Word of the Week!

                 Alright everyone, here is the Word of the Week: Faith!

                While considering what to write about Faith, it kind of started mixing in with the same meaning as trust.  Do we have faith, knowing that God can do marvelous things in our midst?

                I totally agree that we are living in difficult times.  But that is when we must stick to our values and beliefs as Christians.  What do I profess while saying (and praying) the Creed at Mass or during the Rosary?  Do I really believe, not just historical facts, but what Christ proclaims is Truth?

                There is a beautiful song by Ambrosetti called “Increase Our Faith” (though it is difficult to locate on YouTube because of a similar title by Haas) that asks God to just this.  “Lord help us to believe.” The music and lyrics are a beautiful opportunity to reflect, and asks the Holy Spirit for this very gift.

                Sometimes, it is okay to be like the doubting Thomas.  It is a lesson that Christians have held on to for thousands of years.  It can be good, as children of God, to be stretched a little, what and who we place our trust.  Do we believe that God is still present among us, in spite of everything going on around us?

                “Increase Our Faith, oh Lord!”