Reflection Questions

• What am I truly feeling right now? Often, anger or frustration masks deeper feelings like hurt, exhaustion, or feeling unappreciated.
• Am I trying to be right, or am I trying to be understood? Assess whether the goal is constructive collaboration or "winning" the argument.
• How did I contribute to the escalation? Consider whether you used a harsh tone, interrupted, or made assumptions about the other person's intentions.
• Is this argument worth having? Ask yourself if the issue will matter next year, or if your energy is better spent elsewhere.

(AI Gen)

* By escaping world corruption, we partake in the divine nature. What specific "evil desires" or worldly distractions are actively hindering you from reflecting God's nature today?

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What one spiritual habit can I commit myself to practice each day ?

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Research shows that the types of questions you ask yourself during reflection make a massive difference.

• Ask "What" instead of "Why": Asking "Why am I feeling this way?" can lead to overthinking, rumination, and self-blame. Instead, ask "What specifically triggered this feeling?" or "What steps can I take to handle this?".
• Journaling and Meditation: Regular mindfulness practices create the mental space needed to observe your inner processes without judgment.
• Solitude: Disconnecting from daily distractions allows your mind to settle and process your experiences

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• In what areas of your life (time, finances, relationships) are you acting like the rightful owner rather than a tenant entrusted with God’s gifts?
• Where might you be resisting Jesus' authority in order to maintain control or avoid accountability?

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1. Is my parish community/ home real houses of worship where 1 Peter 4: 7-11 comes alive? What is my role here and what steps am I taking to contribute to this spirit?

2. In what ways am I being actively engaged in service and worship, both in the Church and my home

Reflection Questions:

• When Bartimaeus began to shout, the crowd rebuked him and told him to be quiet. What "crowds" or external voices in your life pressure you to stay silent or back down when you are seeking God?
• Instead of quieting down, Bartimaeus shouted all the louder. How does your faith respond when you face obstacles or resistance in prayer?
• How does it make you feel to know that Jesus stopped in the middle of a busy journey to address Bartimaeus's cries?

AI generated

Activity :

1. Draw out your family tree to the 4th generation and give each one names. Take turns in praying for each one.

(Purchase the Book Devotion to the Holy Souls in Purgatory -easily available online for a reasonable price)

2. Today, take some time to enter this road to Jerusalem with Jesus. What would you like to discuss with Jesus - your fears, your anxieties, your doubts etc. Talk to the Lord about this.

Reflection Questions:

1. In what ways do I need to change my attitude towards suffering in my life? How open am I to accepting my daily crosses?

2. Speak to the Holy Spirit of your fears and allow Him to speak into your life on the blessings that come with suffering

Reflection Questions:

• Where do I see the Holy Spirit moving in my life today compared to this time last year?
• What is one concrete way I can be a blessing to others this week using my unique gifts?

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Reflection

• Which of the 12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit (e.g., patience, peace, joy) do I see most actively operating in my life right now?
• Which fruit do I feel I am currently lacking, and what is one concrete way I can invite the Holy Spirit to cultivate it in me today?

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