Hey There,
On the 11th of November we celebrate Veterans Day in the US, while other countries celebrate Armistice Day. And it’s the anniversary of the end of World War I.
As we pray and give thanks for those who serve … now and in the past … who sacrifice so much to protect us and keep us safe, it seems appropriate to focus on peace.
There is conflict everywhere. Not only between nations, as we see with Russia and Ukraine … and between political parties within nations. There are always groups and individuals fighting or arguing with one another.
And unfortunately, we even see it among our friends and family at times.
Though we pray for world peace, it can be discouraging to not have an impact on warring nations.
But we can have an impact on peace. It starts within us … within our families, our friend groups, and the people we come in contact with every day.
This week’s issue of Genuflect is aimed at helping us spread more peace in our world as Jesus Christ taught us to do by His example. And may peace be with you and yours.
Keep Believing-
Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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Peace Primer
Monsignor Stuart Swetland provides this primar on peace, looking at the origin of the word, the tools needed for peace, and the 7 meanings of peace.
A Primer on Peace | Catholic Answers Magazine
3 Spiritual Weapons
Our Lady appeared multiple times to the children at Fatima. She shared with Sister Lucia what needed to be done to end World War I and bring about peace. Here are the 3 spiritual weapons that are available to us today!
Our Lady of Fatima’s 3 Spiritual Weapons to End War & Obtain Peace | ChurchPOP
Source of Our Peace
We may not have control over peace in the world, but we can control peace in our lives. The key is to remember where peace originates.
An Everyday Guide to Peace | Busted Halo
Creating Peace Where You Are
Unless you’re the person negotiating the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, you and I are not going to bring about world peace. But that’s okay. The Catholic Church says we should practice Subsidiarity … handling human affairs “at the lowest possible level, closest to the affected persons.” Here’s how to do just that in your corner of the world.
Creating Peace in Your Corner of The World | Catholic Stand
Prayer For Peace
With all the conflict in the world, let’s not forget the power of prayer. Here is a short but powerful prayer from St. John XXIII that calls upon God to intervene and establish a lasting reign of peace.
A Powerful Prayer For Peace in The World | Aleteia
Achieve Inner Peace
When your schedule is full and your life is hectic, it can be a challenge to get off life’s treadmill. Here are 5 ways to achieve inner peace.
5 Ways to Achieve Inner Peace | Blessed is She
How to Go in Peace
At the end of Mass the priest says, “Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.” Have you ever given much thought about what exactly that means? It’s not just nice words to end on. Here’s what we’re called to do and what it means when we say, “Thanks be to God.”
Living the Mass: What It Means to “Go in Peace” | Loyola Press
Sign of Peace Guide
The Sign of Peace in Mass can be stressful for introverts. Here’s a guide to help the socially awkward person know what to do. However, in these post pandemic days of not touching, most people now just give a wave.
The Socially Awkward Person’s Guide to The Sign of Peace | National Catholic Register
Veterans Day Patron Saint
On November 11th we honor those who serve in the military. And the Catholic Church commemorates Saint Martin of Tours. When you learn about this Saint’s background, you’ll be amazed at the alignment of the secular calendar with the Liturgical calendar.
A “God-incidence” Behind the 11th Hour of the 11th Day of the 11th Month | Aleteia
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