Sharing the Ascension Experience
Divine Definitions: (1) Complete in all respects; without defect or omission; flawless; (2) Thoroughly excellent; faultless; (3) Completely correct and accurate; exact; precise; (4) Without reserve or qualification; pure; impeccable; (5) Totally effective; expertly proficient; (6) The ultimate ideal; the highest position; the acme; (7) Nothing wanting; finished; (8) The creator of the desire to … Read more
Definitions: (1) showing keenness of insight, sympathetic understanding, or intuition; discerning; (2) a quick capacity for comprehending; observant; sharp-sighted Too Far: nosy Quotes:• To be is either to be perceived or to perceive. — Bishop George Berkeley (1685-1753) Anglo-Irish philosopher• If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear as it is: infinite. — … Read more
Definition: taking initiative and proceeding with lively energy; vigorously active; high-spirited Poetry: How do I know my youth is all spent?My get-up-and-go has got up and went!But, in spite of it all, I’m able to grinAnd think of the places my getup has been!— Anonymous (by wish of the author Quote: I have a small … Read more
Definition: having regret of offense or sin and willingness to atone; contrite Comment: If you did something you know was wrong, you will eventually see it for what it was, and want to reverse the injury. To feel a need to take positive action is a first step. Yet you may not be able to … Read more
Definitions: (1) in a state of mental or physical tranquility, security, or order; (2) quietly behaved; composed; (3) the state of harmony in personal relations; concord between individuals, governments, or organizations; (4) reconciliation between unfriendly parties Derivation: Latin, “to agree” Compatible Qualities: compassion, Satyagraha <holding firmly to truth> Sanskrit Synonyms: calm, friendly, gentle, mild, pacific, … Read more
Definitions: (1) in a state of mental or physical tranquility, security, or order; (2) quietly behaved; composed; (3) the state of harmony in personal relations; concord between individuals, governments, or organizations; (4) reconciliation between unfriendly parties Derivation: Latin, “to agree” Synonyms: calm, friendly, gentle, mild, pacific, repose, shalom <Hebrew, “peace”>, irenic <aiming at peace>, uncombative … Read more
Divine Definitions: (1) Ministering to the growth of progressing beings; accommodating the needs of His growing children; (2) Steady perseverance in performing all tasks; diligent; (3) Steadfast and consistent action; abiding; (4) Self-controlled; even-tempered; (5) Incapable of being provoked or angered; forbearing; tolerant; (6) The reliever of anguish Comment: The Supreme Being possesses infinite patience. … Read more
Definition: fatherly; characteristic of a father or fatherhood <as loyal, supportive, protective, loving, giving, and generous> See also: Maternal Quotes:• The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother. — Theodore Martin Hesburgh (1917-2015) American priest• A good father is one whose only reason for putting down a … Read more
Definition: (1) characteristic of pleasant rural life; peaceful, simple, and natural; innocent; (2) relating to spiritual care or guidance especially of a congregation Proverb: A butterfly never hurries – even when pursued. — Chinese Quote: I believe in God – not in a Catholic God; there is no Catholic God. There is God, and I … Read more
Definitions: (1) compelled or ruled by intense emotion or strong opinion; fervid; zealous; (2) expressing or showing profound feeling; emotional; enthusiastic; vehement; (3) easily aroused to or influenced by desire; ardently sensual; a firebrand Derivation: Latin, “to endure suffering” Quotes:• Live by the three P’s: be passionate, persistent, and prepared. — Hailee Steinfeld (1996-) American … Read more