Dear Friends,

Yesterday was our big Jubilee Celebration for our Texas Region. I cannot express the joy I feel right now. Until I came to this place myself (as a Silver Jubilarian), I did not appreciate what it meant for others who have celebrated 25 years (or more) of marriage and/or the priesthood, etc. There is a special grace from God at this time of our lives that is a blessing toward being faithful and being content, trusting Him.
Sometimes people are afraid of opening themselves to God for a deeper prayer life or to follow His Will. Some people are afraid of what God might ask of them - what they cannot see is that God's Grace is Powerful. He gives us the grace when we need it (and ask for it), not before.

Sometimes the very thing we're afraid of is the same thing we're looking for! Jesus, I Trust in You! I surrender myself to You, take care of everything! Give us all the grace to be at peace even in the midst of what sometimes feels like a storm, knowing that you are in the boat with us and we will not drown. (Mark 4:38-40)
More scripture - "I have found Him Whom My soul loves" (Song of Songs, 3:4). No matter what vocation you are called to, YOU are called to an intimate relationship with God. He is already in Love with you. Receive it!!!

A HUGE thank you to all who celebrated with us yesterday - thank you for your prayers, your love, your cards, your donations, your Mass intentions for us, your presence, helping with food, cleaning, decorating, etc. If we miss someone in our thank you notes, receive this thank you here. God bless you - we truly do carry you all in our hearts.