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Sand Creations

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Even more fun….   For all ages!!!

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I got you !

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We used to not think of wasting time but rather to Love God for God, to see Jesus in our neighbors and love them even when loving them costs, such as listening to someone for a long time, welcoming a neighbor when they drop by unexpectedly, or doing an act of love for an enemy. But I’ve grown to think that nothing is lost if done out of love and the joys might not come in this life but will definitely be when we meet in heaven.

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I truly believe Heaven will be similar to Mariapolis, where we can all share God's love with one another and live in harmony and unity through Christ (with the watchful protection of Our Mother!) .

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I am thankful to met a large community who understand and have Walked with the Lord in Loving their neighbors. Thanks yall.

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A city that want  to honor Mary by living the Gospel

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Treasures in Loving Jesus in unanticipated Moments

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Treasures in Loving Jesus in unanticipated Moments

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I have learned over the years that through hardships, accidents, and certainly the unwilled of God, Jesus is present in a profound way which can have a deep and lasting impression. In my own personal journey, I have felt God closest during the darkest moments. Then as Chiara has reminded us “it is only in the darkness can we see the stars!” So rather than feeling panic and inescapable fear, I approach these moments with my Friend beside me giving me courage and overwhelming love!
Cindy

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I came here having no idea what I was getting into. I only knew that it was good (what could possibly be evil about something called "City of Mary", right?) But I didn't even know how to describe it when people asked me where I was.
Even before Mariapolis started, somebody made a donation so I, and others, could come. That is to say, even before I was here, I was already loved with no expectations.
Then, I was able to hear everybody's stories, to visit the churches, visit the aquarium, and to get to know people eager to love Jesus in the other.
I am thankful that God allowed me to be here and reminded me that when it comes to love, it is never too much. Mother Teresa said "we cry because we loved", so you cannot really detach suffering from loving without measure. I thank Jesus for my friends here and for showing me love through the actions of everyone.

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I want to give more time to prayer

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I treasure each witness in my heart, in my soul, and in my mind. I want to put it into practice in my daily life and be able to love more my neighbor.

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I can recognize “leaving Jesus for Jesus” more in the situations around me

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El sagrado corazón de Jesús nos encontró aún en la parte de atrás de la iglesia

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Este mariapolis lo e visto como un gtran regalo de Dios, me llevo una gran experiencia, escuchar testimonios de personas que an experimentado el amor de Dios, ver a Jesus abandonado en el otro, no perder el tiempo en cosas que no tienen sentido, aprovechar todo momento para a serlo todo por Jesus ❤️

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Found this great portrait of smiling Jesus

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Short prayers — like starting each action by saying “Bismallah,” or “with God’s name” as a way to say this action is for you, God, not for me.

We have no enemies; only opportunities to love.

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Thanks for organizing such a beautiful vacation Mariapolis!

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Our connection with Jesus doesn’t end when we finish praying

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I’ll make “ for you JESUS “ multiplied to as many Neighbors close by & far away … paying attention on every present moment to increase Acts of love 💗
Ludee

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I see suffering as the best opportunity to connect with God as Jesus also did it. I seek to accept suffering, to not resist pain, to not try to avoid it or eliminate it. That helps me find value, learning and even growth from a suffering experience and appreciate why it happens. - Erick

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For you, Jesus.
Declare your love of God.
Was struck anew how wonderful it is to be loved at the mariopolis by so many people living this ideal. The presence of Jesus in the Midst is so awesome! I looked so forward to it all since the last one. Have prayed a lot for it. Of course I try to live this w my family & neighbor but it is so much easier at the mariapolis! And this renews my strength & commitment to continue this quest for unity! Loving Jesus Forsaken, my neighbors for you Jesus! Thank you so very much!!

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Que me llevo de Mariapoliz?  Me llevo mucha alegria, nuevo nuevas amistad, pero sobretodo, llevo mi corazon lleno del amor de Dios por averle escondido este fin de semana para estar seca de Él.

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Que me llevo de Mariapoliz?  Me llevo mucha alegria, nuevo nuevas amistad, pero sobretodo, llevo mi corazon lleno del amor de Dios por averle escondido este fin de semana para estar seca de Él.

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What am I taking from Mariapolis?
I am taking a lot of happiness, good new friends,but more than less ,I take my heart food lod Good'S LOVE, he gave me a beautiful gift these weeked to be closed to Him. Amen

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It is so tempting to fill the mind with noise. Especially when we can call it "productive" noise. When seeking God and responding to God it's so important to work with him and allow him to fill our mind in silence. Thank you so much!

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Love, Silence and Prayer. Grow closer to Christ, see Him in others and remind myself that everything is for Him. No time is lost or wasted in His Presence; on the contrary, I win Heaven a little more. My heart will be peaceful and happy.

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I would like to continue to grow in this spirituality. To be better in seen Jesus in the other, to be always ready to love and accept Jesus Forsaken. 

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I would like to continue to grow in this spirituality. To be better in seen Jesus in the other, to be always ready to love and accept Jesus Forsaken. 

