundantly.

Will you do even more? … Become a servant of the poor; go to serve them … with your own hands … and at your own expense. This service has more glory in it than a throne!” – St Francis de Sales (1567-1622) Bishop of Geneva and Doctor of the Church (Introduction to the devout life, Part three Ch 15).

PRAYER – O God, Who made Thy Saints an example and a help for our weakness, grant us, as we walk the path of salvation, so to venerate the virtues of the blessed Abbot William that we may obtain his intercession and follow in his footsteps. Through Jesus Christ, Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee, in the unity of the Holy Ghost, God, world without end. Amen (Collect).

“JESUS, meek and humble of HEART, make my heart like unto Thine.” – 300 Days, EVERYTIME. (Unless otherwise stated, e.g., “once a day,” a partial Indulgence may be gained any number of times in succession.) St Pope Pius X, 15 September 1905.

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Our Morning Offering – 25 June – Be my Strength, O Sacred Heart! By St Margaret Mary

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Our Morning Offering – 25 June – “The Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus”

Be my Strength, O Sacred Heart!
By St Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-1690)
Visionary of the Sacred Heart

O Sacred Heart of Jesus,
I fly to Thee,
I unite myself to Thee,
I enclose myself in Thee!
Receive my call for help, O my Saviour,
as a sign of my horror of all within me,
contrary to Thy holy love.
Let me die rather a thousand times,
than consent to sin against Thee!
Be my strength, O God –
defend me,
protect me.
I am Thine and desire forever to be Thine!
Amen

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Saint of the Day – 25 June – Blessed Burchard of Mallersdorf OSB (Died 1122) Abbot

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Saint of the Day – 25 June – Blessed Burchard of Mallersdorf OSB (Died 1122) the 1st Abbot of the Monastery of Mallersdorf. Born in the 11th Century in the Upper Franconia (in modern Bavaria, Germany) died on 25 June 1122 of natural causes in Mallersdorf, Bavaria, Germany. Also known as – Burkhard.

Mallersdorf Monastery is now a Franciscan Convent for Poor Clares

Little is known about Burchard’s early life but it is believed that he entered the monastic life at an early age. He joined the Benedictine Monastery of Saint Michael in Bamberg, Bavaria, where he devoted himself to a life of prayer and contemplation. His deep spirituality and commitment drew the attention of his fellow Monks and Superiors, who recognised his piety and wisdom. Burchard’s dedication to the monastic life was evident in his adherence to the Rule of Saint Benedict and his diligent study of the Sacred Scriptures.

In 1109, Burchard was appointed as the 1st Abbot of the newly founded Monastery of Mallersdorf. This appointment was a testament to his leadership qualities, spiritual depth and administrative skills. As Abbot, Burchard guided the community, fostering a spirit of holiness and discipline among them. Under his leadership, the Monastery flourished both spiritually and materially, becoming a centre of learning and devotion.

He was known for his humility and his care for the physical and spiritual well-being of his Monks. He provided for their needs and encouraged them to continually seek God through prayer, study and charitable works. As a teacher, Burchard imparted his knowledge and wisdom to his brothers, guiding them in the ways of sanctity and virtue.

Throughout his life, Burchard was a living example of holiness, inspiring those around him. . His devotion to the Virgin Mary was particularly notable, and he fostered a special reverence and love for her among the community.

Blessed Burchard died on 25 June 1122, in Mallersdorf, Bavaria, where he had served as the Abbot for many years. His Relics were enshrined in 1695, ensuring that his memory would be preserved for all of us.

While the Church has not officially recognised Burchard’s cult, he is venerated locally as such. l. His Feast Day is celebrated on 25 June. His legacy lives on in the monastic tradition, reminding us of the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly and offering ourselves in the service of others.

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Beata Vergine delle Grazie / Our Lady of Grace-Romagna, Italy (1548)

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Beata Vergine delle Grazie / Our Lady of Grace/Our Lady of the Bowed Head, Montegridolfo, Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, Italy (1548) – 25 June
HERE:
https://anastpaul.wordpress.com/2017/06/25/25-june-the-feast-of-our-lady-of-grace/

St William of Vercelli (1085-1142) Hermit, Abbot, Founder of the Congregation of Monte Vergine, or “Williamites,” Miracle-worker, Marian devotee. His Body is incorrupt.
Glorious St William:
https://anastpaul.wordpress.com/2017/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-st-william-of-vercelli/

St Adalbert of Egmond (Died c 740) Confessor, Deacon, Missionary, disciple of St Willibrord.
Biography:
https://anastpaul.com/2021/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-saint-adalbert-of-egmond-died-c-740/

St Amand of Coly (6th Century) Founder and first Abbot of Saint-Amand-de-Coly Monastery, Diocese of Limoges, France. There is now a village named for St Amand.
Blessed Burchard of Mallersdorf (Died 1122) Abbot
St Cyneburga of Gloucester
Bl Dorothy of Montau
St Eurosia of Jaca
St Febronia of Nisibis
Bl Fulgentius de Lara
St Gallicanus of Embrun

St Gallicanus of Ostia (Died c 363) Martyr, Layman, Roman Consul
His Life and Death:
https://anastpaul.com/2022/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-saint-gallicanus-of-ostia-died-c-363-martyr/

St Gohard of Nantes
Bl Guy Maramaldi
Bl Henry Zdick

Blessed John the Spaniard O.Cart. (1123-1160) Prior, Founder of the female branch of the Carthusians for which he wrote the Rule, also Founder of the Reposoir Monastery.
A Short Life of Grace:
https://anastpaul.com/2023/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-blessed-john-the-spaniard-o-cart-1123-1160/

St Luceias and Companions

St Maximus of Turin (? – c 420) Father of the Church, Bishop, Writer, Theologian. He was a prolific and inspirational Theological writer with 118 homilies, 116 sermons and 6 treatises surviving.
The Heavenly St Maximus!:
https://anastpaul.com/2018/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-st-maximus-of-turin-c-420-father-of-the-church/

St Moluag of Lismore (c 530–592) Bishop of Lismore, Missionary to Scotland and a contemporary of St Columba, Founder of Monasteries, Apostle of the Picts, Patron Saint of Argyll.
About St Moluag:
https://anastpaul.com/2020/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-saint-moluag-of-lismore-c-520-592/

St Molonachus of Lismore

St Prosper of Reggio (Died c 466) Bishop and Patron of Reggio.
His Life:
https://anastpaul.com/2019/06/25/saint-of-the-day-25-june-saint-prosper-of-reggio-died-c-466/

St Selyf of Cornwall
St Solomon I
St Solomon III of Bretagne