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Ashley.This daughter of a devoted catholic and an excellent chef grew up in the heart of city - rain and shine. Paved her way to university to becoming an entrepreneur/marketer, her journey of twenty-three continues as she unravels the mysteries of life through her love for photography, food, traveling, the streets and beautiful things. |
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Sunday, March 23, 2008
HAPPY EASTER (A new beginning...) Returning to the blog scene because there is so much to share. This time, including the One who died for our sins - Jesus! For the past months or even years, I must admit that going to church was simply to fulfill my Sunday obligations. Not forgetting, a simply sacrifice/responsibility in abstaining from red meat on Fridays slowly had no meaning. In other words, I didn't care! And though, since young I knew God has always been in my life, I have always failed to recognize His works and presence. Most of the time, I took it for granted. Many Christians (including myself) may be guilty for ONLY praying/seeking Him when we are in need, and when our lives are on smooth grounds, we forget Him. We don't thank Him for our day or another day to be able to spend time with Him as well our loved ones. And when He doesn't answer our prayers the way we expect or doesn't answer them immediately, we throw our tempers at Him. Don't forget, He is working little miracles every single day of your life (and I must learn that too). I can still remember during my Catechism (Sunday classes) days, one of my teacher once told me that she waited 10years for her prayer to be answered. This clearly shows that God do answer prayers and they are answered in His time. All we have to do is to be patient and continue believing in Him. Every year, I tell myself, "Alright, I shall strengthen my Faith in the Lord. Maybe join a cell group in Church? Hmmmm..." It never did work out, the common excuse - NO TIME! I have other commitments you know... (does this sound very familiar but true?) And now its time to wake up from this long long "break". On Maundy Thursday, Father Bryan's homily surprised me indeed! As though he could read my mind. He mentioned exactly what I was looking for before stepping into Church. The following day, after attending the 2nd part of the mass in my church. I was invited to a Protestant Church, and I must say the role play was good. It was lively (just like a concert). However, something was missing - The Eucharist. The proper time to have a quiet moment with the Lord could not be found. NO OFFENCE! And just yesterday, celebrating the risen Lord and the newly baptised, somehow was very different. (Father Ho was such a joker) It was more lively than ever, everyone was happy. The celebration lasted for 3hours but I wanted it to go on. I didn't want it to end. I even sat next to a Father (priest) whom I later found out from my mom that he was the priest who baptised my family 16years ago. How blessed could I be (: Throughout the 3days (Maundy Thursday, Good Friday & Holy Saturday), I could really feel His presence as though a huge figure of Him with open palms was watching over us, and I teared 3times during the 3days' celebration. THIS IS THE BEST EASTER EVER! Adding on, I have also plucked up my courage to sign up for the cell group (SCC) and I am not shamed that I want to grow closer to God, that I am a child of His, and I love Him. After reading my testimony, and you are curious to find out more. Do step up, whether you are already a Catholic/Christian or a Non-believer in Christ. Do email me at ashez87@hotmail.com. I will be most delighted to walk in this journey with you. To All, Happy Easter and God Bless! penned by ash.
2:22:00 PM
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