Author: Timothy
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Benedict The Moor
St Benedict’s parents were African slaves, having been captured and forcefully taken to a place near Messina, Italy. There they converted to Catholicism and, because of their many years of loyal service as slaves, when Benedict was born (1526 – 1589) he was given naturalised citizenship. In his youth, St Benedict worked with his parents, receiving…
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St Bernadette Soubirous (Day 2)
History: St Bernadette was born the eldest of nine children into a poor family at Lourdes, France. On 11th February 1858, when she was 14, she had her first vision from the Blessed Virgin Mary. At first, Bernadette and her friends kept the visions secret but news soon spread and a further seventeen were recorded.…
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More Testimony Of John The Baptist And Jesus
Extract: Jesus said to the Jewish Leaders, “You sent emissaries to John, and he has testified to the truth… He was a lamp that was burning and shining, and you wanted to rejoice greatly for a short time in his light. But I have a testimony greater than that from John”. (John 5:33, 35-36) Thought…
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Richard Of Chichester
St Richard (ca. 1197 – 1252) was born into a ‘gentry’ family at Burford, England, but sadly, orphaned at a young age. He received a good education and worked for his older brother on the family farm estate. St Richard chose a life of study and the Church, rather than marriage and family wealth. He…
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St Bernadette Soubirous (Day 1)
History: St Bernadette was born the eldest of nine children into a poor family at Lourdes, France. On 11th February 1858, when she was 14, she had her first vision from the Blessed Virgin Mary. At first, Bernadette and her friends kept the visions secret but news soon spread and a further seventeen were recorded.…
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Jesus’ Response To Jewish Leaders
Extract: Those who wished to persecute Jesus accused him of firstly, breaking the Sabbath and secondly, calling God his own Father. (John 5:18) The accusations quickly led to his crucifixion and death. Thought Jesus didn’t hide the truth even though, he knew it would endanger his life. Truth prevails, sin does not! Reflection Lord Jesus,…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 9)
Background: Jesus gave his life so that we may live and enjoy the rewards of eternal happiness in heaven. Before his cruel death on the cross, He took wine, blessed it and gave it to his disciples saying, “This is my blood, the blood of the covenant that is poured out for many”. This Novena…
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Francis Of Paola
St Francis (1416 – 1507) was born in Paola, Italy. His devout Catholic parents named him after St Francis of Assisi. He was educated by the Franciscans and, as a student, he was warmly remembered for his, “Sanctity”. At 13 and after completing a one year pilgrimage in a Franciscan Friary, he visited Assisi and…
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Precious Blood of Jesus (Day 8)
Background: Jesus gave his life so that we may live and enjoy the rewards of eternal happiness in heaven. Before his cruel death on the cross, He took wine, blessed it and gave it to his disciples saying, “This is my blood, the blood of the covenant that is poured out for many”. This Novena…
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Healing A Paralytic At The Pool Of Bethesda
Extract: As Jesus entered Jerusalem, he saw a man who had been disabled for many years. He said to him “Do you want to become well? Stand up. Pick up your mat and walk”. Immediately the man was healed, he picked up his mat and started walking. (John 5:8-9). This was another good-work miracle by…