Paul Koleske conducts Parish Missions
By paul | June 25, 2010
Thanks to all of you who have requested information on my Mission Series – 'Igniting the Light of Christ Within'.
People ask how far in advance I book Missions. That all depends on the calendar at any given point in time. I can book a Mission as little as two months out or as much as 3 years out.
My Mission Series was received very well and I am currently booking more for the Fall of 2010, all of 2011 & 2012 and up until Easter 2013.
If you'd like to talk to me about how a Mission with me might fit at your parish, don't hesitate to call me (262) 939-7456 or email me at paul@paulkoleske.com.
Have a great Summer and……..keep the faith!
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Paul Koleske Curriculum Vitae
By paul | April 30, 2010
Paul Koleske
262-939-7456
Email address: paul@paulkoleske.com
The Early Years
Paul was born, March 4, 1960, and raised in Racine, Wisconsin.
Paul attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and School in Racine, WI.
Paul graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in Racine in 1978.
Paul has a B.S. in Marketing from University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.
Special Training – Competencies & Interests
Paul’s vocal ability is natural – he sang solos in church at age 9.
Paul spent 5 years studying the guitar and music theory.
He wrote his first song at age 12 and has written 94 more since. 23 songs have been professionally produced.
Paul has been a student of personal development with a spiritual emphasis and continues to study the connection between personal and spiritual advancement by living a God/Christ/Holy Spirit – centered life.
Paul took the Protecting God’s Children course in the Milwaukee, WI Diocese.
Special Training – Competencies & Interests
His public speaking career began in his 20’s as a convention speaker when he began his own personal development sales business distributing products from Success Motivation Institute in Waco, Texas.
Paul is an inspirational speaker that ignites the natural God-given energy resident in all people (by virtue of the Holy Spirit). Weaving scripture verses into his messages, he shows Catholics how to use them as the ultimate tool to begin the process of change leading to a more Spirit-filled life. (Mission series)
Paul was trained as a cantor and sang at St. Joseph’s parish for 5 years.
The Catholic Church is an interest that fascinates Paul.
Paul conducts parish; concerts, missions, afternoon/evenings of reflection, retreats, workshops and youth ministry events (with a special emphasis on confirmation retreats). He travels the united states of America sharing his Catholic music and spoken word ministry.
Church Positions Held
Paul was on the St. Joseph’s Parish Council elected Chairman his third year.
Paul co-chartered and co-chaired an Evangelization Committee responsible for returning to the regular practice of Eucharistic Adoration at St Joseph’s after it had been dormant for over 2 decades.
Paul is currently a parishioner at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Racine, WI and helps out as a cantor and musician when he is not on the road with his Catholic music & speaking ministry.
Writings
Paul has written nearly 4 dozen Contemporary Christian songs with 23 fully produced and more to be recorded and released in 2011.
Recordings
Paul has two compact discs to his credit:
· FREE ME released in 1996 at the advent of his ministry,
· THANK YOU LORD released in 2007 as his ministry became a full-time vocation.
· Paul is currently writing music and recording a third CD to be titled; ‘I BELIEVE’ or ‘ACOUSTIC AMEN’.
