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April 2019 (Week 2) THEME: We live Christ’s sacrificial love when we are obedient to the will of God. PROMISE: “The Lord God is my help...I shall not be put to shame.” (Isa 50:7) DIRECTIONS: Confess and partake of the Holy Eucharist. WORD: Is 50:4-7/Ps 22:8,9,17- 20, 23,24/Phil 2:6-11/Lk 22:14-23:56 |
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Release of the Holy Spirit results in a new and deeper experience of God
Last weekend’s LSS#51 truly validated how God’s presence is very much alive. For those who were baptized in the Spirit, the release of the Holy Spirit resulted in a new and deeper experience of God. It was a highly personal experience, tailored to each individual by the Spirit Who knows our needs and knows how each of us is unique. Read More...(CN April 12, 2019)
Last weekend’s LSS#51 truly validated how God’s presence is very much alive. For those who were baptized in the Spirit, the release of the Holy Spirit resulted in a new and deeper experience of God. It was a highly personal experience, tailored to each individual by the Spirit Who knows our needs and knows how each of us is unique. Read More...(CN April 12, 2019)
BLD Newark Disciples Gather
More than 100 committed and covenanted disciples gathered at Divine Mercy Parish last Saturday for this year’s first BLD Newark Disciples’ Assembly.As it is at almost every BLD meeting, the afternoon started with Praise and Worship. This time, it wasled by representatives from each of the Apostolates - Management, Pastoral, Evangelization, Formation and Mission. A quick lunch followed and then the afternoon’s agenda was underway. Read More... (CN April 5 2019)
More than 100 committed and covenanted disciples gathered at Divine Mercy Parish last Saturday for this year’s first BLD Newark Disciples’ Assembly.As it is at almost every BLD meeting, the afternoon started with Praise and Worship. This time, it wasled by representatives from each of the Apostolates - Management, Pastoral, Evangelization, Formation and Mission. A quick lunch followed and then the afternoon’s agenda was underway. Read More... (CN April 5 2019)
In YLSS 24, BLD Newark’s Youth open themselves up to the Holy Spirit
Through a desire for the fire, candidates of the Youth Life in the Spirit Seminar (YLSS #24) opened themselves up to the third, and arguably the most mysterious, of the Divine Trinity. By allowing the Spirit to flow freely throughout their minds, bodies, and souls, the candidates embarked on their new lives with a new Companion passionately resonating within their souls. Read more... ( CN March 8, 2019 )
Through a desire for the fire, candidates of the Youth Life in the Spirit Seminar (YLSS #24) opened themselves up to the third, and arguably the most mysterious, of the Divine Trinity. By allowing the Spirit to flow freely throughout their minds, bodies, and souls, the candidates embarked on their new lives with a new Companion passionately resonating within their souls. Read more... ( CN March 8, 2019 )
BLD Newark's Singles lead Advent Adoration
The Singles Ministry held a night of adoration last Saturday, December 15 at St. Genevieve’s Church in Elizabeth, NJ. BLD members and parishioners from St. Gen’s came out for a special night of worship, adoration, and teaching. Read more...(CN December 21, 2018)
The Singles Ministry held a night of adoration last Saturday, December 15 at St. Genevieve’s Church in Elizabeth, NJ. BLD members and parishioners from St. Gen’s came out for a special night of worship, adoration, and teaching. Read more...(CN December 21, 2018)
ME #51 (Newark) and ME #14 (Rockland) embark on a journey with BLD
The Marriage Encounter Weekend organized by Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) took place over the weekend of November 4, 2018, at the Don Bosco Retreat Center, Stony Point, NY. There were 11 candidate couples there (which included a deacon) and a priest. Read More...(CN Nov. 9, 2018)
The Marriage Encounter Weekend organized by Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) took place over the weekend of November 4, 2018, at the Don Bosco Retreat Center, Stony Point, NY. There were 11 candidate couples there (which included a deacon) and a priest. Read More...(CN Nov. 9, 2018)
Thirty-one Members from three BLD districts aspire to become Covenanted Disciples
