[JOYnet] Re: thanks for the prayers
Friends, i just wanted to say thank you for all your prayers for the Retreat here in Chicago and i know without a doubt your prayers helped contribute to the success of the retreat!!! this last weekend was just an amazing experience of the showering of much blessings, grace, peace and joy the magnitude in attendance was tremendous!!! the HOLY SPIRIT was on FIRE!!! Fr. Valooran, Glen and Teresa were just such powerful instruments of GOD and we felt so blessed and anointed to be in their presence!!! the proclamation of the WORD of GOD was powerful and the healing service was annointed time where many hearts were converted, inner wounds mended, and the person was made whole with all emptiness filled!!! Praise GOD!!! Luv n Prayers, Bincy :=) Chicago _ Add photos to your messages with MSN 8. Get 2 months FREE*. http://join.msn.com/?page=features/featuredemail === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
[JOYnet] Why did Jesus Lived a life of utmost poverty?
Dear Friends, Jesus lived His entire life in total detachment from all material goods. >From His childhood to His death, He lived life of utmost poverty. At the time of His birth, the world did not recognize Him as Messiah or as the Savior the way the three Magi did. He found no welcome even in a simple inn. He chooses to be born in a manger to show us the supreme value of poverty and humility. When Jesus reached manhood, His state did not change. He was so poor threat He did not even have a place where He could lay His head. He sent His apostles to preach in far places without extra cloths or even a purse but only the Word that God speaks. Even at the brink of death Jesus last earthly possession was taken away from Him by soldiers who used it to cast lots. The poverty of Jesus was perfect and complete yet it was not a cult of squalid, the mean or the unloved. His poverty was not the poverty of mere rags and utter wretchedness. He showed us that nothing in the world could enhance or increase His glory. Jesus poverty was simply a magnificent independence from created things in order to show us that true greatness does not lie in materialism. True value comes from within. He knows that man cannot be exalted, ennobled or elevated by what can be given enrich the soul. Hence, Christs contempt for material goods proves His high esteem for heavenly treasures. Facing his detractors at the Tribunal, Jesus answered My Kingdom is mot of this world (Jn: 18:16) Let us not have ambitions of the devil to become like God, to have possessions over the universe, to be above everyone else. Let is follow Christ who made Himself a poor servant. The devil tempts us unceasingly to become superfluous. We must then remain steadfast for as the Holy Father point out, poverty is the guardian of virtues. It preserves mortification, humility, detachment from creatures and above all interior recollection We ought to remember that Our Lord has done His part. He has gone ahead to prepare a place for us. Now, we must work, pray and live in virtue in order to merit Heaven. Heaven is meant for all of us. But because of our wrong choices (our sinful nature) we run the risk of depriving ourselves of the wonderful privilege. We give in to worldly suggestions and we lose sight of our goal. (Fr. Bing Arellano) Bensilal Chacko DE, USA. War on Iraq. See latest update. News, views and more === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
Re.: [JOYnet] Remember The Duck
Dear brothers & sisters in Christ, I find that many of us are sending inspirational stories to Joynet. This is fine, but there are cases when the same story is sent to Joynet again and again by different people. Please before sending any such forwards to Joynet, check whether the same has been sent earlier. This will help to maintain lower traffic of mails. Love Johnson === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
[JOYnet] Diesel-day and the Lottery ticket to a Christian
Dear JY , I want to know how much of help is a 'Lottery ticket' to a young Christian. Each week, as I frequent a major diesel filling bunk, some poor lottery-boys approach me. I never buy lottery. But I dismount from my vehicle and love to watch how all those long distant and wind beaten lorry drivers purchase lotteries. They buy with passion. Drivers kiss the tickets and pray for a prize. I see some drivers place tickets on their forehead and slip them into that special lottery-compartment in there purse. Frankly, I leave the bunk with some philosophical notes in my head, " Can't I not help the lottery-boy by buying a ticket ?" , " Should I give God an easy chance to help me?", "Is Lottery a God-helping avenue?", "Is Lottery a mild form of gambling?". "IF I give a part of my prize to Christian mission works, will it be okay with Lottery?" (A friend of mine gave away 50% of his lottery price to his local parish and that was really good of him !! ) Speeding away from the bunk, I forget all about lottery and save those questions for the coming week and for another diesel-day. I never am tormented by lottery sellers elsewhere and those philosophical notes never storm my brain for another week. I want to ask most JY friends what they feel about Lotto and the Lottery culture. Bonded in His Love abbyabraham === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