Partial List of Clients and Venues Where His Ministry Was Shared
EWTN Dana Scallon show ‘We Are One Body’ – Birmingham, Alabama
Chicago Marian Conference, Chicago, Illinois
Heartbeat Record Company Appearances – California, New Jersey, Illinois
Archdiocese of Madison Workshop – Madison, Wisconsin
St. Bernard Catholic Church – Madison, Wisconsin
St. Joseph Catholic Church – Racine, Wisconsin
St. Joseph Catholic School – Racine, Wisconsin
Christ The King Catholic Church – Burlington, Vermont
St. Monica Chapel Senior Citizen Home – Racine, Wisconsin
St. Edward Catholic Church – Rockford, Illinois
Archdiocese of Rockford, Illinois – Right to Life Conference
St. Matthias Catholic Church – Chicago, Illinois
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church – Portage, Michigan
St. John Catholic Church – Jefferson, Wisconsin
St. Stephen Catholic Church – Port Huron, Michigan
St. Pius X Catholic Church – Cambridge, Wisconsin
St. Rita School – Racine, Wisconsin
St. Rita Church – Racine, Wisconsin
St. Anthony Catholic Church – Portsmouth, Rhode Island
St. Patrick Catholic Church – Cottage Grove, Wisconsin
Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary – Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church – Racine, Wisconsin
Christ The King Catholic Church – Rutland, Vermont
St. Ann Catholic Church – Stoughton, Wisconsin
Christ The King Catholic Church – McFarland, Wisconsin
Sacred Heart Catholic Church – Marshfield, Wisconsin
Queenship of Mary Catholic Church – Northampton, Pennsylvania
St. Sebastian Catholic Church – Sturtevant, Wisconsin
St. Paul Catholic Church – Sellersburg, Indiana
St. James Catholic Church – Franklin, Wisconsin
St. Mary Catholic Church – Platteville, Wisconsin
St. Mary Catholic Church – Waverly, Minnesota
St. John Brebeuf Catholic Church – Niles, Illinois
St. Joseph Catholic Church – Waterloo, Wisconsin
St. Peter of Alcantara – Port Washington, Wisconsin
Holy Ghost Catholic Church – South Holland, Illinois
Holy Family/St. Lawrence – Essex Junction, Vermont
St. Mark Catholic Church – Independence, Missouri
St. Joseph Catholic Church – Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
St. John the Baptist (now Divine Savior) – Payne, Ohio
St. Peter Catholic Church – Kenosha, Wisconsin
St. Agnes Catholic Church – Charleston, West Virginia
Our Lady of Mount Carmel – Kenosha, Wisconsin
St. John Vianney Catholic Church – Janesville, Wisconsin
St. Pius X Catholic Church – Essex, Vermont
St. Joseph Catholic Church – Baraboo, Wisconsin
Immaculate Conception – West Bend, Wisconsin
Our Lady of the Lakes – Random Lake, Wisconsin
St. Lucy Catholic Church – Racine, Wisconsin
Our Lady of Assumption – Beloit, Wisconsin
St. Patrick Catholic Church – Troy, Ohio
Christ The King Catholic Church – Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Holy Apostles Catholic Church – McHenry, Illinois
Holy Angels Catholic Church – Aurora, Illinois
Holy Name (now St. Richard) – Racine, Wisconsin
St. Mary by the Lake – Racine, Wisconsin
Holy Rosary Catholic Church – Kenosha, Wisconsin
St Casimir School – Kenosha, Wisconsin
St Catherine High School – Racine, Wisconsin
Holy Family Catholic Church – Elizabeth City, North Carolina
St. Monica Catholic Church – Barre, Vermont
Central Vermont Catholic School – Barre, Vermont
Holy Cross Catholic Church – Colchester, Vermont
Sinsinawa Mound – Sinsinawa, Wisconsin
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church – Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania
St. Mary Catholic Church – Plano, Illinois
St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church – Romeoville, Illinois
Sacred Heart Catholic Church – Marshfield, Wisconsin
Corpus Christi Catholic Church – Marshfield, Wisconsin
St. Edward Catholic Church – Princeton, Minnesota
St. Pius X Catholic Church – Zimmerman, Minnesota
St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church – Gibbsboro, New Jersey
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church – Daytona Beach, Florida
St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church – Jensen Beach, Florida
Good Shepherd Catholic Parish – Braddock, Pennsylvania
St. Patrick Catholic Church – Hubbard, Ohio
St. Anthony Catholic Church - Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
