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Description | "God purposely chose what the world considers nonsense in or der to shame the wise, and he chose... what the world looks down on... to destroy what the world thinks is important." ~ 1 Corinthians 1:27-28 Young Joseph of Cupertino labored under a learning disability and was considered dull and clumsy. When he tried to enter religious life, he was turned down by one monastery after another. Finally, in spite of his disab ility, a Franciscan group agreed to accept him. Joseph acquired eno ugh knowledge to be ordained a priest. Eventually, many miracles were attr ibuted to him and many credible people, including Pope Urban VIII, saw hi m "levitate" while praying. His constant admonition to people was "Pray, p ray, pray!" ~ Mark Link, S.J. What is the greatest challenge I fac e when it comes to prayer? "If you are a stranger to prayer, you are a stranger to power." ~ Author unknown |
Date | Tue, May 19, 2020 |
Repeat Type | Yearly
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Time | All day event |
Priority | 5-Medium |
Access | Public |
Created by | DEFAULT ADMINISTRATOR |
Updated | Fri, July 30, 2021 8:35pm GMT |
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