In this talk, we will explore what it truly means to enter into a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Rooted in Sacred Scripture, Adoration, and the wisdom of the Saints, we will reflect on how intimacy with Christ grows through daily prayer, participation in the Sacraments—especially the Eucharist and Reconciliation—and a life of trust, surrender, and love. This talk will offer practical ways to deepen your prayer life, recognize Christ’s presence in everyday moments, and grow in au
Elise Arellano is a cradle Catholic whose faith journey transformed her from an apathetic follower into someone truly on fire for Christ. Recently married, she is a devoted wife and mother of six children—three on earth and three in heaven. Her experiences of motherhood, loss, and God’s healing grace have deeply shaped her mission to pursue holiness and help others do the same.
From the Resurrection to Pentecost the Disciples lived in hiding and in fear. After having been witnesses of the Resurrection of the Lord, why were the Apostles sill living in fear? Why did they not begin to proclaim the Resurrection of the Lord? They lived this way because they still needed the power of the Holy Spirit to give them boldness and courage to proclaim the Lord. Are you stuck between Resurrection and Pentecost? Did you lose your way on your journey from the Empty Tomb to the Upper
Fr. Mario Castro - Asst. to the Rector, Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle
We have an enemy who hates the light and joy we bring into the world. St. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6:12 that our battle isn't against flesh and blood (our husbands, children, or coworkers), but against principalities and powers. As women, we are the "heart" of the domestic church. When the heart is protected, the whole body thrives.
The Holy Spirit is God within us. How do we recognize and follow His promptings, allowing His will to form and transform us?
Adalia believes each moment of life is a gift that should be opened slowly and enjoyed to the fullest. She is a wife, a mother of three, a mother-in-law, and a friend to many. She has been a catechist for 23 years, serving in several parishes, and sharing her love for the Lord. She takes this passion into her professional life, as well, as a Human Resources Manager where she serves a dynamic workforce of 200.
Adalia and her husband Joe will be celebrating in May their 45th wedding anniversary. God has blessed them with three children, now adults, Joseph, Dominic, and Tabitha. She has been a catechist for 23 years, in several parishes. She currently serves as the catechist for the parents of the children and youth preparing to receive their sacraments at our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Her hobbies are reading, writing, traveling, and simply enjoying life, and sharing her faith along the
We received these Gifts in our Baptism. Which ones do you recognize as developed and matured in your life?
Deacon Reyna has served in the Diocese of Brownsville since 1985 serving at Sacred Heart, McAllen, Tx, Our Lady of Holy Rosary, Mission ,Tx, and St John the Baptist, San Juan, Tx. He has worked as a 6th grade math teacher for the past 53 years in the McAllen Independent School District. Presently working at Brown Middle School.
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