We witnessed the triumphant power and might of God during an incredible Aspirants Retreat that was held last weekend, October 26 – 28, 2018, at the Archdiocesan Youth Retreat Center in Kearney, New Jersey. The Holy Spirit indeed is alive and was active, as evidenced by the witnessing and sharing by our covenanted members on topics such as Healing and Reconciliation, Discipleship, the Cost of Discipleship, the Test of True Discipleship, the Rewards of Discipleship and Community. Read more... ( CN Nov 2, 2018)
We witnessed the triumphant power and might of God during an incredible Aspirants Retreat that was held last weekend, October 26 – 28, 2018, at the Archdiocesan Youth Retreat Center in Kearney, New Jersey. The Holy Spirit indeed is alive and was active, as evidenced by the witnessing and sharing by our covenanted members on topics such as Healing and Reconciliation, Discipleship, the Cost of Discipleship, the Test of True Discipleship, the Rewards of Discipleship and Community. Read more... ( CN Nov 2, 2018)
Our Triune God shows His Power at LSS 50
Indeed our Triune God has shown His power and might, making all things possible during this incredibly anointed LSS weekend, which was held, October 12 - 14, 2018 at Divine Mercy Parish in Rahway. The Holy Spirit IS ALIVE and was active as evidenced by the witness and sharing of our candidates after the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Candidates expressed experiencing the mighty power of God's love for them in a personal way. Some shared feelings of deliverance and healing from unforgiveness, depression and grief. A few admitted to having doubted God because of painful events and losses in their lives. But the LSS allowed all of the candidates to gain insights to strongholds that needed to be broken. Read more... (CN Oct 19, 2018)
Indeed our Triune God has shown His power and might, making all things possible during this incredibly anointed LSS weekend, which was held, October 12 - 14, 2018 at Divine Mercy Parish in Rahway. The Holy Spirit IS ALIVE and was active as evidenced by the witness and sharing of our candidates after the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Candidates expressed experiencing the mighty power of God's love for them in a personal way. Some shared feelings of deliverance and healing from unforgiveness, depression and grief. A few admitted to having doubted God because of painful events and losses in their lives. But the LSS allowed all of the candidates to gain insights to strongholds that needed to be broken. Read more... (CN Oct 19, 2018)
With God Present in John 6 Crossing 19, Nothing is Impossible
This past Sunday’s reading from Mark’s Gospel was most fitting for the John 6 Ministry’s Weekend Crossing #19, which was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ. Twenty-two children, ages 10-14, came to learn more about God’s love and His presence in theirs and everyone’s lives. Read more... (CN - October 12)
This past Sunday’s reading from Mark’s Gospel was most fitting for the John 6 Ministry’s Weekend Crossing #19, which was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Newton, NJ. Twenty-two children, ages 10-14, came to learn more about God’s love and His presence in theirs and everyone’s lives. Read more... (CN - October 12)
YE #25 changes lives - A New Family; A New Home
From the funniest of ice breakers to the deepest reflections in their sharing circles, Youth Encounter #25 permanently changed the YE candidates’ lives for the better. The word encounter does not sufficiently capture the thrill of the journey that Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) provided. The more accurate word would be adventure. As the candidates entered the retreat center, they were immediately immersed in an environment that was filled to the brim with pride for our Catholic religion. Read more... ( CN July 20, 2018)
From the funniest of ice breakers to the deepest reflections in their sharing circles, Youth Encounter #25 permanently changed the YE candidates’ lives for the better. The word encounter does not sufficiently capture the thrill of the journey that Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) provided. The more accurate word would be adventure. As the candidates entered the retreat center, they were immediately immersed in an environment that was filled to the brim with pride for our Catholic religion. Read more... ( CN July 20, 2018)
Fr. Paul Lehman exhorts the Community once more
As was to be expected, last Friday’s Eucharistic Celebration was a truly special one for BLD Newark. Besides experiencing our oneness in the Eucharist, united in love and truth, in holiness and mission, many Community members and disciples were able to wish Fr. Paul Lehman a “Happy 90th Birthday!” in person.
