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4/20

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 On April 20th each year people who partake in cannabis/marijuana/weed celebrate 4/20. This originates from the agreed time of 4:20 when a group of students would gather to search for a marijuana crop using a treasure map gifted by the farmer. In pop culture the celebration has caught on especially with the broader acceptance of marijuana. Once more taboo and still so in some legal and religious circles, marijuana has “grown” to become a symbol of relaxation, rebellion as well as acknowledgement of its healing properties. Of course when used responsibly it can be very beneficial . In regards to spiritual and health concerns it truly is a matter of intention and moderation. Celebrate responsibly and don’t smoke and drive!  In 2024 4/20 also boasts as a palindrome date.  All About 4/20 Celebrating 4/20 4/20 Movies 4/20 Themed TV Episodes (Listed as Season x Episode) King of the Hill: Hanky Panky (4x13) High Anxiety (4x14) The Simpsons: Highway to Well  (31x17) Midsumm...

The Five First Saturdays

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  “In the end, my Immaculate Heart will triumph!” Resources for the First Saturday of Each Month History of the Immaculate Heart Devotion   First Saturday Rosary Meditation First Saturday Prayers Our Lady of Fatima Immaculate Heart Artwork     Note for First Saturday Mass: Jesus says the following to Sister Lucy in regards to those who have difficulty attending Mass on First Saturday: “It will be equally acceptable the practice of this devotion on the Sunday following the first Saturday, when my priests, for a just reason, so grants it to souls.” Note to Non Catholics: For those who wish to practice this devotion but are not yet admitted to the Sacraments or are not yet Catholic the Act of Contrition and Spiritual Communion with the intent to fulfill Our Lady’s request will suffice. The following should be prayed with reverence and meaning fully each word prayed.  Act of Contrition O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins ...

The Nine First Fridays

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  “Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make my heart like unto Thine!” Uniting to that sacred day in which Jesus did die for love of us and our salvation we fulfill in humble obedience  His requests made known through St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. Resources for the First Friday of Each Month   About the Sacred Heart Devotion  (Note,  Eucharistic Adoration is a traditional part of the First Friday devotion but the only necessary condition is to receive the Eucharist in the state of grace in the spirit of reparation.) The Litany of the Sacred Heart First Friday Prayers Sacred Heart Artwork   Act of Contrition O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because of thy just punishments, but most of all because they offend Thee, my God, who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve with the help of Thy grace to sin no more and to avoid the near occasion of sin. Amen. Act of Spiritual Communion  My Jesus,...