Monthly Archives: December 2015

As I look back over 2015, I can say it’s been a good year!

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

As I look back on 2015 year, I can say it’s been a good year! Goodness and mercy has been following me. Thank You, Jesus! Thanks for allowing me to share some things with you and being a part of … Continue reading →

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Merciful God…Grant that we, encouraged

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Merciful God, who raised up your servant Frances Joseph Gaudet to work for prison reform and the education of her people: Grant that we, encouraged by the example of her life, may work for those who are denied the fullness … Continue reading →

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Holy Innocents

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the holy innocents of Bethlehem by King Herod. Receive, we pray, into the arms of your mercy all innocent victims; and by your great might frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and … Continue reading →

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Every Thought About Doing Less?

Posted on December 28, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

As I’m journey to the year 2016, I’m thinking. I was looking at some notes I blogged about  on Sunday, 03 June 2007.  Indeed, life is a challenge. May we learn from our past. May we see that less can be … Continue reading →

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Happy 1st Sunday After Christmas! Enjoy the Last Sunday of 2015

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in … Continue reading →

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Happy Last Saturday Of 2015! Happy 2nd Day of Christmas!

Posted on December 26, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

It’s the 2nd day of Christmas. Merry Christmas! We have 10 more days to go. So don’t grow weary in the celebration. I enjoy Saturday. It’s a day that has a touch of its own. I don’t know what it … Continue reading →

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We’re still in the Christmas Season…We give you thanks, O Lord of glory,

Posted on December 26, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

We give you thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of the first martyr Stephen, who looked up to heaven and prayed for his persecutors to your Son Jesus Christ, who stands at your right hand; where he lives … Continue reading →

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Happy Last Friday of 2015! It’s the Last weekend too!

Posted on December 25, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

I hope that all are having a Merry Christmas. I have been enjoying this day. It’s the start of the Christmas season. Happy Birthday Jesus! I’m thankful for this time of year. Each year has a different feel. As I’m … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Jesus! Merry Christmas Everybody!

Posted on December 25, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

Almighty God, you have given your only-begotten Son to take our nature upon him, and to be born [this day] of a pure virgin: Grant that we, who have been born again and made your children by adoption and grace, … Continue reading →

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May we remember what the season is all about. May we not forget to give Jesus a birthday gift

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Susan Ann Blakley

I’ve been looking forward to this day, the Holiest Day of the year.  And tonight, a Holy night. Many will gather as to re hear the story of Jesus, his birth; the Christmas story. I hope you got every thing done. … Continue reading →

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