Category Archives: Pray

Envíanos el Espíritu Santo para que nos guíe. ¡Ayúdanos, Jesús! Hay tanto dolor y oscuridad. Necesitamos tu luz. John Kingery (c) 2026

Psalm 127: 1-2 If the Lord does not build the house, in vain do its builders labor; if the Lord does not guard the city, in vain does the guard keep watch.  Sirach 35:12-17 Give to the Most High as he has given to you,  generously, … Continue reading →

Three weeks ago, I was talking on the phone with a friend.  They said, “Why Aren’t there protest songs like the 1960s and 70s?”   I reflected and yes, prayed about it. Music is very important in my life.  I have … Continue reading →

Mardi Gras:  Pray for Peace Today is Tuesday, March 1, 2022 the day before Ash Wednesday – Mardi Gras.  Traditionally it is time for partying and revelry.  Instead let us pray for and support peace in the Ukraine. As the … Continue reading →

Desire and Help Jesus, I desire to be your disciple in Spirit. Jesus, help me to be your disciple in Spirit. Jesus, I desire to be your disciple in Thought. Jesus, help me to be your disciple in Thought. Jesus, … Continue reading →

They banned refugees, I welcomed them and prayed. They criminalized immigrants, and I prayed. I realized they are our brothers and sisters. They demonized the Dreamers and their families, and I prayed. I listened and learned. I will pray! I … Continue reading →

We and I Quit trying to be perfect. Use that as a balance of spirit, mind and body. God’s Spirit gives the form and balance.  We have enough information. You can go on your way. I kept pushing and helping … Continue reading →

The Beatitudes for Standing Rock By John M. Kingery 11/22/2016 Matthew 5:3 -12 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.                 They are the 40% of Standing Rock residents living below the poverty line. … Continue reading →

When I was in Chicago Social Action Summer Institute in July 2016, I met Deacon Randy Clement from St. John – The Evangelist Catholic Church in Prairieville, Louisiana.   He is member of the cloud of witnesses to Christ’s love and … Continue reading →

When I was in Chicago for the 30th Social Action Summer Institute in July 2016, I met Deacon Randy Clement from St. John – The Evangelist Catholic Church in Prairieville, Louisiana.   He is a member of the cloud of witnesses … Continue reading →