23 Sep 2026
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For 23 September 2026, Memorial of Saint Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio), Priest , based on Luke 9:1-6, sent in from Ossining, New York, USA.
(Image is the card from Sr. Connie’s final vows)
Jesus called the twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal. He said to them, ‘Take nothing for your journey, no staff, nor bag, nor bread, nor money—not even an extra tunic. Whatever house you enter, stay there, and leave from there. Wherever they do not welcome you, as you are leaving that town shake the dust off your feet as a testimony against them.’ They departed and went through the villages, bringing the good news and curing diseases everywhere.
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.
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23 September 2026 @ 10:23 pm
Love it, Connie!
24 September 2026 @ 12:24 am
Thanks, Connie! I can certainly relate to your words today!
24 September 2026 @ 1:48 am
Thank you Connie for your preaching! We are asked to give all- and in our human vulnerability to trust in God’s transformative love. Only God can give us the courage that is required!
24 September 2026 @ 1:51 am
Connie, beautiful reflection! Thank you for bringing the challenge of this gospel back to its true meaning – not me but God!
24 September 2026 @ 2:36 am
Loved the touch of humor around this radical message ! It helps to lead us to the true perspective that trust in the One who promised to be with us always will be true to the promise and provide the grace we need to live the message. Thanks, Connie.
24 September 2026 @ 3:39 am
Thank you, Connie, for your presentation of the journey by Padre Pio.
Marianne
24 September 2026 @ 3:56 am
It was wonderful to reflect on God’s absolute love for us and to hear again that’s all we really need. In this busy world with so many things surrounding us, it’s hard to imagine stepping forward with absolutely nothing except for our love of Christ Sr Connie, your message, helps make it clearer. As we draw close to our God in prayer, we do get strength and support to move on and hear Christ’s message more clearly. Thank you
24 September 2026 @ 5:38 am
Thank you Connie. As always you gave me words to ponder