Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life.
My faith in Jesus brings me joy. I look to Him for help, strength and guidance. Knowing Jesus also gives me a great hope for the future. Jesus said He is going to prepare a place for us and He is coming back. There is an old saying, “No God, no peace. Know God, know peace”. I have found this to be true in my life. Knowing Jesus not only gives me peace, it gives me great joy.
Have you ever broken a bone?
Yes I have broken a bone. I broke my thumb when I was 13.
I was playing a game of British Bulldog at school. It is a bit like Rugby or American Football with no ball, you start at one end and run as fast as you can to the other end. There are people in the middle who tackle you.
As you can imagine, it is pretty rough and physical with no referees. We had so many injuries that the school band us from playing.
The funny thing about my thumb was that it was sore for a few days before I went to the doctor. Then the x-rays showed a break.
As it was my right hand I could not write at school for a bit because of the splint and then a cast. As I swan for my Rheumatoid Arthritis they gave me a water proof cast.
At the time I thought it was cool. I could still swim and I got out of some school work. As painful as it was, as a 13 year old I thought it was pretty cool.
My sister sent me this video today. It is the song “You raise me up” with video of scenes from Jesus’ life and ministry. Please enjoy.
Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit, that my work, too, may be holy. Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, that I love but what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, to defend all that is holy. Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit, that I always may be holy. Amen.
The Catholic Church has a new leader – Pope Leo XIV.
I must say he has been very impressive so far. I have really enjoyed the first things he has done. Here are a few I have enjoyed.
1. First Sermon – I loved his first words as Pope, they were about peace, blessing and our hope in Jesus Christ the one true Saviour. Reading a translation in English touch my heart.
2. Clothing – I really loved his wearing of the traditional outfit. It showed he is attached to tradition and values it highly.
3. Augustinian – Leo is from the Augustinian order. They are deeply religious, contemplative, servant-hearted and relational. This gives me hope.
4. No War – In his first chance to speak as Pope he called for an end to the wars going on in the world. He reminded us that we are all in this together and must look after each other.
5. World Attention – I really love the whole world stops to look for smoke from a chimney. Not all Christians are Catholic, but the election of the Pope is something very special to us all.
6. Young Age – At only 69 Pope Leo could be in the role for a long time. It is good to see a spritely Pope moving around by himself. I heard he still plays weekly tennis!
7. Languages – I really like he can speak in multiple languages. I understand he is fluent in Italian, Spanish, Latin, English and can read German. This is great for the worldwide church.
These are just some of the things I have liked and enjoyed so far. I am hopeful he will be a great leader for the church. I am hoping he is for a time such as this.
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