Dear friends of Fr. Benedict,

From the Hospital:

Message for Wednesday, April 21, 2004

Frustrations are part of life, just as disappointments are: things that don't work as they should, events that don't come off, disappointing situations that go on for years and years. When these things occur, we get frustrated. This, then, can become a more dangerous situation than merely being disappointed, because it means that we have become angry, and our anger does not lead us to react in a way that is truly Christian and Gospel-centered.

It's a good idea to look at our lives and see whether they are riddled with frustrations rather than disappointments. Our divine Savior had plenty of disappointments, but nothing shows that He was frustrated. He kept on right to the end trying to bring salvation to the world.

Unfortunately, people tend to see the Last Judgment as an act of frustration on God's part. They forget that God did everything possible so that the final judgment would not bring eternal ruin to people. It is not an act of vengeance. God's judgment is an act of divine reality, which He Himself cannot change. God does not get frustrated. For Him good is good, and evil is evil.

Let us continue to pray for each other!

Father Benedict

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Dear Father Benedict, I am so thankful and deeply touched by your recovery and the wisdom of your messages from the hospital. I have been catching up on your progress. The truth God lets you speak to those of us who have pondered God's ways, in the circumstances of our own lives, is such a gift. I am still so sorry that you have had to endure such suffering and pain. Your wisdom has always cut right to the heart but considering what God has allowed in your own life, it just seems as though He has put everything in BOLD PRINT! I continue to pray for you daily, while caring for the needs of my children. You have again, reminded me that their suffering and their lives are not in vain. No matter how incapicitated they look to the world, their presence and their ability to love those around them, their dependence on others, their simple but strong belief and trust in God, and their hope in heaven make them a precious gift to the world. You are a precious gift to us and we are grateful that God has allowed you to continue to speak to all of us. We love you,-Dale, Sam, Stacey, Brian & Stevie, Metairie, Los Angelas

Hello Father Benedict, Greetings on this beautiful morning! Again, thank you and may God continue to send His Holy Spirit to you and all those around you, and to refresh you with the Spring of His Living Water. God Bless you.-Mari-Ellen, Mclean, Virginia

Dear Fr. Benedict J. Groeschel,Hope you've been Blessed by all the GRACES of Divine Mercy Sunday! We've prayerfully thought of you throughout the day, especially during The Divine Mercy Holy Hour and at MASS. Speedy recovery! We're all blessed to persevere in our HOPE and Prayers to the Risen Saviour through His Mother and the intercession of all His Heavenly Court that you may be, in His Time, fully healed! With loving reverence,-Larry and family, Chicago, Illinois

Thank you Fr Benedict for your messages from your hospital bed....of course I will continue to pray for the healing of your arm/elbow...you continue to look well, thank you Jesus...will check in again tomorrow....-Mary, South Philly

I just wanted you to know that ever since I told my 9 year old son that you had been injured and requiered our prayers he never fails to remind the whole family that we should pray for you in our night time prayer. I wanted to let you know that your daily reflection continue to enlighten me and others I have turned on to your website. We need you and we will continue to pray for you and those who you touch with your message of Hope. God bless.-Ernie and Adriana, (Miami Springs, Florida)

Dear F.B.- Thank you for continue to pray for us, we still are praying for you. In Mexico the Holy and Easter Week's, children are out of scholl. We only can see and read your messages, but they will be very helpful, when we begin to study the time between Resurrection and Assention. Please don't give up, we need and loved you.-Yoya, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

Dear Fr. Groeschel, Dear Fr. Groeschel, How happy I was when I logged onto yourwedsite and saw you in the lastest update. God is at work. I will continue to pray for you. You are so needed. Especially for this gal here who went to public school and have just discovered you and your wonderful teachings! Sincerely,-Mary Ann, Oreland, Pennsylvania

Dear Father Benedict, I'm happy that you have your habit back on. I pray for you and miss you. Your little friend, Anne Therese from Mountain Top, PA. Now I'm 5. God bless you.-Anne Therese, Mountain Top, Pennslyvania

I would like to be kept up on Father's condition. He has inspired me immensely. I am just getting back into the Catholic religion, and so do look forward to hearing about his progress. Thank you so much.- Susan, Camano Island, Washington

Dearest Fr.Benedict, My name is Elisha Clarke I am 15 years old. I would just like to say that I think you are wonderful!!!! Me and my family pray for you every day!! We see you on some videos we have of EWTN and think you are so wonderful!!! I am praying that your right arm gets better soon!!!!! God Bless You,And may the Sacred Blood Of Jesus protect You!!!! All My Love-Elisha, Roxburgh New Zealand

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