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ST. JUDE WITH JOEY, Ansonia, CT (2026)

06/02/2026

June 2, 2026

Praise the Lord, O my soul. O Lord my God, you are very great; you are clothed with splendor and majesty. He wraps himself in light as with a garment; he stretches out the heavens like a tent. Psalm 104:1–2

Lord our God, our Father in heaven, with all our hearts we want to thank you for giving us joy on earth and for sending us your radiant light from heaven. We praise you for the light you give our hearts, the light that lets us find great joy together because we become one in you, one in your Spirit, one in awaiting your promised good. Grant that we may be your children. May we always find the paths where you can go with us and give us what we cannot give ourselves. May our whole life glorify you and our every breath belong to you. Through communion with you may we remain in your safekeeping in body, soul, and spirit. For all you have done and for all you will do for us, we ask you to accept our thanks. This prayer reflects gratitude for God’s greatness, His light, and the unity believers find in Him. It calls for a life dedicated to Him, with every breath and action glorifying Him, and asks for His protection in body, soul, and spirit. Amen.

06/01/2026

June 1, 2026
For the bread of God is he who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world. John 6:33
Dear Father in heaven, in your Word we trust, in your Word of eternal life, given us in Jesus Christ our Savior. We build on this Word of life in these days when it seems that everything is losing strength and value, and yet there is so much longing in people’s hearts. You will not let our hope be disappointed. What you have spoken must be fulfilled. What is promised in Jesus Christ must come into being, not only for a few but for the whole world, for which he died and was raised from the dead. Be with us. Keep us so fully alive that our lives reflect all the goodness we are allowed to experience and we overcome all the evil which tries to attack us. We thank you for calling us to life and for renewing us again and again. May your name be praised among us foreverThe bread of God represents Jesus Himself as the source of life. Unlike physical bread, which temporarily satisfies hunger, Jesus offers eternal spiritual life to those who believe in Him This teaching emphasizes the universality of Christ’s message, showing that His life-giving power is available to the entire world, not just a select group By calling Himself the bread from heaven, Jesus invites believers to seek spiritual fulfillment rather than focusing solely on material needs.. Amen.

05/31/2026

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05/31/2026

"Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits, who prowl through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

05/31/2026

May 31, 2026

As for you, see that what you have heard from the beginning remains in you. If it does, you also will remain in the Son and in the Father. And this is what he promised us – eternal life. 1 John 2:24–25

Lord our God, we want to find our joy in you and in all your promises to us. For you have promised that in the midst of all the pain and sorrow, you are preparing what pleases you and serves your honor in every heart. May we experience in our lives the fulfillment of many of your promises, so that again and again we can go forward joyfully, rising above difficult times and situations. Have mercy on us and protect us in your strength.Meaning and Context
These verses are part of John’s letter to early Christian communities, written to encourage believers to hold fast to the truth of Christ amid false teachings and confusion. John reminds his readers that the message they received from the beginning—the gospel of Jesus Christ—must remain in their hearts and lives. By doing so, they maintain a close relationship with both the Son (Jesus) and the Father (God), which is the foundation of spiritual security and growth
The passage highlights the promise of eternal life as a reward for faithfulness. Eternal life is not only a future hope but also a present reality for those who abide in Christ, reflecting a life aligned with God’s love and light Amen.

05/30/2026

May 30, 2026
Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. 3:Psalm 101–3
Lord our God, O Holy One, we thank you that we may lay aside our own nature and be lifted in spirit above all that is temporal and human and have joy in you. In spite of all the evil surrounding us, in spite of the thousandfold misery of humankind, we may still rejoice in you, in all you do and will yet do for us. Grant that we may go on rejoicing, having joy together, helping instead of burdening each other, until this earth is filled with the jubilation of those you have so richly blest. Forgive us all our sins. Heal us in mind and body. Deliver us from all the corruption that tries to take hold of our souls. Amen