St. Maria Lanakila Catholic Church – Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church – New Berlin, Wisconsin
Christ Our Light Parish – Loudonville, New York
Our Lady of Good Counsel – Inwood, Long Island, New York
Our Lady of Calvary – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
St. Patrick Catholic Church – Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
Nativity of St. Mary – Janesville, Wisconsin
Our Lady Queen of Peace – Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania
St. Francis of Assisi – Greenlawn, New York
St. Thomas More – Narragansett, Rhode Island
Memberships
National Association of Pastoral Musicians
962 Wayne Avenue, Suite 210
Silver Spring, MD 20910-4461
240.247.3000
Partial Reference Letter List
http://paulkoleske.com/reference-letters/
Partial Reference List
Fr. Bill Dietzler – Pastor – St. Paul the Apostle – Racine, WI (262) 886-0530 (my Pastor)
Fr. Mark Jones – Pastor – St. Lucy – Racine, WI (262) 554-1801
Msgr. Duane Moellenberndt - Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary – Sun Prairie, WI (608) 837-7381
Fr. Tom May – St. John Brebeuf – Niles, IL (847) 966-9815
Fr. O. Charles Schluter – St. Mary – Platteville, WI (608) 348-9735
Fr. Charles Ranges – Holy Family/St. Lawrence – Essex Junction, VT (802) 878-5331
Fr. Daniel Gray – St. Anthony – Portsmouth, RI (401) 683-0089
Fr. Timothy Cloutier – St. Mary – Waverly, MN (763) 658-4319
Msgr. John Campbell – Queenship of Mary – Northampton, PA (610) 262-2227
Kevin Barasa – Music Director – St. James – Franklin, WI (414) 761-0480
Mike Kiebel – Music Director – St. Catherine of Siena – Portage, MI (269) 327-5165
Pat Smith – Adult Faith Formation – St. Patrick – Troy, OH (937) 335-2833
Barb Abler – Youth Director – Christ the King – Wauwatosa, WI (414) 322-0298
Dolores Snyder – DRE – St. Paul – Sellersburg, IN (812) 246-5088
Linda Halverson – Music Director- St Elizabeth Ann Seton – New Berlin, WI (262) 782-6760
Fr. Leopold J. Bilodeau – Pastor – St Monica’s – Barre, VT (802) 479-3253
Brian Bacon – Worship Director – St Mark – Independence, MO (816) 373-2600
Fr. John P. McDonough – Pastor – St Agnes – Charleston, WV (304) 925-2836
Cathy Terranova – DRE – Holy Family – Elizabeth City, NC (252) 335-7346
Sr. Alma Gallagher – Spiritual Life Director – St. Andrew – Gibbsboro, NJ (856) 784-8501
Pattie Pflugradt – Office Staff – Sacred Heart – Marshfield, WI (715) 384-3213
Steve Jannetti – Music Director – Our Lady of Lourdes – Daytona Beach, FL (386) 255-0433
Fr. James Molgano – Pastor – St. Martin de Porres – Jensen Beach, FL (772) 334-4214
Fr. Tom Burke – Pastor – Good Shepherd – Braddock, PA (412) 271-1515
Karen Bartos – CRE – St. Patrick – Hubbard, OH (330) 534-1928
Fr. Roland Bunda – Pastor – St. Anthony – Wailuku, Maui, HI (808) 244-4148
Fr. Gary Colton – Pastor – St. Maria Lanakila – Lahaina, Maui, HI (808) 661-0552
Meghi Graziano – P. Assoc. for Evangelization – Christ Our Light – Loudonville, NY (518) 458-2902
Fr. Larry Duncklee – Pastor – Our Lady of Good Counsel – Inwood, NY (516) 239-0953
Fr. John Paul – Pastor – Our Lady of Calvary – Philadelphia, PA (215) 637-7515
Fr. Jack Batykefer – Pastor – St. Patrick – Canonsburg, PA (724) 745-6560
Fr. Joe Codori – Parochial Vicar – St. Patrick – Canonsburg, PA (724) 745-6560
Fr. Peter Kaczmarek – Pastor – St. Francis of Assisi – Greenlawn, NY (631) 757-7435
Steve Crawford – Pastoral Assistant – St. Thomas More – Narragansett, RI (401) 7897682
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Paul Koleske’s Igniting The Light of Christ Mission Series Overview
By paul | April 30, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
If your Parish is considering having a Mission, consider hosting Paul Koleske (Ko-Less-Key).
Paul is a Catholic in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Diocese. He has a Lay Catholic Music & Speaking Ministry and does special events like parish Missions, Concerts, Reflections, Retreats, Workshops & Youth Ministry events. For more information on Paul’s background click on this link http://paulkoleske.com/biography/
Paul Koleske’s Mission Series is inspirational. One can have all the knowledge in the world but if not inspired to take action and use that knowledge for building Christ’s Church, increasing spiritual growth and uplifting of self, and mankind, what good is it?
