Month of Mary

The month of May is dedicated to The Blessed Virgin Mary. The entire month falls within the liturgical season of Easter, which is represented by the liturgical color white — the color of light, a symbol of joy, purity and innocence (absolute or restored).

The Holy Father's Intentions for the Month of May 2009

General: That Christians may use literature, art and the media to greater advantage to favour a culture which defends and promotes the values of the human person.

Focus of the Liturgy

The Gospel readings for all the Sundays in May are taken from St. John and St. Mark and are from Year B, Cycle 1.

May 3 - 4th Sunday of Easter	In this Gospel Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd.
May 10th - 5th Sunday of Easter	In today's Gospel Jesus says He is the vine and we are the branches.
May 17th - 6th Sunday of Easter	Christ gives the commandment to love as He loves.
May 24th - Ascension	Jesus tells his disciples to preach the Gospel to the whole world.
May 31st - Pentecost	In this Gospel Jesus gives His disciples the power to forgive sins.

A Time of Grace

The world is resplendent with Spring's increased light and new growth. It is Mary’s month in the Easter season and all of nature rejoices with the Queen of heaven at the Resurrection of the Son she was worthy to bear. During the remainder of Easter time, let us endeavor through the prayers of the Holy Liturgy and the Holy Rosary to deepen our gratitude for the mystery of our Baptismal rebirth in Christ.

Pentecost, the birth of the Church, is also among the celebrations of May. Though sprung from the side of Christ on the Cross, the Church marks as her birthday the descent of the Holy Spirit on Mary and the Apostles. At the 'birth' of the world, the Holy Spirit — the Breath of God — was the "mighty wind [that] swept over the waters" (Gen 1:2); at the birth of the Church He is present again "like the rush of a mighty wind" to recreate the world in the image of Christ through His Church (Acts 2:2).

We, the members of Christ’s Mystical Body, are the present-day disciples sent by the Holy Spirit to bring Christ to the world. May we go forth as did Mary, who set out in haste to assist St. Elizabeth (feast of the Visitation, May 31). Come upon us, O Holy Spirit, so that, with Mary, we may proclaim the greatness of the Lord who has done great things for us — for his mercy endures forever!

Rosary prayer at CSS

Everyday during May

Starts at 7.30pm

Rosary month 2008

 

Housemates wanted

Hey friends! Looking for a new place to stay or kolej mawar/melati/seroja kicks u outs. No fret! Here are some options for you. 

Apartment Baiduri, Section 7.

- 2 person (FEMALE non-Muslim only)

- Deposit 2 + 1 (RM120++ per month)

- Partially furnished, streamyx connection available

- Easy to get bus (T603, T601, Seranas)

- Friendly housemates..!

Interested?

Kindly contact us at..

019-3694151 (Tina)

016-8910836 (Jaja)

012-8634226 (Pyte)

Apartment Baiduri, Section 7.

-Master bedroom RM300

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019-3678847 (Ellyza)

Baiduri Apartment

Section 8, Block 1

- Fully furnished

- Female

Any further info, please contact...

Angel - 019-6107010

p/s. anyone who would like to advertise, can email at amandaleonie@gmail.com (Amanda), I'll post it at CSS notice board as well.

Third Day Exam Prayer

Third Day of Exams "When I look up at your heavens, the work of your fingers, at the moon and the stars you have set in place, what is a frail mortal, that you should be mindful of him, a human being, that you should take notice of him?" Psalm 8: 3,4 (REB) Wondrous God, we look at Creation when we study, and see so much. We see the works of Thy fingers in the majesty of science and the arts, telling us that these are the implements by which we build Thy Kingdom. We are in awe of the infinity of Thy universe, and seek to know as much as we are able. May the combination of all our minds open to us an understanding of the meaning of it all. Armed with this vision, may we explore the knowledge we have and use it wisely. In our examinations, may we display our knowledge with reverence and duty, "Lord our Sovereign, how glorious is your Name throughout the world!" (Psalm 8: 9 (REB)) Amen.

