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Dear Friends, Welcome to my website! |
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January 13, 2007 This weekend we celebrate the Baptism of Lord - the second "Epiphany" or manifestation of just who this Jesus fellow was. "This is my beloved Son in who I am well pleased. Listen to Him." Next week, we'll hear the story of the wedding feast at Cana and see that Jesus has the power to make a difference in our lives. He can take the ordinary (eg. water, our lives) and make it extraordinary (e.g. wine, joy, sanctity). An epiphany as a "V8 moment" of insight. (In the V8 commercials the person whacks his head as he or she realizes that "I could have had a V8!" - a healthy alternative to the bland or sugar flavored drinks with empty calories). May our eyes be open this week to the V8 opportunities God will offer us - spiritually healthy alternatives of the bland or empty distractions that often grab our attention. Have a good . . . no, have a great week. Then, spread the Word. We don't have to settle for the ordinary. We can experience life to the fullest. Emmanuel. God remains with us always. Deacon Ray
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Over the years, God has blessed me with many wonderful opportunites to minister. As a Roman Catholic permanent deacon of the Diocese of Rochester, New York, (ordained 1982), I have served in a wide variety of ministries. Whether I am ministering to my parish, hospitals, nursing homes, prisons, travel or retreat groups (e.g. Cursillo, Walk to Emmaus, Koiniania, Pre Cana, Youth) - music has played an important role in opening doors and hearts.
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This website is an extension of that ministry. Here you'll find the lyrics to many of my prayer-songs and, if you like, purchase from a collection of CDs I've recorded. There's also information about tours and pilgrimages that my wife Pat and I occasionally host and links to web sites I've found interesting. |
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I pray that you will enjoy this visit,
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