When Paul shares his Mission Series, it is meant to inspire your congregation and get them to understand that they, when working with God as their “Source”, are the epicenter of great possibilities. Paul helps individuals in your faith community fully accept the fact that God indwells them and has endowed them with incredible power to achieve great things! He does this using his Holy-Spirit-inspired musical compositions and his teachings with the spoken word all while engaging the audience to maximize their comprehension. Paul helps people replace the old paradigm of “I am separate from God” with a,” oneness with God mindset”. His message empowers Catholics to live a more fruitful spiritual life.
Paul’s ministry also presents a fresh look at treasures in scripture that are beacons as to how we all can live as we follow in the footsteps of Christ, by truly possessing the’ Light of Christ’. Jesus, our ultimate model for how to live life, intended all His followers to experience the power of His resurrection in many ways in their every -day lives!
Paul has a background in personal development, life coaching and has had parish involvement as a Cantor, Parish Council member (former president), and Evangelization committee member as co-chairman.
Paul is an inspirational speaker not a motivational speaker – although his message will inspire all, the true meaning of motivation is having a reason, a motive to act or take action. That is something that is a personal matter for each member of your parish. Paul’s teachings increase peoples’ belief in the power God gives them. Paul’s ministry also shares practical techniques people can use to increase their connection with the Presence of the Holy Spirit. He is currently authoring a 26 week course with a spiritual emphasis titled ‘Praxis Personal Development’ that will be available in the Fall of 2010.
Paul will, in very simple terms teach your congregation why and how they are already “wired” to succeed in building up themselves and the Church while discovering God’s purpose for their lives. He’ll give several ideas that will show how your parishioners can exercise the true meaning of education which is to draw from within. And on what power do we draw from? The Risen Christ!
Paul’s 3 night Mission is constructed under the broad “umbrella” of Igniting the Light of Christ within you!
‘Igniting the Light of Christ within you!’ Mission Series
By
Paul Koleske
Many would agree that religion is doing “things” to get right with God. But, Jesus calls us to a personal relationship with Him!
So what’s the difference between the two? Doesn’t “religion” already connect me and allow me to personally experience and live out the Light of Christ that resides within me?
There is a great chasm between the two concepts stated above and it is imperative that Catholics learn how to be more aware, understand, and know the Power of the Risen Christ in their daily lives on a moment-by-moment basis!
Paul Koleske covers these all-important topics in his 3 night Mission Series entitled; ‘Igniting the Light of Christ within you!’
Paul’s Mission of Inspiration for your parish has 3 parts:
- Connecting with the Light of Christ
- Experiencing the Light of Christ
- Living the Light of Christ
Connecting with the Light of Christ
Paul had a turning point that he terms a “conversion experience” in his walk as a “lukewarm” Catholic Christian. When he asked a special favor of God, he got a bit more than he bargained for. During Mission night #1 – Connecting with the Light of Christ, Paul will share this miracle story as a reminder that miracles are possible and in fact happen every day. Paul points out the miracle of life, our minds and bodies and how they were meant to function with the Light of Christ coursing through our beings! And wait until your congregation sees the visual of conclusive proof of the Presence of Christ within!
And let’s not forget the miracle of the Mass and transubstantiation! Paul will point to the most recent proof of the miracle of transubstantiation last proved in 1971 and known as The Miracle of Lanciano.
Paul also points out why most people are missing the “spirit” required to move mountains in their lives and the Church. Most people simply don’t fully believe and thus, have a timid spirit that is not attractive and thus doesn’t inspire themselves or others. People simply lack faith in themselves and their ability and often times in the inspired word of the gospel!
Experiencing the Light of Christ
Experiencing the Light of Christ on a personal level is something all Catholics need to improve on.
In order to fully experience the Living Christ, Catholics must understand additional aspects of the mind-body function that they choose to set up and experience each day of their lives! In this all-important series, Paul teaches Catholics about the power of the spoken word and shares several practical ideas on what your parishioners can do to break the mental cycles of anxiety, fear, doubt, worry, and guilt. All this information has its roots in the scriptures and several powerful verses will be discussed to engage the audience so that they understand at a deeper level.
