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Gospel Nugget 121: Rest Awhile

During these “dog days” of August, we need to hear the short message that Jesus gives His disciples after a time of relentless activity: “rest awhile.” Benedict XVI points out that often our activity is a mask for an inner emptiness - even worse, a sign we believe that we are indispensable: we are not. Listen to the voice of the Lord calling us to calm contemplation.

GIVE HOPE WITH NASAREAN.ORG

Nasarean.org, a 501c 3 charity, was founded by Father Benedict Kiely in August, 2014. Based in Stowe, VT, Nasarean.org has a twofold purpose – both parts equally important – aid and advocacy for Persecuted Christians throughout the world, but with a particular focus on the Middle East – the “Cradle of Christianity”.

Aid

Initially through donations and the Arabic “N” or “Nun” materials, Nasarean.org supported the feeding and housing of the numerous Christians refugees in Iraq and Syria. Nasarean.org’s unique role in aiding persecuted Christians to stay in their countries is supporting and encouraging mini micro-financing to create small businesses – what we call “Project Jonah” - to help families rebuild their lives, feel empowered, and break the culture of dependency.

Advocacy

Advocacy is the principal work of Fr. Ben’s priestly ministry and includes, among many things – writing, media, speaking - educating and informing audiences about the widespread assault on Christians which is, according to Pope Francis, worse than at any time since the first centuries of the Church.

RECEIVE A FREE GIFT WITH YOUR DONATION

Show your solidarity with those in need and spread the word about our mission of hope.

Our Lady of Aradin Prayer Cards


With your donation of $7.50, you will receive a free gift pack of 10 prayer cards. The icon of Our Lady of Aradin, shrined in New York, is pictured on the front and a prayer for the persecuted written by Fr. Ben is on the back.



Nasarean prayer card front
Nasarean prayer card front

"Let us do good to all men, but especially to those who are of the household of the Faith." - St. Paul

I have been reporting on the worldwide persecution of Christians for more than 20 years. The work of Nasarean.org is needed now more than ever - to help & raise awareness of these persecuted believers, advocate for them and help keep their cause front and center."

Raymond Arroyo
York Times bestselling author and host of ‘The World Over Live’ on EWTN

So grateful to Fr. Benedict for keeping the light shining on a terrible situation for Persecuted Christians and other religious minorities."

Lauren Green
Fox National News Religion Correspondent

The global persecution of Christians is reaching unprecedented levels. I’m grateful for the work of Fr. Ben and Nasarean.org as they seek to help the suffering Church, especially in the Middle East - the cradle of Christianity."

Laura Ingraham, Host
The Ingraham Angle on Fox News Channel and Nationally Syndicated Radio show

Thank you for the work you and the faithful in Stowe are undertaking to support Christians and others facing persecution in Iraq and Syria."

Ambassador Andrew Bennett
Canadian Ambassador for Religious Liberty

The Arabic 'N' project is, indeed worthwhile. All of us need to do all that we can possibly do to bring to the world's attention the persecution of Christians throughout the world but, particularly at this time, in the Middle East. Heartfelt gratitude for your efforts in this regard."

Timothy Cardinal Dolan
Archbishop of New York

I will do my best to be a spiritual father to Nasarean.org. It is an honor to be asked to assist your important work."

Cardinal Raymond Burke
Patron of Nasarean.org