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Posted on August 14, 2026July 8, 2026

The aim of Holy Cross is to work, not only at one’s own salvation, but also at the holiness of others by ministering to them.

path through hilly fields

How might your life’s actions today act as a prayer to God?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on August 2, 2026July 8, 2026

Politeness finds it source in the sentiments of faith which make us respect God and the creatures made in God’s likeness.

As Jesus was fully human, what feelings might you mutually share with him as you reflect upon today’s reading?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on August 1, 2026July 8, 2026

When we are successful we should refer it to God; when we are unsuccessful we should not be discouraged or trouble ourselves about it.

rose window ruins

How has God used your weaknesses to proclaim the message of God?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on July 31, 2026July 8, 2026

With charity, good intentions must be assumed and whatever tends to put others in a good light must be received with eagerness.

squirrel laying on deck

Reflect on the text. What does it say to your experience?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on July 30, 2026July 8, 2026

Charity is not selfish, so we always act toward others with a wholly Christian affection and with no expectation for a return of service.

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Reflect on the text and image. What can you take away for your life and ministry/work today?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on July 29, 2026July 8, 2026

Charity is forgiving, so if we offend anyone by word or action, we do not let the day end without asking their pardon and making amends.

sunset over the Rockies

Where is there room for reconciliation in your life with others or with yourself?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on July 28, 2026July 8, 2026

Charity is kind, so we are honest, considerate, pleasant, and obliging toward all.

hiking path

In your own life, who is the marginalized person that you encounter daily, and how might the text today impact your encounter with them?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on July 17, 2026July 8, 2026

Our Lord recommended nothing so much to his disciples as mutual charity, which we must practice always, as the second and greatest commandment after that of the love of God.

yellow flower

Spend a moment in silence listening to the words of the text within you.

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on March 4, 2026January 8, 2026

With all possible care and concern, those in administrative positions should nurture union of hearts.

Inca stonework

St. Brother André Bessette, CSC, spent a life of simple hospitality. Reflect upon how you might extend hospitality to someone today who might not otherwise be seen.

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Posted on February 22, 2026January 8, 2026

Strive especially to put on Jesus Christ; it is no longer a matter of learning to become a good Christian, but of becoming an apostolic person.

bike by the ocean

Reflect on the text. How is it affirming/challenging/consoling at this time in your life and ministry?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Rules.

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Blessed Father Moreau was a French priest in the nineteenth century who founded the Congregation of Holy Cross, an order dedicated to educating hearts and minds.

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