Prayers

With prayer as the center of our lives, we serve in simplicity and joy. 
Daily we pray both alone and together. 
Coming before God in solitude, we listen and respond to the Spirit. 
Gathering in Jesus’ name we share his word with one another and the world as a whole.
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In these pages we welcome your prayer requests
​and offer our weekly reflections for each Sunday and those from special occasions. 
Join us in this sacred journey.
READINGS AND REFLECTION FOR April 2, 2023
PALM SUNDAY
Matthew 21: 1-11
Isaiah 50:4-7
Psalm 22: 8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24
Philippians 2: 6-11
Matthew 26: 14 – 27: 66
The very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and strewed them on the road. The crowds preceding him and those following kept crying out and saying: “Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; hosanna in the highest.” (Matthew 21:10)
This is the last time when Christ is alive that we will see all the people rejoice in his presence. Within days they will turn against him. This week I can calmly yet truthfully recount the times I have turned against the One who loves me more than anyone else.
 
​Prayer:   
Christ Jesus, as Holy Week begins, I once again resolve to do the best I can to be the best I can. This is the time for silence and introspection. Continue to stand by my side as I promise to stand by yours. Amen

Margie Niemer, OSF  
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