Thursday -- Luke 11:14-23:

Catholics used to believe that non-Christian religions were totally false and not of God. But Vatican II and John Paul II exhorted all to presume that everyone is reaching out for the same God. Today, research a non-Christian religion, or, if you know any non-Christians, ask them to tell you about their religion. Try to get a new perspective on God.

Friday -- Mark 12:28-34:

Jesus and a devoutly religious man discuss the famous Scripture passage about loving God with all your heart, and your neighbor as yourself. What is your favorite Scripture passage? Memorize as much of it as you can and repeat it back to yourself from time to time.

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Be diligent in serving the poor. Love the poor, honor them, my children, as you would honor Christ Himself.

- Saint Louise de Marillac (1591-1660)

The joy of this life is nothing; the joy of the after life is everlasting.

- Blessed William Hart (d. 1583)