Thank you for all your comments and the great class! I pray that all the participants will be able to compensate you in some way for your absolutely beautiful work!

I am convinced that often our ego hinders us in effectively being of service and helping or praying for another. It can be quite challenging to stay authentic when we loose our humility and feel important in this profound activity, especially, if we can do it so well! So, #7 could be to take deep breaths, step into your inner being and demand that only the Holy Spirit speak through you. And even insist that we become open and receptive to receive only what Spirit knows is in our best interest.

This is a gem of wisdom! I probably talk too much in my effort to be of help. And when someone shares too much with me, I am annoyed! Praying for more empathy and patience....often expressed in the above comments!

Additional ways to be a comforter: Refrain from being judgmental, even in your thoughts, not expressed, can be felt.

I was active in the Senior Capper Residence Building before it burned down. so the Mayor's office asked me to be the Coordinator for the Capper Seniors to organize quarterly meetings for 2 years so the city could provide support. I agreed but found the role very challenging. Communicating and inspiring 160 seniors to be involved was difficult. Fortunately, there were additional volunteers to act as contacts in various buildings but even their interest began to wean as we remained separated throughout the city. Nevertheless, we persevered. And though I continue to keep folks updated on various issues, I am loosing interest and energy myself! In reflecting on my 15 years in the community, a major blessing was to work with a dynamic community advocate, Deborah Frazier. She was always volunteering to assist poor black residents in the midst of Navy Yard regentrification and to bring the whole community together. She died last Saturday and I am still adjusting. It was not just what she said, though there was plenty of that, but she had PASSION in her work! She never hesitated to help and provide information or her participation. And whenever I had no energy to attend a meeting or organize another event, she would be right there being her wonderful animated self offering wisdom and assistance! So last Sunday on my way to church, I learned of her passing and Deacon Bill's quote for his homily was "Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. How timely!, that was the essence of Deborah Frazier's life because she was always serving and inspiring me especially when I wanted to quit!!! And that reminds me of Jesus's message that we are here to serve, not to be served! In conclusion, I pray daily for the health and perseverance to receive Divine Guidance in the best way I can serve joyously and lovingly.

I was active in the Senior Capper Residence Building before it burned down. so the Mayor's office asked me to be the Coordinator for the Capper Seniors to organize quarterly meetings for 2 years so the city could provide support. I agreed but found the role very challenging. Communicating and inspiring 160 seniors to be involved was difficult. Fortunately, there were additional volunteers to act as contacts in various buildings but even their interest began to fade as we remained separated throughout the city. Nevertheless, we persevered. And though I continue to keep folks updated on various issues, I am loosing interest and energy. In reflecting on my 15 years in the community, a major blessing was to work with an authentic community advocate, Deborah Frazier. She was always volunteering to assist poor black residents in the midst of Navy Yard regentrification and to bring all the community together. She died last Saturday and I am still adjusting. It was not just what she said, though there was plenty of that, but she had PASSION in her work! She never hesitated to help and provide information or her participation. And whenever I was weaning in energy to attend a meeting or organize an event, she would be right there being her wonderful animated self offering wisdom and assistance! So last Sunday on my way to church, I learned of her passing and Deacon Bill's quote for his homily was "Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. How timely!, that was the essence of Deborah Frazier's life because she was always serving and inspiring me especially when I was ready to quit!!! And that reminds me of Jesus's message that we are here to serve, not to be served! In conclusion, I pray daily for the health and perseverance to receive Divine Guidance in the best way I can serve joyously and lovingly.

Never thought of it that way.....something to think about! Thanks

I am delighted to know you are still talking to me since I said I am not and have never been mad with God. That just has not occurred to me! I will continue to do to complete all assignments and look forward to the next class! Also, commit to be on time.

Introduction: As a member of STA, I am committed to always seeking a better life in Christ through Mother Mary. And I pray this course will will inspire diligence in this pursuit.

What A Great Day Looks Like: Wake up full of energy and gratitude, have a great meditation and receive insightful messages for the day and how best to address health issues. Able to do QiGong for at least 10 minutes. Complete the rosary and other prayers for the day Consume 16 oz of lemon/water. Enjoy a superfood smoothie. Complete a beautiful walk for up to 10,00 steps! Juice veggies and consume the drink as soon as it is made. Recite the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with the National Shrine on YouTube. Limit the time listening to the news and other You Tube clips and clearing out my emails Socialize via phone visits, perform cleaning tasks in the apartment and watch a movie! Work on assignment for Bible Study Class Respond to calls for assistance from Arthur Capper Seniors and other neighbors and family. Retire by 10 p.m. to have the daily bible reading and prayers