Comments on: Thursday 12th September 2024

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 01:56:23 +0000

Thank you Analise for such an honest self-evaluation. It’s easy to get annoyed with people who don’t do their best, and we need God’s grace to not judge them and to help as much as we can, knowing God will bless such efforts. But please realize it is not mean to say No to something you’re uncomfortable with, nor is it selfish to withhold medical advice outside the office. In fact these responses are wise and can be done with love. God bless you for all you do for your patients and for us at A Catholic Moment.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:52:05 +0000

Very nice self reflection. I too was of the opinion that my accomplishments were the result of my hard work and drive. However, I failed to realize that they were gifts from the Lord. Your ability to be an accomplished physician is a gift from the Lord for the benefit of his people. You think all those others could have worked hard to be like you but life doesn’t work that way. Everything is carefully orchestrated by God. (Not a single sparrow falls….)

You have understood your gift; God bless you for your sharing and writing.

By: Tami

Tami — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:14:47 +0000

I feel the same way you do. Self-preservation! I’m sure it is not easy to deal with patients who have heard of wild cures. I have been told to take rat poison or dewormer for animals to cure my cancer. Not sure if they are trying to help or want me to die sooner. God Bless you!

By: Helen

Helen — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:42:38 +0000

Thank you Analise.It’s easy to read the word of God but much much harder to actually live it.Being aware of our shortcomings and asking the Lord to help overcome them is a good place to start.We appreciate you taking time out of your busy day to write your honest reflections.God Bless you and your patients.

By: Pam Gilreath

Pam Gilreath — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:44:33 +0000

Thanks for your open and honest commentary. I find it very motivating.

By: Jen

Jen — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:26:35 +0000

Very honest, Analise. I relate to much of what you wrote as I am happy to help those who I see as truly needing the help but struggle to assist those who I feel should be able to help themselves. I pray to have a more generous heart and to put my judgment away.

Thank you, Analise!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:12:29 +0000

Thanks for an honest examination of conscience. I could use a bit of that myself. Today’s Gospel is a good check to see where we stand in our Christian lives. ✝️ I hope I score ok with the Lord. Peace with you my sister.

By: JONATHAN

JONATHAN — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:19:21 +0000

May God who.knitted us in our mother’s womb,grant us the grace to Love those who hate us.
Thank you for your beautiful writing from your office computer.