quiet

peace of soul

Published on June 11, 2025August 6, 2025 by Dawn Marie2 Comments

Pope Francis said that “Do not be afraid!” is the message of the Church.

It is true that stalwart messengers of hope may be scorned and scoffed at by those who “celebrate your pain,” but that is no reason to back off. Instead, it is an additional spur to increase hope and joy, especially in the company of others who are united in making the world a more peace-filled, hope-filled place.

Search your soul, Pope Francis often said, for that quiet peace that comes from knowing you are surrounded and protected by God’s love.

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Published on May 28, 2025July 30, 2025 by Dawn Marie1 Comment

A silent soul is strong; no adversities will harm it if it perseveres in silence. The silent soul is capable of attaining the closest union with God. It lives almost always under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. God works in a silent soul without hinderance.

St. Faustina Diary (477)

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first things first

Published on May 14, 2025May 13, 2025 by Dawn Marie1 Comment

O Jesus, I want to live in the present moment, to live as if this were the last day of my life. I want to use every moment scrupulously for the greater glory of God, to use every circumstance for the benefit of my soul. I want to look upon everything from the point of view that nothing happens without the will of God. God of unfathomable mercy, embrace the whole world and pour Yourself out upon us through the merciful Heart of Jesus.

Saint Faustina (Diary 1183)