I have followed Pope Francis’ trip to the United States via Vatican Radio and CNA (Catholic News Agency). I am grateful for his inspiring words. Yes, I am grateful too for the many blessings. Here’s a partial text of Pope Francis’s address during Vespers at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City, a beautiful message that truly inspires and touches the heart:
Joy springs from a grateful heart. Truly, we have received much, so many graces, so many blessings, and we rejoice in this. It will do us good to think back on our lives with the grace of remembrance.
Remembrance of when we were first called, remembrance of the road travelled, remembrance of graces received… and, above all, remembrance of our encounter with Jesus Christ so often along the way.
Remembrance of the amazement which our encounter with Jesus Christ awakens in our hearts. To seek the grace of remembrance so as to grow in the spirit of gratitude. Perhaps we need to ask ourselves: are we good at counting our blessings?
beautiful words indeed! what an awesome pope he is, Arlene! 🙂
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That’s the right word I think…he is awesome!
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I am pleased that you are getting inspiration from the Papal visit, Arlene.
Best wishes, Pete.
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It’s like watching him again during his visit here a few months ago. Yes, he truly is an inspiration Pete!
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I have watched Pope Francis’ visit here to the U.S. every day since he arrived. I am grateful that I do not work during the day and could stay glued to the television. I have been so blessed by everything the Holy Father has done and said and have been moved to tears almost continually. The television channel I have been watching is broadcasting almost non-stop with very few interruptions and with quiet and respectful commentary. Everything Pope Francis says is challenging the hateful political discourse we have become so accustomed to here. I am so glad he is calling for love, respect, and peace and for caring for the least of those in society. He is amazing.
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You are right, he is a very inspiring figure who projects a very positive aura when you see him even just on television. I felt that same way (always close to tears) when he visited the Philippines last January. I even blogged about him every day that he was here.
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Thank you Arlene for your kind wishes on GWGT. I hope to be back to blogging in a few weeks. I just wanted to thank you. I am always grateful for the blessings from our Lord. The Pope is doing good work here in the US. He is such an inspiration.
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