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

Tag: Public Speaking

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

Homily: “These are the best days …”

Allow the joy of Jesus to reside deeply in your heart.… Read More Homily: “These are the best days …”

April 18, 2022April 18, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Homily: Judge less and see more clearly

Judge less and see more clearly.… Read More Homily: Judge less and see more clearly

April 5, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Homily at my father’s funeral: Trust & Resurrection power

Entrust our deceased to Jesus because of His Resurrection power.… Read More Homily at my father’s funeral: Trust & Resurrection power

March 7, 2022March 6, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Homily: Beware the lies

Watch out for the lies. They immediately reprogram us.… Read More Homily: Beware the lies

February 28, 2022February 27, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Homily: Forgiveness and Eucharist

If you want healing, bring your pain to the Eucharist.… Read More Homily: Forgiveness and Eucharist

February 21, 2022February 20, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

First homily: Speaking from heart to heart

With the Lord, we have a voice.… Read More First homily: Speaking from heart to heart

January 31, 2022January 30, 2022 Deacon JonasLeave a comment

Friday reflection: Mary, obedience, water

Want to act quickly when God asks you? Check out my latest Friday reflection.… Read More Friday reflection: Mary, obedience, water

February 13, 2021February 12, 2021 Deacon Jonas2 Comments

Proclaim the Word of God: Reading the Bible

Before you proclaim the Word of God, have you been reading the Word of God?… Read More Proclaim the Word of God: Reading the Bible

April 6, 2020May 18, 2020 Deacon Jonas11 Comments

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