Author Archives: Steve Benner

The Conversion of PaulThe conversion of Saul, the zealous Jewish Pharisee of Tarsus, into Paul, the passionate apostle to the Gentiles, occurred on the road to Damascus. Saul was on an expedition to hunt out and arrest all those he could find in the synagogues who believed in Jesus. A blinding light and a voiceContinue reading “Oremus for Tuesday, January 25, 2022”

Francis de SalesFrancis de Sales was the Roman Catholic bishop of Geneva from 1602 until his death twenty years later. Since Geneva was the home base of Calvinist protestantism, Francis never actually presided in the city itself. This left him free to carry out his true vocation, which was to guide and direct individual ChristiansContinue reading “Oremus for Monday, January 24, 2022”

Antiphon 1 Ant. The Spirit of the Lord has filled the whole world, alleluia; and that which contains all things, knows every language spoken by men, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.V. Let God arise; let his foes be scattered. *L et those who hate him flee from his presence.As smoke is driven away, so drive them away;Continue reading “Oremus for Sunday, January 23, 2022”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/3p25j5h5 The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer;my God is my saving strength. Psalm 18 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secrets are hid:Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectly love youand worthily magnify your holy name;throughContinue reading “Oremus for Saturday, January 22, 2022”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/4m8ka32t I will sing to the Lord who has been bountiful with me,sing psalms to the name of the Lord Most High. Psalm 13 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secrets are hid:Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectly loveContinue reading “Oremus for Friday, January 21, 2022”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/n8f3hdcf All that you have done to us, O Lord,you have done with true judgment,for we have sinned against youand not obeyed your commandments.But give glory to your nameand deal with us according to the bounty of your mercy. Daniel 3 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secretsContinue reading “Oremus for Thursday, January 20, 2022”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/w94vju7 Remember your word to your servant, O Lord,by which you have given me hope.This is my comfort when I am brought low. Psalm 119 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secrets are hid:Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectlyContinue reading “Oremus for Wednesday, January 19, 2022”

Confession of PeterWhen Simon Bar-Jona confessed, “You are the Christ,” Jesus responded, “You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church.” This rough fisherman and his brother Andrew were the first disciples called by Jesus. Peter figures prominently in the Gospels, often stumbling, impetuous, intense, and uncouth. It was Peter who attemptedContinue reading “Oremus for Tuesday, January 18, 2022”

AntonyBorn in about the year 251, Antony heard the gospel message, “If you would be perfect, go, sell your possessions, and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me.” He was twenty years old and rich, following the death of his parents, but he did asContinue reading “Oremus for Monday, January 17, 2022”

Antiphon 1 Ant. Let all the earth worship you and praise you, O God;*may it sing in praise of your name, O Most High.V. Cry out with joy to God, all the earth; *O sing to the glory of his name.O render him glorious praise. *Say to God, “How awesome your deeds! Psalm 66 AlmightyContinue reading “Oremus for Sunday, January 16, 2022”