[JOYnet] pl pray - Parents retreat
Hai Joynetters, MArian College Kuttikkanam is getting ready for a venture of its kind. A retreat for the parents of the students of Marian college. It is in the HOly week from 14th to 17th. And all the sessions will be taken by the teachers from the college itself. We have quite a few JYs here. You'll know about them. I am requesting your prayers for the retreat. Your in Christ Joseph/Marian College Kuttikkanam/Kerala _ Chat now. Chat this instant. http://messenger.msn.co.in/ Get MSN Messenger === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
[JOYnet] TODAY`S SAINT........BENJAMIN
31ST MARCH 2003 ST BENJAMIN MARTYAR (---424) LIFE: It was the fifth century and Yezdegerd, son of Sapor III, was ruling Persia. There was little persecution of Christians during this time, however, a Christian Bishop named Abdas changed that. Abdas, in his zeal and out of righteous anger toward idolatry, burned the Temple of Fire, the sacred sanctuary of the Persians. This act infuriated King Yezdegerd and he declared that Bishop Abdas would either rebuild the Persian Temple or the king would burn all the Christian churches. When Abdas refused to obey the Kings command, he carried out his order and had all the Christian churches utterly destroyed. Abdas was put to death and a great persecution of Christians in Persia began which lasted for the next forty years. Even though Yezdegerd died in 421, his son, Varanes continued the persecution. Under the reign of this ruler, Christians were subject to heinous and cruel torture. One Christian who was living during this time was Benjamin. Benjamin was a Deacon who was serving time in prison for openly declaring his Christian faith. He had been in prison for a year when an ambassador of the Emperor of Constantinople was able to secure his release. The condition of his release, however, was that he would not speak about his faith. Apparently the ambassador consented to this condition on Benjamins behalf in order to obtain his release, but Benjamin was not about to be silenced. He said it was his duty to evangelize and tell others about Christ and there was no way he would be quiet. Therefore, he continued his preaching and was again arrested and brought before King Varanes. This evil King ordered that reeds be pushed under his fingernails and in other areas of his body to inflict great pain and then pulled out. This cruel procedure was repeated many times. He was then impaled by thrusting a long stake into his bowels up through his body, ripping throu! gh vital organs. Thus, Benjamin became a martyr for his Christian faith in the year 424. REFLECTION: **When the Church keeps the memorials of martyrs and other saints during the annual cycle, she proclaims the Paschal mystery in those "who have suffered and have been glorified with Christ. She proposes them to the faithful as examples who draw all men to the Father through Christ, and through their merits she begs for God's favors." (1173-catechism of catholic church) **O Jesus ! Who for love of me, Didst bear Thy Cross to Calvary ; In Thy sweet mercy grant to me To suffer & die with Thee...** S.THOMAS NOTTINGHAM ENGLAND - Yahoo! Mail - For a better Internet experience === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
[JOYnet] Remember The Duck
Remember The Duck = Author Unknown There was a little boy visiting his grandparents on their farm. And he was given a slingshot to play without in the woods. he practiced in the woods, but he could never hit the target. And getting a little discouraged; he headed back to dinner. As he was walking back he saw Grandma's pet duck. Just out of impulse, he let fly, hit the duck square in the head, and killed it. He was shocked and grieved. In a panic, he hid the dead duck in the woodpile, only to see his sister watching. Sally had seen it all, but she said nothing. After lunch that day Grandma said, "Sally, let's wash the dishes." But Sally said, "Grandma, Johnny told me he wanted to help in the kitchen today, didn't you Johnny?" And then she whispered to him, "Remember, the duck?" So Johnny did the dishes. Later Grandpa asked if the children wanted to go fishing, and Grandma said, "I'm sorry but I need Sally to help make supper." But Sally smiled and said, "Well, that's all right because Johnny told me he