Exam Prayer

Prayer for Preparation to Study Grant me peace, O God, as I open my books and notes. Open my mind to Thy will, and may I dedicate these hours to Thy Son, Jesus Christ. Offer me insight, O Lord, that I might understand these things, and see them as a part of Thy Kingdom. May I offer Thee my best in reading and learning that it may be a part of my discipleship. O Jesus Christ, may this be a worthy time that is faithful to Thee and bring me closer to the goals I have in order to serve Thee. I offer this time and prayer in Thy holy Name. Amen.

Second Day of Exams "Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn her seven pillars. … The first step to wisdom is the fear of the Lord, and knowledge of the Most Holy One is understanding." Proverbs 9: 1,10 (REB) Whether I have an exam or not, incline my ear to Thy word, and open my eyes to Thy presence. It is so easy to forget that Thou art with us. Direct my energy to the accomplishment of Thy will for me, allowing my spirit to detect the direction in which I might best be Thy disciple. Today I find myself immersed in words, sentences, symbols and equations – whatever language which my subject uses. May they speak clearly and with distinction. May my desk be an altar where I may lay down my life through my efforts, and dedicate it all to Thee by quickening my knowledge for Thy will to be done. Amen.

CSS Library

Final exams, good luck people!!

Hmm... does that sound famiiar. Yeap. GOOD LUCK. Do you guys really need luck in doing your exams. Isn't that a stab at your friend's confidence. Probably wishing good luck to your electrical engineering friend, do you think he needs luck in trying to solve a complex problematic mathematical question. Studying is a process, therefore it involves work, hard work, and little luck, if any. Maybe for some, saying good luck is an insult, because you've been studying hard for the whole semester, and what you get is only LUCK. Try saying "good SKILL". :)  

Celebrating the Second Sunday of Easter last Saturday, Fr. Chris on his sermont asked us whether we feel doubt in facing the upcoming final exam. *silent in CSS* Why should we. "Doubt no longer, but believe" is the statement which shines from the Gospel, the statement is also the theme for CSS Final Blessing Mass (blessing for graduating students & for us students taking exams). 

Fr. Chris : "Why doubt if preparation have been made, have faith."

Faith is a conduct or work inspired by the complete surrender to mental acceptance. By saying 10 Hail Marys before exam will not help you if didn't prepare.  

In James 2:14-16, we show our faith by our works. Faith is when preparation have been made and applying it during exam, with this, we no longer have doubt in entering the exam hall, but believe we can answer the question with confidence.

So, friends ALL THE BEST in your finals!!!

Some shots of members studying at CSS.

 

CSS ada pantry kicil. Uik, kalo mo minum mau derma sepuluh sin kaitu?

Clockwise

1. Lissa with her RECYCLE final year project.

2. Last revision before tomorrow's paper for Irene.

3. Cotton, taking a 5 minutes nap. Skali sampai jam 8 pagi pula kan.

4. Er.. Pa ko buat tu Kaleb, oh.. movie.

    

Clockwise

1. Elvin, Rayner & Adam, their discussion is all about harmony, notes, music, etc.

2. Reserved for smoking studying students. Waha.

3. Rolland, practising his conducting skill. Yea, another music student. 

Prayer in a Time of Anxiety

When I am truly anxious, O God, remind me of my love of Your Son, Jesus Christ. May I realize that I will not be abandoned, but am accompanied always by Him. 

Dispel any sense of self-concern, and remind me that others are feeling the same tensions, which is only natural in times of stress. 

Grant me insight , God of Wisdom, to see the things that have been taught, to understand them in unfolding story of Your Creation, and our place within it. 

May I lay my head down to rest confident that You are always with us, through the love and affection of Your Son, Jesus Christ, my Redeemer and Lord. Amen.

First Day of Exams "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and they who live by it grow in understanding. Praise will be His for ever." Psalm 111: 10 (REB) O wise God, I pray that my mind might be rested, my body energized, and my spirit inspired for the exam I must write. Grant me peace and assurance so that I might do the best I am able, regardless of what that might be. Be with my fellow students that I might be a good example to them of faithfulness, offering reassurance and confidence regardless of how I feel. May I be honest and insightful, able to give a true record of what I have learned this past term. In the end, may any disappointment be born with grace and any joy accompanied with humility. I write this examination with Thee, O God. Amen.