Paul will also share 3 very essential tools for spiritual growth for increased manifestation of the Holy Spirit to better experience the Light of Christ.
Living the Light of Christ
Paul will relate an incredible story where he was unlawfully imprisoned for 21 months because he wouldn’t bear false witness against himself. This matter involved a very important Constitutional and moral issue where he felt it was his civic duty to stand up for the Truth! And more importantly he’ll disclose how the Presence of the Holy Spirit sustained him, and in fact bolstered his faith in the Catholic Church. As a result, Paul’s Music & Speaking ministry has taken him across the united states of America. It all happened due to that “trial” and desert experience that strengthened his spirit and resolve as a Catholic Christian!
Paul will alert your congregation to the warning signs they are most probably experiencing that “imprison” them and limit their effectiveness in their lives, the parish, and The Church as a whole!
Paul points out the difference between “why me” vs. for what purpose? He teaches why limitations and the “trials” we all face can be the greatest resource to greater good.
And, as with all Paul’s spoken word presentations, he selects songs from his inspired music that will illumine the topics discussed and point toward solutions to parishioners’ concerns. The clear messages, in Paul’s music, act as a lasting reminder that people can use long after the Mission to lift up their spirit and vision.
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Sunday’s Prayer
By paul | November 12, 2008
Hello Everyone:
Here’s the last (#7) of Paul Koleske monthly inspirarational reflection series prayers for your collection entitled - Sunday’s Prayer!
Make sure to scroll down this page and get the other 6 days of prayers as they make a great daily reflection each day of the week!!!
When you lack faith in yourself, remember that you are a child of God! And being a child of God entitles you to be an heir to all of the good that He possesses in His Being.
God sent His Son Jesus to “show us the way.” Jesus constantly talked about FAITH in countless stories.
When you contemplate Sunday’s Prayer, allow the message within the words to renew your faith if it is lacking. . . or build even more faith if yours is strong…
Sunday’s Prayer
I have unshakable faith in the perfect outcome of every situation in my life, for I know that God is in absolute control.
Is there a seeming problem in your life that is causing you much concern? Have all your efforts and prayers met with little or no response? Do not be discouraged and do not be afraid, for God loves you, and He is taking care of everything. God is in complete charge of your life, and God is good. His mighty transforming power is surging through your entire being, stilling your mind, harmonizing your soul, healing your body, and adjusting all your affairs. Believe this! Anchor your trust deep in the realization that with God all things are immediately possible and never doubt it for a single moment.
Know yourself to be a spiritual being, endowed with the limitless and all-powerful attributes of Jesus Christ. God’s wisdom is guiding you to the perfect solution. His strength is enabling you to perform your tasks victoriously. His joy is lightening your heart with expectancy. His courage is firing you with persistence.
I am with you to deliver you. – Jer. 1:8.
Perhaps you know of a person that could use a copy of Sunday’s Prayer.
God Bless You . . .
Paul Koleske
P.S. Remember that if you have a need for a church concert, retreat, workshop,
mission talk, or youth ministry or any other special event let me
know and I’ll be happy to help! Call (262) 939-7456 for details.
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Saturday’s Prayer
By paul | October 27, 2008
Hello Everyone:
Here’s the 6th of 7 Paul Koleske inspirational reflection series daily prayers – Saturday’s Prayer!
If you’re new to my monthly reflection list and want the whole series of daily prayers, just go to my website http://www.paulkoleske.com and get the first five by clicking on the BLOG tag on the navigation bar and scrolling down the page!
This prayer needs no commentary . . .
Saturday’s Prayer
God takes my hand and leads me safely through difficult places.
There is a saving, healing power closer to you than your heartbeat. You are never helpless or alone. You are never entirely dependent on yourself. God, your friend and Creator, is with you, offering every good thing to you. He is ready and able to help, whatever your need may be.
Turn to Him now, saying quietly: “Lord, I need your help. I cannot handle everything alone. I know that You can do what I cannot. I have faith in Your guiding, loving presence ever with me.”
Comfort will come to you if you are grieving. Strength will come to you if you are weak. Faith will fill your heart and mind if you are fearful. Love will transform your emotions and dissolve bitterness or resentment.