wanted to help." And she whispered again, "Remember, the duck?" So Sally went fishing and Johnny stayed. After several days of Johnny doing both his chores and Sally's, he finally couldn't stand it any longer. He came to Grandma and confessed that he killed the duck. She knelt down, gave him a hug, and said, "Sweetheart, I know. You see, I was standing at the window and I saw the whole thing. But because I love you, I forgave you. But I was just wondering how long would you let Sally make a slave of you." I don't know what's in your past. I don't know what one sin the enemy keeps throwing up in your face. But whatever it is, I want you to know something. Jesus Christ was standing at the window. And He saw the whole thing. But because He loves you, He has forgiven you. Perhaps He's wondering how long you'll let the enemy make a slave out of you. The great thing about God is that He not only forgives, but He forgets!!! ___ Odomos - the only mosquito protection outside 4 walls - Click here to know more! http://r.rediff.com/r?http://clients.rediff.com/odomos/Odomos.htm&&odomos&&wn === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
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[JOYnet] Praise the Lord!!!!
My Dear Family, I don't have words to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and everyone of you I know, you all were there before Jesus & Mary, praying for Reena, for our child in heaven and for me. Only because of your prayers Reena is alive now! When Sibi asked for your prayer support, Reena was in a very critical condition. It was a rare case of pulmonary embolism followed by septisemia !!! on 4th March, she had a regular check-up with our gynac and everything was normal. And planning for a cesarean on 20th. on 5th, by 3.00 pm i got a call from home telling that Reena has a breathing trouble. I rushed immediately and we took her to hospital by 4.00. There the doctor checked her and informed us that there is no problem with baby and reena. She told us that the trouble was because of gas. We left the clinic with some medicines for gas. But just after supper, again she started with breathing trouble and we thought that its because of gas and we waited till morning..at that time our baby was taking its last breaths... In the morning by 5.30 we left for the physician. He could guess some problem and he told us to rush to nearest hospital. Before we reaching there, he had informed the hospital and there everything was ready for us. Immediately they gave oxygen and all and started various diagnosis. Then shifted her to ICU and by 7.00 pm there formed a group of doctors from cardiologist to haematologist. They started an hour long discussion and day before yesterday only I came to know that the dicussion was taken place because nobody was ready to take charge of that critical situation. Then one doctor Dr. Mehul Shah became very angry with all the other doctors and agreed to take the responsibility in case anything go wrong and instruct them to do the operation quickly and remove the toxic parts. The gynac, after two hour long operation, told very sorry to us with tears in her eyes and I was totally responseless alongwith others. After operation, told me its critical for 48 hours and after 48 hours agains 48 hours. After 5 days only body was responding to antibiotics and upto that very moment all the doctors were telling me to pray,pray and pray to God. During those 5 days I was playing a double role. In ICU doctors were telling me the real fact, and outside ICU I was informing my mother-in-law that everything is normal. That also with a smile on my face..because she was a BP patient and had already collapsed for 3 times. After 6 days, she was improving slowly. When she becase concious, she started to enquire about the baby and I told her its in inqubator since its a premature one. The gynac also personally told her that the child is under her observation. Reena was absolutely doubtless because of these words and she was eagerly waiting to see her baby. After 10 days in ICU, she was shifted to the ward. With the help of a psychiatrist, i could tell all the story to herbefore we leaving the hospital. Now she is alright. Taking bed rest and reciting rosaries... All of you, once again join with me to Praise and Glorify our Lord Almighty because Reena is alive now..and she could accept the fact that her baby is in the lap of the Father Thank you very much BIJU.V.SEBASTIAN --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.368 / Virus Database: 204 - Release Date: 5/29/02 === This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. For more info on the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to the list visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet/join In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ===
