Daily Scripture, December 11, 2025
“And if you are willing to accept it, he (John the Baptist) is Elijah, the one who is to come.”
Dcn. Manuel Valencia
Deacon Manuel Valencia retired from active retreat ministry at Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center in Sierra Madre, California, after 23 years. He continues to provide spiritual counseling there and delivers a monthly homily at the retreat chapel.
El Diácono Manuel Valencia se retiró después de 23 años de ministerio en el Centro de Retiros Pasionista Mater Dolorosa en Sierra Madre, California. Continúa ofreciendo dirección espiritual y predica mensualmente en la capilla del Centro.
Daily Scripture, November 11, 2025
We stand in need of grace every day. We would be foolish to stand before God at Judgment Day and request to be judged on the basis of justice instead of grace.
Daily Scripture, November 8, 2025
God desires that we come to know God, to love God, and to serve God in this world so that at the end of our lives here on earth, we will abide in the joyful eternal presence of God.
Daily Scripture, October 8, 2025
Just as Christ died in forgiveness of our sins, so too, are we to forgive others.
Daily Scripture, September 11, 2025
Jesus teaches the true motivation for practicing the Golden Rule, which is nothing less than a radical summary of love.
Daily Scripture, August 8, 2025
“Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.”