St. Martin de Porres is here and says: “Praise be to Jesus.”

I (Maureen) wish St. Martin a Happy Feast Day. He smiles.

“This is the way to live every day, giving God the glory when you arise. With all your heart, say:”

Consecration to Self-denial

“Dear Jesus, Divine and Beloved Savior, today I surrender to You every pain – physical, spiritual or emotional. I will not complain about inconveniences, demands upon my time, breaches of privacy or the rudeness of those You put in my life today. With Your help, I will accept each present moment with Holy Love. Amen.”

“This is the loving, sweet surrender of your whole life, beginning with the present moment. This little prayer is the consecration to self-denial. Recite it with love.”