05/29/2026

May 29, 2026
But God’s mercy is so abundant, and his love for us is so great, that while we were spiritually dead in our disobedience he brought us to life with Christ. It is by God’s grace that you have been saved. In our union with Christ Jesus he raised us up with him to rule with him in the heavenly world. Ephesians 2:4–6
Lord our God, we thank you for allowing us to experience your power. We thank you that we need not be occupied with material things only. We thank you that your Spirit comes to our aid again and again. Grant that we may continue to have your help, and let many hearts find what a grace it is that in spirit we may walk in heaven even during this transitory life with all its foolish ways. We may say with complete assurance that everything tormenting and burdening will pass by. It passes by, and we go joyfully and confidently toward your kingdom, which continually gains in power. God’s Love and Mercy
The passage begins with “But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us,” emphasizing a dramatic shift from humanity’s sinful state to divine intervention (Ephesians 2:4). This underscores that salvation is initiated by God’s abundant mercy and unconditional love, not by human effort or merit. Even when people were “dead in trespasses,” God’s love prompted Him to act, demonstrating that His grace is unearned and freely given
Made Alive with Christ
The phrase “made us alive together with Christ” signifies spiritual rebirth and regeneration. Believers transition from spiritual death caused by sin to a new life in Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit. This transformation is a central theme in Christian doctrine, illustrating that salvation is a gift of grace rather than a reward for works.
Raised and Seated with Christ
Ephesians 2:6 states that God “raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.” Being raised with Christ refers to sharing in His resurrection life, while being seated in heavenly places symbolizes a position of honor, authority, and security in God’s presence. Spiritually, believers are united with Christ in His victory over sin and death, sharing in His triumph and co-heir status in the kingdom of God. This position also conveys rest, assurance, and empowerment to live out faith in daily life; Romans 6:4 Amen

05/28/2026

May 28, 2026

You are all children of the light and children of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness. So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be awake and sober. 1 Thessalonians 5:5–6

Dear Father in heaven, we thank you that we may be your children. We thank you that through your Spirit our hearts may know that we are your children. Even when everything around us becomes difficult and we are hemmed in by darkness, we remain your children. Even when we often do not see how we are to go on and everything seems to be taken from us, we remain your children. Even when sin and death surround us and accuse us of being in the wrong, we still remain your children. As your children we entrust ourselves to your hands. In our whole life, in all our work and activity, we dwell in what has come from you, and we rejoice in Christ our Savior Children of the Light: Paul emphasizes that Christians belong to God and live in spiritual truth and righteousness, unlike those who live in spiritual darkness or ignorance.
Contrast with the Night: The "night" symbolizes sin, spiritual slumber, and unawareness of God’s purposes. Believers are called to live in the "day," representing vigilance, moral clarity, and readiness.
Awake and Sober: The exhortation to be "awake" and "sober" is both literal and metaphorical. Spiritually, it means being alert to God’s will, resisting temptation, and maintaining self-control. It also implies readiness for the return of Christ, which can come unexpectedly.
Amen.

05/27/2026

May 27, 2026
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. 2 Corinthians 13:14
Lord our God, our Father in heaven, we thank you for letting us receive so much that is good in all circumstances on earth. We thank you that we can have joy in life in spite of our shortcomings, mistakes, and worries. You bless us with heavenly gifts, so that rejoicing, we can walk on earth as if in heaven. Keep the gifts of your Spirit alive in us. Keep alive in us everything that Jesus Christ was, everything he is, and everything he will be on earth for all people. It serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of these elements in the life of a believer. Amen

05/26/2026

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3

Dear Father in heaven, we thank you for wanting to give us happiness and for holding our earthly life firmly in your hands. May we have the confidence that we are in your hands. Grant us the light of faith. Let this light of faith guide us in material things and help us to wait in patience until the doors open for us to pass through according to your pleasure. So bless us all. Bless our life. May we grow joyful and free of heart through all that Jesus Christ gives. On the foundation he establishes for us may your divine working, your fatherly love, lift and support us throughout our lives Blessed: The term indicates a state of divine favor or spiritual well-being, not merely happiness. It points to being in the right relationship with God and aligned with His purposes.
Poor in Spirit: This refers to acknowledging spiritual bankruptcy and the need for God’s grace. Such individuals understand they cannot earn their place in God’s kingdom through their own merit .
Kingdom of Heaven: Jesus promises that those who are poor in spirit already belong to God’s kingdom. This highlights that humility and dependence on God are prerequisites for entering and experiencing the blessings of His reign
Amen.

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