Jacqueline R. Mendoza Poet Free verse

The Price of Faith 11122011

… WHAT YOUR CHILDREN MIGHT BE PRESERVED UNHARMED WISDOM 19:5

MY FATHER’S FAMILY left Russia in 1917
At the urging of their parish priest
“If you want to keep your children safe in the faith
Go to America!”

German-Speaking Russians
Soon afterward their 13 year old daughter
Margaret had been raised in the Church
The Family continued to trust in God

Today we honor St. Josaphat, patron of the Ukraine
He was a man who loved his country
Loved his Church even more
Speaking courageously about unity with Rome at a time of schism and division
His bold stand eventually cost him his life

St. Josaphat
Like Margaret’s family, reminds us 
That trust in God
Is the only source of true safety

Readings 
Gospel
Wisdom 18:14-16; 19:6-9 * Psalm 10:2-3, 36-37, 42-43
Luke 18:1-8

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Jacqueline R. Mendoza November 12, 2011 at 10:38 PM Ms. Linda thank you... Master Christ informed me He say things in Parables, He ordered me to say things in poetry so the LIVING FAITH Daily Catholic Reflections, I'm turning it into poetry. I thought all people should know because we are suppose to be Universal, under His only Catholic Church. You know I'm editing my forthcoming book "I AM THE LIVING PROOF- Jacqueline's Life, Purpose and Parables" I have a poem for that titled "About the book" and about me is "About the Author"

Poet Destroyer A November 12, 2011 at 8:17 PM J.M., a very great message..... Enjoyed your poem~ Thank you for sharing. Have yourself a wonderful night.. Take care ;-) ..LINDA