The Friar's Notebook

The Friar's Notebook B.R.O. (Blogs, Random Thoughts/Reflections, Others' Wisdom)

Faith,Reasons,Life's Seasons&Lessons!

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐑 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘Holy Mother of God; please listen to our petitions and needs, and deliver us from al...
05/09/2025

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐑 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘

Holy Mother of God; please listen to our petitions and needs, and deliver us from all dangers, ever glorious and blessed Virgin Mary.

Mary, our model and mother, by your obedience and patience you have taught us how to be true children of God. Please help us by your powerful assistance to overcome all our weaknesses, and to fulfill perfectly our tasks in life.

By your compassionate aid may we ever stand in spirit with you beneath the cross of Christ so that we may also rejoice with you in your divine Son’s triumphant victory over sin and death.

In your maternal kindness help us to be faithful to prayers in the company of God’s Church as you were one with the Apostles in the upper room as you waited for the promised Spirit of Pentecost.

With your gracious assistance may we be near you in the glory of Christ’s kingdom come to sing with you and all the faithful the eternal praise of God. Amen.

V. O Mary, conceived without sin,
R. Pray for us who have recourse to you.

Litany of St. Anthony of Padua is deeply connected to hope, recovery, and miracles, making it one of the most beloved li...
01/09/2025

Litany of St. Anthony of Padua is deeply connected to hope, recovery, and miracles, making it one of the most beloved litanies among Catholics, especially those facing urgent needs. Here’s what makes it unique and special:

1. Master Finder of the Lost
Not just keys—faith, hope, peace, even purpose. The litany reflects this with titles like “Restorer of what was lost” and “Guide for the confused.”

2. Miracles on Demand (Literally)
He’s called a “Worker of powerful miracles” for a reason—his litany is a hotline for divine help, backed by centuries of answered prayers.

3. Tender and Tough
It’s not just holy talk—there’s emotional depth. It feels like asking help from a wise, loving kuya who’s got heavenly connections.

4. Spiritually Battle-Tested
Used for 800+ years in times of crisis. Proven. Trusted. Effective.

5. Christ-Centered, Always
Anthony intercedes, but Jesus is the source. The litany leads you to the Miracle Worker behind the miracle worker.

Thank You, Lord for August.Bless and bring our dreams and plans to fruition for our good and Your kingdom.The Journals
01/09/2025

Thank You, Lord for August.
Bless and bring our dreams and plans to fruition for our good and Your kingdom.

The Journals

Pope September Intentions
31/08/2025

Pope September Intentions

The funeral of Rhode Island judge, Frank Caprio. (From the Frank Caprio page). I have seen some of his videos amd read s...
31/08/2025

The funeral of Rhode Island judge, Frank Caprio. (From the Frank Caprio page). I have seen some of his videos amd read some post about him. Indeed, a public servant, a just and compassionate judge, a faithful Roman Catholic, a great family man. Rest in peace, sir. Thank you for the inspiration. May the angels lead you to paradise.

Today we celebrate Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth, crowned by her Son, the King of Kings.In 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaim...
22/08/2025

Today we celebrate Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth, crowned by her Son, the King of Kings.

In 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaimed the Immaculate Conception, later confirmed by Mary’s apparition at Lourdes in 1858. In 1917, at Fátima, she revealed herself as the Lady of the Rosary, granting the world a call to conversion, witnessed by the miraculous “Dance of the Sun.”

In 1950, Pope Pius XII declared the Assumption as dogma, and four years later, through his encyclical Ad Caeli Reginam, instituted this feast, now celebrated on August 22 — eight days after the Assumption — signifying Mary’s heavenly glorification and queenship.

As the Queen Mother, she intercedes for us, guiding us to her Son with a mother’s tender love. With childlike trust, let us turn to her today and say:

“Queen of Heaven and Earth, pray for us. Lead us ever closer to Jesus, your Son and our King.”

August 14Memorial of St. Maximilian KolbeSt. Maximilian Kolbe remains a beacon of hope for Catholic Christians today bec...
14/08/2025

August 14
Memorial of St. Maximilian Kolbe

St. Maximilian Kolbe remains a beacon of hope for Catholic Christians today because his life and death shine with a radical witness to Christ’s love, mercy, and self-giving. His example speaks powerfully to a world still marked by fear, hatred, and self-preservation.

He inspires hope for us.

LOVE IS STRONGER THAN DEATH.
In Auschwitz, Kolbe offered his life in exchange for another prisoner’s --- a husband and father --- showing that even in the most dehumanizing place on earth, love can triumph over evil. His act reminds us that selfless love is never wasted, even in the face of seemingly total despair.

HIS COURAGE IS ROOTED IN FAITH.
Kolbe’s fearlessness didn’t come from recklessness, but from a deep trust in God. His faith teaches us that hope isn’t naïve optimism; it’s the conviction that God’s grace can sustain us in the darkest hour. This courage emboldens Catholics today to stand for truth, defend the dignity of others, and live with integrity.

HE WAS A MISSIONARY
OF HOPE THROUGH MARY.
Even before his martyrdom, Kolbe’s work in evangelization and media—especially through the Militia Immaculatae—was fueled by devotion to the Blessed Mother. He believed Mary always leads us to Christ, and that entrustment to her is a sure path to hope and renewal.

HE IS A WITNESS THAT EVIL
CANNOT HAVE THE LAST WORD.
Kolbe’s story shows that evil may wound, but it cannot extinguish the light of Christ in a soul that loves. His canonization by St. John Paul II as a “martyr of charity” is a Church-wide proclamation that love is the final victor.

In short, Maximilian Kolbe gives hope because he proves that holiness is possible even in extreme suffering, that love can be lived without limits, and that faith in God can transform even the most hopeless situations into moments of grace.

Address

San Pedro Bautista Street
Quezon City
1104

Telephone

+639178374390

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Friar's Notebook posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to The Friar's Notebook:

Shortcuts

Share

Category