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St. Benedict School | Little Flower Parish | Diocese of Toledo
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Here at Little Flower, we strive to become a community of intentional disciples where each member feels welcomed and valued.
We hold that all people are created by God to live purposefully and joyfully. Here at Little Flower Parish we strive together to do this through “Encountering the Risen Lord Jesus Christ, Living as His missionary disciples, and Sharing His fullness of life in the spirit of St. Thérèse.”
“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another”
(John 13:34-35 ESV-CE).
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Reflections
“Live Life Abundantly.” John 10:10

Choosing Peace

Jesus states very clearly, “Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid….” (Jn 14: 27). He has promised His...
Love without limits

Jesus’ instruction in today’s Gospel reading is “to love one another as I have loved you.” Jesus lived with His...
Receiving Jesus

In today’s Gospel, Jesus states clearly, “Whoever receives the one I send receives me, and whoever receives me receives the...
Promises. Promises.

How easy it is for me at times to be skeptical of others who make promises I doubt they will...
Speak Jesus

“For the one whom God sent speaks the word of God” (John 3: 34). Jesus often reminds us that we...
In our Weakness

“God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…” (John 3:16). God gave His only Son, not for...
In the Garden

At the very beginning, we are told that God walked in intimacy with Adam and Eve in the garden. After...
Lord, I Need You

Some refer to today as “Spy Wednesday”, a day on which is highlighted Judas’ betrayal of Jesus. Judas was one...
Broken

As we enter into these days of Holy Week, let us come as we are – broken and in need...
Truth and Freedom

Jesus states very clearly in John’s Gospel “If you remain in my word, you will truly be my disciples, and...
At My Side

Today’s Responsorial Psalm reminds me why I have good cause to hope. “Even when I walk through a dark valley,...
Hidden Glory

As we enter the final two weeks of Lent (Passiontide), many Churches cover the crucifix and statues with purple cloth....
Radiate Christ

People we encounter need and deserve more than just our love. They need to experience Christ and His love radiate...
Catch your breath

As we make our way through this fourth week of Lent, we may feel as though these weeks are dragging...
Dare to believe?

We hear in Luke 15 of the incredible reality of God’s love. “While he was still a long way off,...
Synod Discussions

A reminder that all are invited to participate in a discussion on the Synod on Synodality called by Pope Francis....
First Communion Retreat

We are ready to welcome our second graders and their parents for their First Communion Retreat this afternoon. Please pray...
Coming…but not yet

A walk through Oak Openings at this time of year can be a great reminder of life coming forth from...
Small and Significant

As I continue to pray for peace and for all those affected by the terrible violence in Ukraine, I can...
The Strength of Friendship

Today’s feast of Saints Perpetua and Felicity carries a valuable lesson in friendship. Class or status need not prevent any...
Spirit Blessed

The same Spirit that led Jesus into the desert at the beginning of His public ministry leads me into the...
Turn away….be faithful

Today’s reception of ashes on this first day of Lent reminds us of our twofold call; we are called to...
Are We There Yet?

In today’s Gospel, Jesus very clearly states that the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who receive it as little...
Prayer for Peace

The final line of today’s Gospel reading from Mark reminds us to “be at peace with one another” (Mark 9:50)....
“Twos-day” Tuesday

Happy “Twos-day” Tuesday! What a wonderful reminder God gives us that we never go through our day alone. Wherever we...
His (God’s) will for us

“His (God’s) will for us was the twenty-four hours of each day: the people, the places, the circumstances he set...
Season of Lent

Two weeks from today we begin the Season of Lent. It is not too early to consider the gift these...
Everyone should be quick to hear…

God knows well our human tendency to react without first listening, to become defensive without attempting to hear what another...