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The Magisterium has Only Officially Interpreted Seven Verses!
The Magisterium has Only Officially Interpreted Seven Verses!
By Kevin Noles
I have read/heard this accusation a few times. Usually bandied about by the same person but there are a fringe few who say it as well. I find it rather sad because it shows an ignorance of what the function of the Magisterium is.
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When Your Soul Feels Like a Barren Fig Tree
When Your Soul Feels Like a Barren Fig Tree
By Linda Delia
Have you ever read a scripture passage that lingers in your heart, as if God is speaking directly to you? The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree invites us to see where we may be struggling to bear fruit—and how God patiently tends, nourishes, and prunes us so we can grow. Catholic coaching recognizes those unfruitful places and helps you step into the fruitful life He has planned for you.
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The Nuptial Bath of Baptism: A Not-So Novel Idea
The Nuptial Bath of Baptism: A Not-So Novel Idea
By Nicholas LaBanca
I have to stop. I have to stop looking at secular news sites which have some of the most inane, ridiculous, and flat-out stupid "articles" I've ever laid my eyes on. On the bright side, sometimes perusing through these click-bait headlines moves me enough to write a response, hopefully helping to dispel the myths and misunderstandings the original story brings to the table.
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If I was baptized a Catholic, am I still Catholic?
If I was baptized a Catholic, am I still Catholic?
By De Maria
There is a difference between being considered a Catholic and being “baptized”. Baptism confers upon us a spiritual seal which is permanent. One can not remove or undo Baptism. Some people, especially those who convert to non-Christian religions or become atheist, may want to be unbaptized. But, according to my understanding of the Catholic Faith, that is impossible.
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The One in the Middle
The One in the Middle
By Richard Maffeo
Two men hung between heaven and earth, nailed to crosses on either side of the One in the middle. Two men, thieves, struggling against death, knowing it was only a matter of hours before death sunk its talons into their flesh.
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What is "Forensic" justification?
What is "Forensic" justification?
By De Maria
What Protestants call “forensic” justification, the Catholic Church calls “conversion”. Conversion is the point at which we turn to God in faith and begin to please Him.
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Jesus, I Walked With You
Jesus, I Walked With You
By Michelle Nicholl
Jesus, I was there, when they sentenced You to die, when they scourged You and spit on You, I looked You in the eye. Jesus, I walked with You. Do You remember me?
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Those Little Things......
Those Little Things......
By Jean Smith
As I reflect on the upcoming Lenten Season during this “Year of Mercy”, I ponder this question, “Can Lent be a yearly second chance?” Each year, Lent gives us six weeks to reflect on our lives, to see if we are in line with the teaching of the Catholic Church and what God desires of us.
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Let's Grow Some Figs!
Let's Grow Some Figs!
By Mary Rivers
Figs are pear-shaped fruits grown for preserves and desserts in warm climates. A fig tree, also the symbol for Israel, has shallow roots; nutrients taken from the soil require three years of growth until fruits are produced. During this period, the fig tree returns nothing back to the soil. “Love is a fruit always in season,” says Blessed Teresa of Calcutta.
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Do You Choose Door No. 1 or Door No. 2?
Do You Choose Door No. 1 or Door No. 2?
By Bill Dunn
Imagine there is a new game show on daytime TV. A contestant is selected at random from the studio audience. The person comes up on stage, and here is how the game is played: the person must choose either Door No. 1 or Door No. 2. Behind Door No. 1 there are two possible options: either a prize of one million dollars or nothing. Behind Door No. 2 there also are two possible options
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If I Were A Rich Man
If I Were A Rich Man
By Thomas J. McIntyre
At first glance, it would seem that the rich man in this Gospel goes to hell simply for being rich, while Lazarus goes to the“bosom of Abraham” simply for being poor. But the message of Jesus’ parable goes much deeper than that.
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Imitation of Christ
Imitation of Christ
By Michelle Watkins
I'm an avid reader. "So many good books, so little time" could be my motto. I'll never be bored because I'll never have enough time in my life or energy to read every book I'd like. Considering that, there are few books I would consider reading more than once. "The Imitation of Christ" is an exception to this rule.
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Can we "merit or earn" salvation?
Can we "merit or earn" salvation?
By De Maria
The quick answer to the question, “Can we earn salvation?” is: “Yes, by the grace and mercy of God.”
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The Eleventh Station of the Cross: A Mercy Reflection
The Eleventh Station of the Cross: A Mercy Reflection
By Bobbie Ann Taylor
If I had to select one Station that especially convicts me in this Jubilee of Mercy, it is this Eleventh Station: “Jesus is nailed to the Cross.” As God, Jesus could have released Himself from the hands of His executioners. He did not powerlessly succumb to being nailed to the cross; He Willed it for our salvation.
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St Paul, The Galations and Me
St Paul, The Galations and Me
By Dr. Lin Weeks Wilder
One of the last Divine Office readings before Ash Wednesday is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galations. He minces no words and we can practically see the spittle collecting at the sides of his mouth as we read the Apostle's exhortations. Paul is admonishing the new community in the remote province in current day Turkey that the Mosaic Law does not apply.
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The Tenth Station of the Cross: A Mercy Reflection
The Tenth Station of the Cross: A Mercy Reflection
By Bobbie Ann Taylor
“Jesus is robbed of His garments.” In the Tenth Station, we commemorate one of the many unjust humiliations that Our Savior suffered for us on His way to Golgotha. How many times have we experienced various unjust “robbings”? How many times have we been the victim of offences and negligences to our persons, our relationships, and our properties? For example…
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Do you believe that Jesus Christ promised to lead the Church unto the end of the world?
Do you believe that Jesus Christ promised to lead the Church unto the end of the world?
By De Maria
Protestants say that they believe in Jesus Christ and in Scripture. But not that the Catholic Church is infallible. In fact, they don’t believe that any Church is infallible. Not even their own. What is it that they are missing?
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