Get our FREE JesuitPrayer App.
Apple  Android 

March 05, 2016

Lk 18: 9-14

He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people: thieves, rogues, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I give a tenth of all my income.’ But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even look up to heaven, but was beating his breast and saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other; for all who exalt themselves will be humbled, but all who humble themselves will be exalted.” New Revised Standard Version, copyright 1989, by the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. USCCB approved.

Humble Service

There was a man in our parish who was 75+ years old. He served the parish as a sacristan. He was also the driving force behind creating and organizing our parish block party, our Lenten fish fry, and our annual parish retreat. He never waved a flag -- “Look what I have done or what I am involved with.” He just did it. Even after his passing we learned about other works he was involved with -- prison ministry, food banks, and so forth. He also became more involved as a father and grandfather after his wife had died. And did I mention a World War II veteran? He never waved a flag. This man was one of the most spiritual, strong, and classy men I have ever met. His everyday example helped many others keep the faith during difficult and faith-testing times. He never waved a flag -- he just did it! “He who exalts himself will be humbled; he who humbles himself will be exalted.”  I miss you, Bob! —Bill Burke has been a member of the Midwest Jesuit advancement team for three years; he is currently on a leave of absence.

Prayer

Oh God, I wish from now on to become more conscious of all that the world loves, pursues, and suffers. I want to be the first to seek, to sympathize, and to suffer; the first to unfold and sacrifice myself: to become more widely human and more nobly of the earth than any of the world’s servants. —Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, S.J.
Please share the Good Word with your friends!

Welcome to JesuitPrayer.org

Ignatian spirituality reminds us that God pursues us in the routines of our home and work life, and in the hopes and fears of life's challenges. The founder of the Jesuits, Saint Ignatius of Loyola, created the Spiritual Exercises to deepen our relationship with Christ and to move our contemplation into service. May this prayer site anchor your day and strengthen your resolve to remember what truly matters.

(more about this site)



    Visit our
Social Media
   

My Candles

candle

Jesuit Prayer is pleased to offer candles for special occasions such as “Remembrance, joys, sorrows, anniversaries, and special intentions.” Proceeds help keep Jesuit Prayer free for all users.

REGISTER your free account to get started, and you'll get a free 30 days candle just for signing up.

LOGIN to access your candles

CLICK HERE for help with candles

Make a Donation


It is through the generosity of our benefactors that we are able to offer JesuitPrayer.org free of charge.

Would you consider a donation?

Archives

SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
   1234
262728293031 
       
   1234
262728    
       
  12345
2728     
       
28      
       
      1
       
     12
       
      1
30      
    123
25262728   
       
   1234
262728    
       
   1234
567891011
12131415161718
       
       
       
      1
       
293031    
       
     12
3456789
10111213141516
31      
     12
3456789
10111213141516
17181920212223
24252627282930
       

March 05, 2016

Lk 18: 9-14

He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people: thieves, rogues, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I give a tenth of all my income.’ But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even look up to heaven, but was beating his breast and saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other; for all who exalt themselves will be humbled, but all who humble themselves will be exalted.” New Revised Standard Version, copyright 1989, by the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. USCCB approved.

Humble Service

There was a man in our parish who was 75+ years old. He served the parish as a sacristan. He was also the driving force behind creating and organizing our parish block party, our Lenten fish fry, and our annual parish retreat. He never waved a flag -- “Look what I have done or what I am involved with.” He just did it. Even after his passing we learned about other works he was involved with -- prison ministry, food banks, and so forth. He also became more involved as a father and grandfather after his wife had died. And did I mention a World War II veteran? He never waved a flag. This man was one of the most spiritual, strong, and classy men I have ever met. His everyday example helped many others keep the faith during difficult and faith-testing times. He never waved a flag -- he just did it! “He who exalts himself will be humbled; he who humbles himself will be exalted.”  I miss you, Bob! —Bill Burke has been a member of the Midwest Jesuit advancement team for three years; he is currently on a leave of absence.

Prayer

Oh God, I wish from now on to become more conscious of all that the world loves, pursues, and suffers. I want to be the first to seek, to sympathize, and to suffer; the first to unfold and sacrifice myself: to become more widely human and more nobly of the earth than any of the world’s servants. —Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, S.J.
Please share the Good Word with your friends!

Use this feature to hide the Candles that you dont wish to make public.

You can only view these candles when the "Show Hidden Candles" option is set to YES.

Sorry, there are no refunds on hidden candles.

Hide this Candle
Cancel

7 Day Candle – Blue
$0.99

30 Day Candle – Blue
$2.99

6 Month Candle – Blue
$9.99

First Candle FREE
$2.99

7 Day Candle – Red
$.99

7 Day Candle – Green
$.99

7 Day Candle – Violet
$0.99

7 Day Candle – Yellow
$0.99

30 Day Candle – Red
$2.99

30 Day Candle – Green
$2.99

30 Day Candle – Violet
$2.99

30 Day Candle – Yellow
$2.99

6 Month Candle – Red
$9.99

6 Month Candle Green
$9.99

6 Month Candle – Violet
$9.99

6 Month Candle – Yellow
$9.99

(help)

You are reporting this Candle?

Yes
Cancel