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VM270 (2004-52) December 24, 2004
JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON
From:
John Pacheco
Subject:
Christmas Greetings
Greetings
everyone,
I
want to personally wish everyone a holy and glorious Christmas. Needless
to say that we are living in both perilous but exhilarating times where God is
pruning the Church to make it great again. Faithful Catholics who take up
the challenge can be the foundation of something great and momentous in Church
history. We can begin to build up the Church again. Everyone has a
part to play. From prayer to action, we need all hands on deck to work for
the Kingdom. God has something great planned for us. We need only
have hope to ensure its success. From cultural sterility and death, God is
raising up the Church again.
Let's
make this Christmas a celebration of not only the Word made Flesh, but also the
rebirth of the Church militant.
Bring
it on. Peace of Jesus Christ + John Pacheco catholic-legate.com
From:
michel macdonald
Hi
Jim,
Could
you post this on VM?
From
Michel and Jeanette MacDonald.
We
would like to thank all those who have been praying for us. Michel
successfully defended his licentiate thesis on December 9. The licentiate
in sacred theology allows him to teach in a Catholic seminary. He will be
teaching two courses in moral theology to the Companions of the Cross, this
semester, as well as an evening course at the Dominican college. Please
continue to keep our family in your prayers as Michel pursues his doctoral
studies. Have a blessed Christmas.
Thanks
Jim. ... Michel
This week - in her "reflections" page, Cindy shares with us about spyware.
Graham will provide us with EWTN's January schedule.
The
Companions of the Cross Scripture Study Mini-Conference "The Word of
God, Living and Active"
Friday
Feb 4th 7:00pm to 9:30 pm
Saturday
Feb 5th 8:30 to 5:00pm
YOUTHFEST
7:00 pm
$45.00
per person (Catered Lunch included)
Tudor
Inn Bowesville Road
Contact Mary Lauzon by email at marylauzon@virtualministry.com
From:
PHIL POTHIER
and
I have always been BIG Mike Warnke fans, then there was "that"
scandal, which I know nothing about, but I do know that they discuss it on their
site, which is the
SITE
of the WEEK: http://www.mikewarnke.org/
Hey
Everybody!
Well,
I'm finally off the road for 2004. It's been a good year but I am glad to
be home. Now that I have some time, I wanted to use some of it to wish you
all a VERY BLESSED Christmas.
I'd
like to remind you that we are now able to take your product orders on your VISA
or MASTERCARD. You are just in time to get that unsaved friend or family
member "just the right thing" to laugh them into the Kingdom!
Remember,
also, our "Spirit and the Word Conference" in February. This
special
time with the Lord will be held in Atlanta and the dates are the 25th, 26th and
27th. Susan and I believe we have received divine direction for this
conference specifically. Make plans NOW to attend. You will not want
to miss this life changing event! Details can be found on the web site.
Once
again, may you and yours experience all of God's best this Holy season. Susan
sends her best. Thank you for your love, your prayers and your support.
Grace
and Peace, Mike Warnke
From:
United Mothers
Subject: Angelicum/United Mothers Bulletin
UNITED MOTHERS, FATHERS, & FRIENDS NEWSLETTER
1) VICTORY UPDATE
2) MARRIAGE CAMPAIGN - Get Ready!
3) ARTICLES ON MARRIAGE - Get Informed
4) WAR ON P*RNOGRAPHY - Tip of the Week: Family Internet Safety Contract
5) ISP BYLAW VOLUNTEERS - Updated Toolkit Now Available
Let me know / if you are not on the mailing list and would like any of the above mentioned updates
Do
you know about Zenit's annual subscription campaign?
From:
ZENIT
Dear
Friend: Many people would love to receive a subscription to ZENIT this
Christmas or New Year's. We have a few suggestions. And they might help
you to win a trip to Jerusalem!
To
A Keeper,
One
day someone's husband died, and on that clear, cold morning, in the
warmth
of their bedroom, the wife was struck with the pain of learning that sometimes
there isn't any more. No more hugs, no more special moments to celebrate
together, no more phone calls just to chat, no more "just one minute."
Sometimes, what we care about the most gets all used up and goes away. Never to
return before we can say good-bye, say "I love you."
So
while we have it . . . its best we love it . . . and care for it. And fix it
when it's broken... and heal it when it's sick. This is true for marriage... and
old cars... and children with bad report cards and dogs with bad hips and aging
parents and grandparents. We keep them because they are worth it, because we are
worth it.
Some
things we keep -- like a best friend who moved away or a classmate we grew up
with. There are just some things that make us happy, no matter what.
Life
is important, like people we know who are special . . . and so, we
Keep
them close! … You're a Keeper!
Once again I encourage you to go to VM Lighterside {up above} for a couple of very nice Christmas Blessings!
JAMES 1:17