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Mishaps and adventures of Deacon Jonas Verdeflor, an Oblates of the Virgin Mary

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Homily: Facing our mulberry tree

Whatever the difficulty might be, we can move it if we trust in Jesus.… Read More Homily: Facing our mulberry tree

October 3, 2022October 2, 2022 Deacon Jonas1 Comment

Homily: Leave your hands open

Our hands are empty now. But Jesus will fill them so we can give away.… Read More Homily: Leave your hands open

August 29, 2022August 28, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Homily: Be ready to welcome Jesus

Jesus does not want an extravagant welcome. Rather, he wants to walk into our spiritual homes, sit back on our couch and chat with us.… Read More Homily: Be ready to welcome Jesus

August 8, 2022August 7, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Homily: Hear the voice of the Good Shepherd

Despite the noises outside, heed the voice of the Good Shepherd.… Read More Homily: Hear the voice of the Good Shepherd

May 9, 2022May 20, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Movie reflection: “Father Stu”

Watch one man’s rough and tumble ride to the priesthood.… Read More Movie reflection: “Father Stu”

May 2, 2022April 27, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Visiting my father

A short visit can make a difference.… Read More Visiting my father

October 18, 2021October 19, 2021 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Movie reflection: “Yesterday”

Yesterday becomes a path forward.… Read More Movie reflection: “Yesterday”

July 29, 2019July 18, 2019 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Movie reflection: “Captain Marvel”

Sometimes more girl power is too much of a good thing.… Read More Movie reflection: “Captain Marvel”

March 18, 2019June 20, 2019 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Cheering my brothers on

My fellow Oblates received powerful graces this weekend.… Read More Cheering my brothers on

February 4, 2019February 24, 2019 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Foster hope for heaven (3 things)

“What are the first three things you plan to do when you enter the kingdom?”… Read More Foster hope for heaven (3 things)

July 16, 2018November 6, 2022 Deacon Jonas1 Comment

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Change surrounds us. But what does it mean? I want to help people understand and improve their lives through the insightful, silly and sometimes funny lessons I’ve learned. Learn more about me here.

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