Posts By: Mr. Santi Rodriguez, S.J.

Christ Upon the Waters: Heeding the Call to Take Heart!

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Grace: To know Jesus, who calms our storms and invites us to collaborate on his work, that others may know that he is our shepherd. Text for Prayer: Matthew 14:22-33 Reflection: One of my favourite films is P. T. Anderson’s Magnolia. In this film, there is a scene where it rains frogs. It is a powerful… Read more »

The Baptism of the Lord: The Way of Compassion

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Grace: For an intimate knowledge of Jesus Christ our Lord who chose to be like us in every way except sin. To be moved with compassion for those in need. Text of Prayer: Matthew 3:11-17 Reflection: Speaking about the Baptism of Jesus, Maximus of Turin, one of the Church Fathers said: “What sort of a baptism… Read more »

The Dawning Realization: The First Message of the King

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Grace: To have an heartfelt knowledge of the Lord, who is the Son of God and my brother. That I may love him and following in the service of the Kingdom Text for Prayer: Luke 2:41-52 Reflection: A great book or film, invites us to consider the life of character who is searching for purpose and… Read more »

The Journey from Prodigality to Gratitude, Freedom and Love

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Grace: To have a heartfelt knowledge of God’s unconditional love for me and that I may find the spiritual freedom to love him in return. Text for Prayer: Lk 15:11-32 Late have I loved you, O Beauty ever ancient, ever new, late have I loved you! You were within me, but I was outside, and… Read more »

The Premature Burial: The Effects of Sin in Our Lives

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Grace: Ask for a healthy sense of shame before God as I consider the effects of sin in my life. Text for Prayer: Romans 5:1-11 Reflection: There are two aspects we need to examine as we ask for a deep-felt knowledge of the consequences of sin in our lives. First, this meditation is an opportunity to… Read more »