9 Nov 2019
Stillness with a Good Book
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For 9 November 2019, Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, based on Psalm 46
 God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change,
though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea;
though its waters roar and foam,
though the mountains tremble with its tumult. Selah
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  There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
the holy habitation of the Most High.
God is in the midst of the city; it shall not be moved;
God will help it when the morning dawns.
The nations are in an uproar, the kingdoms totter;
he utters his voice, the earth melts.
The LORD of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah
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  Come, behold the works of the LORD;
see what desolations he has brought on the earth.
He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
he breaks the bow, and shatters the spear;
he burns the shields with fire.
“Be still, and know that I am God!
I am exalted among the nations,
I am exalted in the earth.â€
The LORD of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah
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Scripture passage from the New Revised Standard Version Bible: Catholic Edition, copyright 1989, 1993, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
10 November 2019 @ 8:21 am
This reflection from Deborah was very powerful. It was real, challenging, and able to be put into ones daily life after reflection. I found it most helpful and wish to thank her and hope to hear from her again very soon.
12 November 2019 @ 7:13 am
The real deal; right on. Peace is found in the midst of turmoil; Deborah’s insight is so helpful, thank you Deborah. Amen
12 November 2019 @ 8:53 am
Sr. Jan, I am so delighted that this preaching spoke to you. It’s definitely a lesson that I’m working on myself!
12 November 2019 @ 8:56 am
As long-married spouses, we both know what it’s like to seek peace in turmoil!