God takes your hand and leads you safely through difficult places. He is your comfort, your strength, your inspiration, your never-failing help.
The righteous cry for help, the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. – Psalms 34:17.
Perhaps you know of a person or two that could use a copy of Saturday’s Prayer.
God Bless You . . .
Paul Koleske
P.S. Remember that if you have a need for a church concert,
mission talk, workshop, retreat, youth ministry or any other special event let me
know and I’ll be happy to help! Go to http://www.paulkoleske.com
for details.
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Are these times really that bad?
By paul | October 15, 2008
So many are very concerned at the challenges facing them concerning the economy, the stock market and ….
While these days appear to have some well-defined "obstacles", we must be careful not to look only at the obstacles and take our eyes off our goals.
For those of us in the "faith business", our goal is to help people connect with their spiritual self and deepen their personal relationship with God.
When times are tough, it is easier for us to hear God. It has been said that God whispers to us when times are good and shouts to us when times are lean!
These days provide us all with an opportunity to look deeper within ourselves and hear God’s call in the midst of stressing challenges…
Ask yourself these questions to weather the apparent storms:
What can I do now to make spiritual progress in my life?
What is God asking me to do right now and what action can I take despite the circumstances around me?
Don’t ask "why me", instead ask for what purpose?
Remember to be careful not to let the circumstances in your life freeze your ability to take action and do some good right where you are at!
God is bigger that the economy, the stock market and….anything else in your life that appears to be limiting you at this time!
Peter walked on water and only began sinking when he took his eyes off Jesus… food for thought!
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FRIDAY’S PRAYER
By paul | October 9, 2008
Hello Everyone:
Here’s the 5th of 7 Paul Koleske inspirational series prayers - Friday’s Prayer!
If you’re new to my inspirational reflection email list and want the whole series of daily prayers, just go to my website http://www.paulkoleske.com and get the first four by reviewing my blog.
Did you know that anxiety shows lack of faith? It is a negative prayer that exists as a bad scene in your mind’s eye. Use this prayer to decrease or totally eliminate any anxiety that you may have. And, aren’t we told to, “be anxious for nothing?”
Friday’s Prayer
I stand still right where I am. I relax and trust God’s transforming power within me.
God is fully present with me now. No matter what the condition in which I find myself, though it be a “hell,” still the mighty saving presence of God is with me. I do not have to find my own way out of the entanglement before I contact God. I do not have to make myself more worthy before I reach God; but right now, right where I am, God is lovingly waiting for me to turn to Him in trust. I relax in the realization that God is within me and all about me, even in what may seem to be the darkest darkness. “. . . lo, I am with you always . . .” (Matt. 28:20)
If some unhappy situation seems to be bearing down on me, and on all sides difficult problems crowd closer, I will not run in panic; I will simply stand still, right where I am, and relax completely – mentally, emotionally, physically – by reminding myself that the protecting presence of God is all about me.
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou dost preserve my life… and thy right hand delivers me. – Psalms 138:7.
When you read this on Friday’s you’ll really say T.G.I.F!
Paul Koleske
P.S. Remember that if you have a need for a church concert,
mission talk, retreat, workshop, youth ministry or any other special event let me
know and I’ll be happy to help! Go to http://www.paulkoleske.com
for details and/or call Paul @ (262) 939-7456.
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THURSDAY’S PRAYER
By paul | October 9, 2008
Hello Everyone:
Here’s the latest Paul Koleske inspirational reflection - Thursday’s Prayer!
In the next 3 months I’ll send you the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday prayers too.
Do you feel whole? You are you know! Why? Because all the faculties that God gives you are gifts from Him to use to bless, heal and inspire!
When The Giver gives you these gifts, you are whole and complete, ready to do the will of God! And, when you have the attitude that you are abundantly supplied with the tools you need to carry out God’s purpose for your life, you’re 51% of the way to accomplishing those things that you must!
Lastly, when you count your blessings, your attitude of gratitude goes out ahead of you to smooth the way and make things a little easier to handle….
Thursday’s Prayer
I know the Lord is at hand, and I am not anxious.
Today, I will not worry or fret about conditions that do not seem right or orderly to me. I will do what it is possible for me to do to make them right, and then I will let go of all anxiety and trust in the Lord to do the rest.
