​"The Cross is the axis of the universe, and whoever wants to be on the axis of the universe, will have to be with the Crucified on the Cross. "
From the Ninth Experience of Raymond Nader with Saint Sharbel.
 
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​we implore you, Christ our God, teach us the meaning of sacrifice and the cross in our lives. Let us see the great riches and the abundance of goods which flow from them.
Maronite Liturgy

“As you race to ensure your future and that of your children, always remember that your future is not the last of your days in this world, but it is the first day in the next world.”
From the Eleventh Experience of Raymond Nader with Saint Sharbel.
 
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"You are walking on the paths of your life carrying many loads, burdens and concerns, carrying some jars, that are needed, and others, that are useless… Carry one jar, the jar of Christ, and He will fill it with love and carry it with you."
From the Tenth Experience of Raymond Nader with Saint Sharbel.
 
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Image: A jar at the Hermitage of Annaya – Lebanon

​By fasting and prayer, we know ourselves and master our passions and desires; disputes cease and peace reigns among individuals, in families and among the nations.
Maronite Liturgy

"Knowledge devoid of love is devoid of the Spirit and destructive to man. Earth is a holy planet, where the feet of the God of the universe trod and which the lights of the Spirit lit."
From the Fifth Experience of Raymond Nader with Saint Sharbel.

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​How beautiful are pure fasts, vigils and prayers and how precious is fraternal love. The one who practices them will become the temple of the Lord, where the Holy spirit dwells.
Maronite Liturgy

"Man is dust and light: Whoever lives in the dust returns to the dust and dies in the dust. Whoever lives in light, returns to light and lives in light."
From the Third Experience of Raymond Nader with Saint Sharbel.
 
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Lord, make the light of your face shine in our hearts and souls and on this day of Lent, we shall walk in the brightness of your light.
Maronite Liturgy.