Some days we feel sad and maybe alone. It might be one of the most amazing things of all, but God can bring good from anything! It might be the cure we hoped for, or the exact thing we wanted. But because God so loves us, and is always with us, God can work a new good from any suffering we face..
This prayer is from Fr. Joe and Big Al, in a book called Sometimes Life is Just Not Fair. Often, the new good the the Holy Spirit brings about is inside us. Sometimes it is in the difficult days that we let ourselves be more open to Love, and to becoming more like God. Many people will tell you that the suffering they experienced helped them understand more how to care for others who are sad or hurting. And certainly WE are often part of the answer to someone else's prayer.
So Many Things Are Different Now
Loving Father, hear my prayer.
I don’t know what to do.
Many things are different now.
I really do need You.
So much is sad and scary.
I don’t like this at all.
You ask me to be brave, dear God,
But what I feel is small.
I know You don’t fix everything
Or keep all harm away.
Instead, I know You help us, God:
You help us find a way.
When life is hard You hold us close.
You work through others, too.
Things might not be the way they were,
But you make something new.
by Fr. Joe and Big Al
Sometimes Life is Just Not Fair, Copyright 2013, Gospel Values
If you have special intentions to pray for, Fr. Joe and the Gospel Values community would like to join you in prayer.
Fr. Joe's books make great gifts for all occasions. Here are few good gift ideas for you. Baptism or a NEW baby in the family?
Check out FAITH FILLED LULLABIES.
What about First Communion?
DON'T DRINK THE HOLY WATER talks about all the Sacraments and the enchanting images will delight children of all ages.
YOU WANT ME TO BE GOOD ALL DAY? makes a super gift for birthdays, first day of school (or the 2nd or 3rd day...), and Christmas. Why not create a package of two or more books for the whole family? Fr. Joe's classic book on grieving, N0 ONE CRIES THE WRONG WAY, will be appreciate for those who have recently suffered a loss.
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Children of all ages send Fr. Joe questions. Maybe you have questions, too. Over the years Fr. Joe has answered many of the questions we have received at Gospel Values and you can read the answers online. His answers are published in Living Faith for Kids, published by Creative Communications.
In this deeply personal and encouraging book, best-selling author and beloved pastor Fr. Joe Kempf takes an honest look at the complexities of forgiveness. With Fr. Joe’s signature heart and humor, he gently reminds us that “Forgiveness is not optional for those who want a joy-filled, meaningful life. It is essential to our souls; it is the heart of truly holy and happy living.”
Filled with stories of real-life situations of hurt and betrayal, Fr. Joe asks the difficult questions about what it takes to truly forgive someone, and when and how to give ourselves the space to heal in the arms of our loving God. When the heartaches come, these reflections, prayers, and stories will help guide us toward the life-changing power of following Jesus beyond the cross to forgiveness and new life.Type your paragraph here.
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For that special new baby,
will bring comfort and joy to the child in your life - and the child in you.
Fr. Joe and his helpers Big Al and Annie,
with musician and songwriter Cathy Pescarino and her friends,
present their special collection of music based on:
Sacred folk songs
Comforting Scriptures
Traditional favorites
Plus all-new, original songs
You'll be delighted by the companion book of lyrics, along with beautiful illustrations, scripture passages, and special prayers just for parents.
Soothing music, and faith-filled lyrics, bring calm and quiet to children of any age as well as to their parents, grandparents, or any adult in their lives.
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For children aged 2-102
Hope in the tough times
Meaning in everyday living
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