You have found favor with God. (Luke 1:30) https://buff.ly/2kYxlff

Luke’s purpose was, first, to declare that Jesus’ birth was an actual historical event and, second, to illustrate the poverty and anonymity of his birth.

Heavenly God, you gifted us with wonderful examples to guide us in following you. Thank you for the example in St. Joseph.

Joseph was a man who always listened to the voice of God; he was deeply sensitive to his secret will; he was a man attentive to the messages that came to him from the depths of his heart and from on high.

God, help me say yes to you today.

Pray without ceasing. (1 Thessalonians 5:17) https://buff.ly/2Bz8Qzr

The image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, miraculously imprinted on St. Juan Diego’s cloak, speaks a message about life.

Mary, mother of Jesus, teach me to love your son and follow him to our loving Father.

It is as we repent of our sins that we allow the Holy Spirit to remove the clouds from our eyes and show us the glory of the Lord.

He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit. (Mark 1:8) https://buff.ly/2nIJmKn