“Yes, there is a river that flows through the Heavenly City. That river, too, is beautiful and dangerous. I ache for it and avoid it.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
“Put simply, the exorcisms did not have the desired impact (freedom from the demon) until the victim started sessions with a psychologist.” – Jordan Burke
“We are damaged, yes, but we are ‘very good,’ and the Lord never stops pursuing us.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
This litany was composed and led by Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB for Friday night’s Revival Session at the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis in 2024.
Imagine the thrill and wonder in the hearts of children as they witness the divine power of Jesus — in the astonished leper, his rags
“We are invited to approach our heavenly Father as little children, and to welcome the anointing of the Holy Spirit – especially when we find ourselves feeling the wounds of past harm.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
“Sometimes we just don’t want to forgive. The hurt can be so deep. The damage can be so lasting – or perhaps ongoing.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
“Only Jesus, through the anointing of the Holy Spirit, can liberate us. He breaks our chains, rolls away the stone that is blocking our self-created tomb, calls us forth, unbinds us and pulls off the masks that have obscured our vision.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
“He has made me whole. He pointed His finger at me and said, ‘I choose you.'” – Allison Brown
“Pray with our Lady and allow her to remind you of God’s love even in difficult moments.” – Monsignor Charles Pope