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Morning Offering: 06. 20. 26

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Today’s Reflection: A Graduation Prayer

Loving God
I have knowledge, so will You show me now
how to use it wisely and find a way
somehow
to make the world I live in a little better place,
and make life
with its problems
a little bit easier to face.

Grant me faith and courage
and put purpose in my days,
and show me how to serve you
in effective ways.
So my education, my knowledge and my skill
may find their true fulfillment
as I learn to do your will.

And may I ever be aware in everything I do,
that knowledge comes from learning,
and wisdom comes from you. Amen –  Marquette University prayer site

Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland,, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.

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Editor’s note: Timely “gift” for the grad or grads in your life?

Morning Offering: 04. 29. 26

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Today’s Reflection: God bless the hidden hands that serve without recognition….

The early risers,

The late-night workers,

The ones who make our lives easier every day. – Mindful Christianity

Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovicb who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich

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Morning Offering: 04. 20. 26

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Today’s Reflection: Lord,

When we stumble and fall, lift us up.

When nothing seems sure, give us trust.

When we lose our way, be our guide. – Author unknown

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.

Morning Offering: 04. 14. 26

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Today’s Reflection: Prayer must be your lifestyle, not just your emergency contact. –  Mindful Christianity

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.

Morning Offering: 03. 29. 26 Palm Sunday

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Today’s Reflection: Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem demonstrates that true kingship is marked by humility. By riding on a donkey, He showed that God’s power is expressed in gentleness. We are reminded that welcoming Christ into our lives means laying down our pride and seeking to serve others with compassion. – Catholic prayers for Palm Sunday 

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.

Morning Offering: 02. 26. 26

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Today’s Reflection:

Dear God, In a world where everything begs for our attention, help us quiet our hearts and choose what truly matters most. Amen.  – Maria Shriver, I’ve Been Thinking

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.

Morning Offering: 02. 25. 26

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Today’s Reflection:

Lord, help me to live this day, quietly, easily.

To lean upon your great strength, trustfully, restfully.

To wait for the unfolding of your will, patiently, serenely.

To meet others, peacefully, joyously.

To face tomorrow, confidently, courageously. – A Prayer of St. Francis

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.

Morning Offering: 02. 23. 26

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Today’s Reflection: Prayer In Times of Confusion

I bring myself before you, Lord,
shadowed by uncertainty
and pulled in countless directions.

I see no clear way forward,
no neat solution,
no easy resolution.

Did you doubt when
your disciples did not understand you?

Did you question yourself when
the authorities questioned you?

Did you hesitate when
others asked what seemed more than humanly possible?

Did you feel fear when
you prayed in the garden?
When you breathed your last on the cross?

In the chaos of my life, Lord,
allow me to feel your presence.

Let me sense your Spirit
as it knits,
as it mends,
as it heals,
as it makes all things new.

Grant me the courage and patience
to abide with you in the garden,
to stay with you at the cross,
to hold fast to you in darkness.

Despite my doubts,
give me the grace to trust in you
and to say with you:
“Not my will, but yours be done.” — Rev. Ryan Duns, S.J.

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.

Editor’s Note: Today’s photo – Stations of the Cross, Jesus is Condemned to Death, St. Kevin Church, Welland.

Morning Offering: 02. 08. 26

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Morning Offering:

I will never fear,

For you are ever with me,

And you will never leave me,

To face my perils alone. – Thomas Merton

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.