I will keep my faith centered in God and in His law of good. I will not judge by appearances, but I will always keep in mind the truth that God is in all and through all and that His good purposes are fulfilled.
More than I know, my faith, my calm assurance of God’s presence and power will bless the condition that seems fixed and unyielding and set in motion God’s transforming power.
Where to human sense it seems impossible to do anything to improve a situation, yet with God there is always a way.
Today I will remind myself that “the Lord is at hand” and I will go about my day’s activities poised and secure in the knowledge that God’s right answers are now being revealed.
“The Lord is at hand. Have no anxiety.” – Phil. 4:5-6.
May God bless you and yours in a special way this Thursday and always!
Paul Koleske
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WEDNESDAY’S PRAYER
By paul | October 9, 2008
Hello Everyone:
Here’s the next edition of the Paul Koleske newsletter - Wednesday’s Prayer!
Remember, over the next 4 months I’ll send you the Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday prayers for your collection….
Do you feel whole? You are you know! Why? Because all the faculties that God gives you are gifts from Him to use to bless, heal and inspire!
When The Giver gives you these gifts, you are whole and complete, ready to do the will of God! And, when you have the attitude that you are abundantly supplied with the tools you need to carry out God’s purpose for your life, you’re 51% of the way to accomplishing those things that you must!
Lastly, when you count your blessings, your attitude of gratitude goes out ahead of you to smooth the way and make things a little easier to handle….
Wednesday’s Prayer
Blessed am I, for I am healed now.
Blessed am I, for I am healed now:
Blessed are my eyes, for they are the eyes of God.
Blessed are my ears, for they are the ears of God.
Blessed are my hands, for they are the hands of God.
Blessed are my feet, for they are the feet of God.
Blessed is my heart, for it beats with the love of God.
Blessed are my lungs, for they breathe the breath of God.
Blessed is my body, for it is alive with the life of God.
Blessed is my mind, for it is filled with the intelligence of God.
Blessed is my spirit, for it is quickened with the power of God.
Blessed am I in heart, for I am one with God’s love. Blessed am I in mind, for I am one with God’s intelligence. Blessed am I in body, for I am one with God’s life. Blessed am I in spirit, for I am one with God’s power.
Blessed am I, for I am healed now!
“He who blesses himself in the land shall bless himself by the God of truth.”
– Isa. 65:16.
May God bless you and yours this Wednesday and every day,
Paul Koleske
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TUESDAY’S PRAYER
By paul | October 9, 2008
Hello Everyone:
So many of you emailed and said how much you liked the last newsletter A Monday Prayer!
So, I thought I’d share another beautiful writing for your contemplation. This writing comes from that same little booklet titled; Wherever You Are God Is. Use it every Tuesday and keep watching your email inbox each of the next 5 months as I’ll send you the Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday prayers for your collection….
Do you feel Divinely guided? You know, there is a big difference between meditation and contemplation. Meditation is truly total silence allowing yourself to “be” in the Presence of God! Contemplation is thinking on some idea, topic or concept allowing it to seep into your inner being. When you do this, you “become” what you think about and that’s why thinking about or contemplating this and all these prayers makes such sense. And the more you do that, the more you’ll become what these prayers are about!
Tuesday’s Prayer
I am guided and loved, today and every day.
As I begin this day, I look to You, Lord. Keep me in all my ways, safe in Your Presence, enfolded in Your love.
Guide my feet in the way they should go. Instruct me with Your “still small voice.” Help me to be faithful to Your guidance. Help me to be calm, unwavering, steadfast in the knowledge that You are in charge and nothing but good can come to me and mine.
Love me, Lord, just for today. I know that You are with me today, supplying all my needs, tenderly upholding me.
Today, I walk with You, and You lead me irresistibly to the good you have already prepared for me.
Whatever I need to do today, be with me, Lord. Wherever I need to go today, guide my steps, Lord.
Keep me safe and secure through every moment of the day. Fill me with Your wisdom: enfold me in Your love; strengthen me with Your power.
“The Lord bless you and keep you:The Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you.” – Num. 6:24,25.
May God bless you and yours each Tuesday and always,
Paul Koleske
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