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Prayers for the Divorced
Prayers for the Divorced
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
Catholic tradition and teaching firmly uphold the great importance and significance of the family as the “basic unit of society”. The family is where we learn to live and to love. Our Lord is with the family, for it is with the family that the whole of society is either strengthened or weakened.
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The World is about to be completely DEAD to the Church
The World is about to be completely DEAD to the Church
By Scott Pauline
The Church, as Supreme Witness to the truth, has been attacked so long doctrinally, many centuries since pagan Rome, but the harm was never total; every heresy had some light, and the doctrinal harm came right back on the one harming to the same nature and degree, "and if any man harm them, in this manner, he must be harmed."
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Eight-Day Silent Retreat
Eight-Day Silent Retreat
By Malleson Emmerling
Eight days of silence. — July 1 to July 8. No talking. I was silent as I attended an 8-day retreat. And to think I actually paid to go on a retreat to not talk.
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Pittsburgh Permanent Deacons; 44 years Young.
Pittsburgh Permanent Deacons; 44 years Young.
By Ralph Hathaway
How it all began way back in 1971. A young Black man was inspired to become a Catholic Priest and when he approached the diocese with his desire, the suggestion that he go south to an all-black seminary never discouraged Joe, but he wanted to stay in Pittsburgh.
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Courage in Christ
Courage in Christ
By Tyler Marie Flatt
If all your trust is gone from the Shepherds of the Church, you are certainly not alone. It is a growing sentiment shared among the laity of the Church amid the recent abuse scandals that are coming to light. When the news first broke and the stories started coming out, I felt extremely passionate about the need to speak out.
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A Response to the Latest Catholic Sex Scandals
A Response to the Latest Catholic Sex Scandals
By Bill Dunn
Oh, dear Lord, here we go again. The Catholic Church is being rocked by more clergy sex abuse scandals. The first time around, beginning in 2002 in Boston, it was shocking and embarrassing. This time around, it is simply infuriating.
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Do You Know How LOVED You Are?
Do You Know How LOVED You Are?
By Elizabeth Thomas
God does not start a New Creation until the job is complete. He stopped on the 'seventh day' when creating the earth. But you and me ---Honey---that job is never complete until we are united with Him in eternal life. From the moment of conception you are being molded, shaped and blessed.
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Betrayal, Deception and the Love of a Mother
Betrayal, Deception and the Love of a Mother
By Susan Skinner
It is said that Judas stopped believing in Jesus during the Bread of Life discourse. A lot of disciples stopped believing then. It is interesting to note that it is John 6:66 that states “as a result many of his disciples returned to their former way of living.” It is this betrayal and rejection of Christ, that is later marked with those same numbers in the Book of Revelation,
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Lord, To Whom Shall We Go?
Lord, To Whom Shall We Go?
By Charlie Johnston
This summer has been a rocky one for the Church in the United States. First there was the revelations about, now former, cardinal McCarrick. Then there was reports that many in the Church knew about inappropriate behavior and relationships that the cardinal archbishop was engaged in, and yet he was allowed to remain in the college of cardinals, keep his episcopal see, and remain in the priesthood.
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Why Mary Stands on Snakes
Why Mary Stands on Snakes
By JP Nunez
If there’s one thing most of our Protestant brothers and sisters can’t understand about the Catholic faith, it’s probably our devotion to Mary. To them, our love for the mother of Jesus often seems like nothing less than idolatry, and they have no problem pointing to numerous devotional practices that appear to prove them right.
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Are You Going Too?
Are You Going Too?
By Lorrie McNickle
Peter got some things wrong, but he definitely got this one right. “To whom shall we go? You alone have the words that give eternal life.”
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5 Ways Clive Staples Lewis Inspires
5 Ways Clive Staples Lewis Inspires
By Matthew Chicoine
According to English writer G.K. Chesterton, “A good novel tells us the truth about its hero; but a bad novel tells us the truth about its author.” This statement rings true especially in relation to another great English author—Clive Staples (C.S.) Lewis!
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An Occurence at Dublin Castle (A Satire Story)
An Occurence at Dublin Castle (A Satire Story)
By E.M. McCarthy
A limousine pulled alongside the grand stone castle. An old man exited, his white uniform and cap blown in the the August breeze. Gasoline from the fleet of security vehicles flavored the air. “Welcome to Dublin Castle, Holy Father.”
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Passion of the Church
Passion of the Church
By Susan Skinner
Jesus Wept. John 11:35 Jesus is still weeping.
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Fallout from the Grand Jury Report
Fallout from the Grand Jury Report
By E.M. McCarthy
Cardinal Donald Wuerl came under fire this week in the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report about Catholic Clergy Sexual Abuse. Is the criticism of Cardinal Wuerl fair?
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A Call to Perfection
A Call to Perfection
By Ralph Hathaway
How many would be quick to voice their joy at seeing one of their great-grandchildren praying at church or doing grace before meals? How much more would you be elated if this child was 3 years old? Of course, you might say it’s cute, or where did this come from; maybe they saw it on TV or more importantly at the bidding of their parents exuded these words, perhaps one time.
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Sin, Sorrow, Sanctification
Sin, Sorrow, Sanctification
By Nancy Marie Murray
The Church spoken of by Paul in today's scripture as the Bride of Christ, “holy and without blemish,” may seem unreal, like a dream or a mist, in light of the recent revelations of the darkness of sin hidden within the Church. Christ suffers again, crucified by the terrible sins that were committed against vulnerable members of His Body.
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