So we had a night on reverence on Sunday -- something that is always good to hear now and then.  As the night went on and I listened to the CORE team talk as well as the teens sharing why they come to Mass and what distracts them.  One thing that crossed my mind when the point was brought up about how we dress for Mass is -- when you go out for a nice dinner don't you dress up?  So why don't most of us dress up for the most important banquet we will ever encounter here on earth?  Something that only takes a fraction of our time here on earth?  Doesn't God deserve it?  I think so!  You deserve to dress better everyday for yourself, others and most importantly God (the bible verse of the day sums this up the best.  )

If you find yourself distracted at Mass I found two things that help me when I find myself not fully attentive (i.e. baby crying, others distract me, etc) - I either close my eyes or focus on the crucifx both help me to be in the Mass.  I look forward every week for Mass - one to be with and recieve God - every week!  I love being Catholic.  Something I wish everyone could experience (and you can if you want. )

I pray that the reverence for the Mass becomes more important for everyone (around the world).  I also pray that we treat our bodies with respect not just at Mass but everyday as it was created by God for us to do His work.

Random Fact of the Day - Michael Phelps is the only one who stands with more gold medals in Olympic history.

Patron Saint of the Day: St. Thomas Aquinas - patron saint of students, scholars, schools, learning, chasitity and much more.  Click HERE for more.

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 "Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.”