Catechist's Notes

Embarking on a spiritual journey can sometimes feel like navigating an intricate maze. However, some paths, like the teachings of Brother Lawrence in "The Practice of the Presence of God," offer a simple yet profound method: maintaining a constant, loving awareness of God. If you're wondering how to integrate this practice into your daily life, here's a step-by-step guide to help you. 1. Begin With Intention Every morning, upon waking, dedicate a few quiet moments to acknowledge God's presence. Set an intention to keep this connection alive throughout the day, laying a foundation for the hours ahead. 2. Set Up Reminders In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's easy to forget our spiritual intentions. Use alarms, sticky notes, or even daily habits (like sipping water) as cues to refocus on God's presence. 3. Elevate Mundane Activities Choose routine tasks—be it brushing your teeth, washing dishes, or taking a stroll—as sacred moments. Engage in these...

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This is a free resource for catechists and educators. I encourage you to share it with your parish, school, or religious education organization. Feel free to use and distribute Catechist's Notes materials, as long as the content and the copyright 2022 © www.catechistsnotes.com information is unaltered from its original form.   How to Download file: 1. Left click on image file. 2. Right click on image. 3. Click 'Save Image As..." 4. Click 'Save'.    

You are here because God loves you. God knows you and deeply loves you, which is why God created this world for us. God will never leave us. God is always be right with us, even when things get tough. This is why it is important to trust in God and love God with all your heart. It is clear that many people have a strong faith to rely on. They know that God loves them and has a plan for their lives. That is why they are here on earth. God loves each and every one of us. That is why he created the world for us, to live in. God loves you and will never leave you. God is always with us no matter what we are going through. Trusting in God is important, because we need God to help us throughout our lives. I believe in God and is always present in my life. Whenever I feel God’s presence, I know God is watching over me and loves me. My faith has given me peace and happiness in my life.