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Thank you for a BEAUTIFUL weekend ☺

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I am deeply grateful for the rediscovery of the precious treasure that lies in each and every person and situation. In living this intentionally, we can live in relationship with the Trinity in each moment. Certainly I’ll fail, and even in this I can encounter Him.

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I feel a new resolve to not waste time. Give Jesus the better part of myself in prayer before the end of the day when I’m exhausted. So happy to remember “ you Lord are my only good”

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Manni and Lori

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It was really refreshing to see the young people involved in the program. 

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It was really refreshing to see the young people involved in the program. 

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Richard’s experience has helped me to say “for you Jesus” more frequently.

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Prayer works, just believe.
One can pray by doing something good for another. Just offer it up- For you, Jesus. 💕

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I will try not to plan too much for my kids but let them guide me on how to make them happy.

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I felt everyone's love since before I left San Antonio. Everyone was soo loving, went to great places to eat, good excursions. I feel loved and rested. Glad I came. Jc

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Sour cream lover

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To reach Holiness, “get closer” to your target.

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Wasting time with Jesus and letting him love me.

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Regardless if it’s a big rope or a small string (attachments) these keep us bound and unable to love and pray in true freedom. Loving Jesus Forsaken means we love in the midst of suffering and this is hard but always fruitful!!

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I love the Focolare!!!

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Game leaders!!

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I felt I grew in loving. This retreat helped keep me in Christ. I am thankful to make good Christian friends. God bless yall! This is Jesus's home!

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I'm reminded that it's so important to be a welcoming and joyful presence. To be that smile and that hello that someone needs and that can make the difference to someone who is uncertain if they belong.

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Grateful for everyone who prepared this Mariapolis. Special mention to those who prepared food and everyone in the kitchen! Concrete love!

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Jesus Forsaken. Mike and his wife experienced with their 4 year old son dying of cancer, really touched me.

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It was great seeing old friends haven’t seen for years and meet new ones. Like a family reunion.❤️

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Make your acts of love—- tangible!!!

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Slowing down from our busy lives and take a moment of breath to appreciate life and your neighbor.

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So grateful for everyone who made this weekend. I have a larger group to include in my daily prayers

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Saying to God in each challenging moment “You, Lord, are my only good” through mercy, humility and unconditional love toward each neighbor…

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Richard experience really touched me. I would like to not waste my time.

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The challenge to always be on the lookout for Christ around me; and the courage to be vulnerable enough to love my neighbor.

“Be courageous enough to behold Him, and humble enough to be held by him.”

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“Waste” time with Jesus in silence.
(Giving Jesus the gift of being silent, with Him)

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Another new beginning.
Lord, you are my only good.

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It’s so good to be back with all of us in person, close to one another, listening and helping one another!

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God guided me in into understanding more

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Be aware of all the opportunities that God allows to love him in my neighbor.

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I feel like I felt in my first Mariapolis. I feel hope and excitement for the future. Thank you!

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Me voy con el recordatorio de enfocarme en rezar

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Me voy con el recordatorio de enfocarme en rezar

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Prayer has been resurrected in me. My desire is to pray always after all the talks and beautiful experiences.

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May God let us be the pencil through which he would like to write everlasting things in peoples souls, so that we, through Jesus, may become a part of their salvation stories.

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This is our first Mariapolis. We really felt the love, acceptance and union in this community.
Marcela, Sergio and fam 🫶

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Hacer silencio para escuchar al hermano

Perdonarme para perdonar

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Learning to view suffering not as a punishment from God, but as an invitation from Him to get closer with the Holy Trinity

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Beautiful Mariapolis! I need to really be concrete in loving my neighbors and offer this to Jesus!

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A practical approach to loving God and Neighbor.

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This Focolare community is teaching me about the kingdom of heaven, where love causes us all to care for each other. Folks with differing abilities, cultures, and ideas are all welcome and cared for so that everyone feels loved and everyone is treated as a temple of the Holy Spirit. ~Kiki

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This Focolare community is teaching me about the kingdom of heaven, where love causes us all to care for each other. Folks with differing abilities, cultures, and ideas are all welcome and cared for so that everyone feels loved and everyone is treated as a temple of the Holy Spirit. ~Kiki

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A new commitment to turn off the world, and waste time with Jesus. 

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A new commitment to turn off the world, and waste time with Jesus. 

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I can pray all day by simply saying in every good and every difficult situation:    For You, Jesus

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To hopefully never have come by me in vain- to keep in my heart that it is Jesus!

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Loving flame

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Choose love, choose joy

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People shared new card game with me that i can now share and play with my friends

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God wants to love my neighbor through me

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“Lord you are my only good” “this is for you lord”

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“Lord you are my only good” “this is for you lord”

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I will take this from the mariapolis because sometimes I forget that prayer doesn’t have to be a long prayer on hands and knees. So I will incorporate this into my daily life

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God will provide you a situation to love him. We need to be observant to the present moment.

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God will provide you a situation to love him. We need to be observant to the present moment.

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These days have been sacred time with Trinity and neighbor. Don’t want it to end!

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For you, Jesus