Today’s Reflection: There are some souls on earth
Which seek in vain for happiness,
But for me, it’s just the opposite.
Joy is in my heart.
This joy is not ephemeral.
I possess it forever.
Like the springtime rose, It smiles at me every day. — St. Therese of Lisieux, French Carmelite (1873–1897)
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich, who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Gracious God, thank You for those who listen, laugh and lift us up. Bless each friend who walks beside us, in joy and in struggle. May we be as faithful to them as they have been to us.— Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration.
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich, who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: God of Wisdom, we give thanks for the gift of reading – the key that opens minds, nurtures dreams and empowers lives. We pray for all who are struggling to learn. May doors be opened, help be given and may every person discover the joy and freedom that literacy can bring. — Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich, who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Lord, help me to embrace the joy and peace that comes from you, and share it with those I encounter each day. Amen.—Jesuit Prayer team
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich, who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Jesus, as this new day begins, help us carry the joy of Easter into all we do. Let the hope of Your resurrection guide our steps, fill our hearts with peace and inspire us to share Your light with others. May we walk in faith, love boldly, and live with grateful hearts. — Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich, who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a. m
Today’s Reflection: Lord, thank you for the simple joy of a walk – for the rhythm of my steps, the breeze on my face and the quiet moments to breathe and reflect. Open my eyes to the wonders around me and my heart to the peace that comes with each step in your direction. — Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration.
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich, who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a. m.
Today’s Reflection: God of joy,
remind me to rejoice.
Wrapped up in my Christmas gifts,
tied down in my debts,
I have forgotten.
God of peace,
remind me of your calm.
In my anxiety
and in my haste,
I have forgotten.
God of all,
remind me
of the true light of Christmas,
of your gift shared.
In my own wants
and in my own needs
I have forgotten.
Wrapped up in my little world,
remind me of your world.
God of joy, remind me
to rejoice. Amen. – Linda Jones/CAFOD
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
NOTE: Morning Offering will return Tuesday, December 31.
Today’s Reflection: God of good news,
of great joy for all people,
give us warm and generous hearts,
inspire us to share what we have
and work for peace,
so we may share your joy.
Amen. — CAFOD, Catholic social justice site
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day. — Henri Nouwen
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Lord, as we navigate the journey of aging, ease the small aches and pains that accompany the passage of time. Let us find the grace and joy in each new day. — Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration.
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
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