Read More.. ( CN July 13, 2018)
As was to be expected, last Friday’s Eucharistic Celebration was a truly special one for BLD Newark. Besides experiencing our oneness in the Eucharist, united in love and truth, in holiness and mission, many Community members and disciples were able to wish Fr. Paul Lehman a “Happy 90th Birthday!” in person.
Read More.. ( CN July 13, 2018)
Solo Parents’ Encounter # 20
28 single parents responded to God’s call for a spiritual retreat during the latest SPE weekend, which was held June 23 – 24 at a local hotel venue. Many came with high expectations, and they were not disappointed, as for each of them, unlike any retreat they had attended before, this one became a truly personal one-on-one encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ. Read more... (CN June 29, 2018)
28 single parents responded to God’s call for a spiritual retreat during the latest SPE weekend, which was held June 23 – 24 at a local hotel venue. Many came with high expectations, and they were not disappointed, as for each of them, unlike any retreat they had attended before, this one became a truly personal one-on-one encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ. Read more... (CN June 29, 2018)
Happy 90th Birthday, 64th Sacerdotal Anniversary, and Father’s Day to Father Paul Lehman!
Clearly, BLD Newark’s beloved Spiritual Director Emeritus, Fr. Paul Lehman (who will be turning 90 on July 5), has many reasons to celebrate; and so, last Saturday, he received a well-deserved tribute and celebration. Read more (CN June 22, 2018)
Clearly, BLD Newark’s beloved Spiritual Director Emeritus, Fr. Paul Lehman (who will be turning 90 on July 5), has many reasons to celebrate; and so, last Saturday, he received a well-deserved tribute and celebration. Read more (CN June 22, 2018)
Twenty-five singles claim God’s victory at SE 38
Twenty-five candidates claimed God’s victory as they encountered “the heart of the self, of Christ and others” during the BLD Singles Encounter # 38 that was held at Graymoor Spiritual Life Center, June 8-10, 2018. Thank you to everyone who made the weekend super-special, especially to our God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Please join us in welcoming the following new graduates to the Singles Ministry: Read More (CN June 15, 2018)
Twenty-five candidates claimed God’s victory as they encountered “the heart of the self, of Christ and others” during the BLD Singles Encounter # 38 that was held at Graymoor Spiritual Life Center, June 8-10, 2018. Thank you to everyone who made the weekend super-special, especially to our God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Please join us in welcoming the following new graduates to the Singles Ministry: Read More (CN June 15, 2018)
2018 Emergence results in fresh anointing for BLD
For BLD Newark, Jovy and Emily Lucero move on as Cluster Shepherds, and four new couples join the current Mission Apostolate Stewards as our DCS for the next three years. Their terms begin on July 1, 2018. Read more...(CN June 8, 2018)
For BLD Newark, Jovy and Emily Lucero move on as Cluster Shepherds, and four new couples join the current Mission Apostolate Stewards as our DCS for the next three years. Their terms begin on July 1, 2018. Read more...(CN June 8, 2018)
Msgr. Paul Speaks...
The Holy Spirit: A Sound from Heaven
The Father...... the heart of the Trinity ..... The Creating Love
The Son ......... the hands of the Trinity ..... The Touchable Love
The Holy Spirit....... the hum of the Trinity ..... The Spoken Love
“And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were.” (Acts 2:2) Read more (CN Feb 15, 2019)
The Holy Spirit: A Sound from Heaven
The Father...... the heart of the Trinity ..... The Creating Love
The Son ......... the hands of the Trinity ..... The Touchable Love
The Holy Spirit....... the hum of the Trinity ..... The Spoken Love
“And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were.” (Acts 2:2) Read more (CN Feb 15, 2019)
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