Author Archives: Gary Zimak

Total Consecration Begins On September 4th!

  I’m pleased to announce that, beginning on September 4th, I’ll once again be leading Total Consecration To Jesus Through Mary on my daily BlogTalkRadio show. This year, I’m thrilled that we’ll be using the acclaimed book by Fr. Michael … Continue reading

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Feeling Depressed and Hopeless? Turn To Saint Jude!

  One of the blessings granted to me by the Lord is the opportunity to encounter many people who are suffering. While this hardly sounds like a blessing, I consider it an honor because I’m able to share His “Good … Continue reading

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Confused About Eucharistic Adoration? Vinny Flynn Can Help!

  It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of Eucharistic Adoration. I greatly look forward to the time that I spend before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. When I’m with Him, I feel at peace and the time seems … Continue reading

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Jesus Wasn’t Kidding When He Said We’d Be Hated!

  You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance you will secure your lives. (Luke 21:17-19) I can just about guarantee that as soon as … Continue reading

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An Urgent Plea For Prayers

  I receive many requests to pray for people, but this is one of the most heart breaking pleas that I’ve seen in a long time. This young woman needs a miracle! Although her situation looks grim, we know that … Continue reading

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A Prayer For An End To Worry

  Earlier today, I discovered this prayer in a “Healing and Hope” prayer book published by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. It may very well be the BEST prayer that I’ve ever seen on the subject of worry. If … Continue reading

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Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?

  Why would a loving God allow bad things to happen? Yesterday’s tragedy at the Boston Marathon certainly brings this question to the minds of many people. If God really loves us, why does He allow us to suffer? Why … Continue reading

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10 Positive Things That Happen When We Pray

  Why should I bother to pray? If you’re like me, you’ve probably asked yourself this question at least once in your life. Whether it’s motivated by the fact that “God already knows what I need” or by “God doesn’t … Continue reading

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Taking The Passion Personally

  As we enter into Holy Week, the Church invites us to enter into the experience of Our Lord’s Passion. On Palm Sunday, we’ll listen to the narrative that will detail the events leading up to His agonizing death on … Continue reading

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Making The Most Of Holy Week

  As Lent draws to a close, it’s quite possible that full scale panic may begin to set in as you realize that you haven’t done all that much to take advantage of the season. If so, my advice to … Continue reading

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