For this reason,
I remind you to stir
into flame the gift of God
that you have
through the imposition of my hands. For God
did not give us a spirit of cowardice
but rather of power
and love and self-control
2 Timothy 1: 6 -7
> In confirmation, Bishop Madden will raise hands over you in prayer. What gifts of God do you hope or pray will become enkindled into the flames of faith?
> Gifts are meaningless if they are not used. What elements of cowardice block us from living fully as God has designed for us?
> In what ways do you believe God has given you the spirit of power or the spirit of love and/ or the spirit of self-control? Where does this gift come into play in your daily life?
> PRAYER: Many times throughout the Gospel, Jesus greets others with "Peace be with you." We repeat the same a few times when we gather for mass. Pray for the Lord's peace within you so that you might live in power, love, and self-control.
If you have not been having conversations with your sponsor or have missed one or two, this is a great week to catch up.
Conversation 5:
Psalm 41 - 12 -14Conversation 4:
Ezekiel 36: 27Conversation 3:
Wisdom 7: 7, 22 -23Conversation 2:
Joel 3: 1Conversation 1:
1 Corinthians 12: 4 – 7