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Purpose of Life: The Catholic Gospel
Purpose of Life: The Catholic Gospel
By Doug Sumowski
What is the purpose of our existence? This is probably the question asked the most in philosophy. Yet, the answer to this question from a biblical and Catholic perspective provides us with a testimony of God’s love for us. For what both the Church and scripture tells us, the reason why any of us exists is because God wanted to share with us His very nature.
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Corporate Healing in the Liturgy
Corporate Healing in the Liturgy
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
There are four forms in which God is present in the liturgy, all of which can effect healing in the community. These four forms are listed in the Vatican II document The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy.
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Day 317 – The Promise of the Holy Spirit
Day 317 – The Promise of the Holy Spirit
By David Vermont
Today we read John chapter 14. I think it is one of the most difficult but most engaging chapters in the Bible. One reason it is difficult is that Jesus keeps switching between the Father, Himself, and the Holy Spirit from one moment to the next.
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A Stranger Among You
A Stranger Among You
By Elizabeth Thomas
"Look at me. Did you notice me today? I was someone new in your church---someone who had been away for a long time.
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"Baptism" A Catechesis that makes Sense
"Baptism" A Catechesis that makes Sense
By Ralph Hathaway
A question arose, at a parish leadership meeting, regarding the best method for teaching birth parents regarding the baptism of their children. Too much theological catechesis might appear boring, at least, confusing at most, to those who just want their child baptized. Making them listen as if to give an exam in theology may be more than they’ll be interested in.
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Give Us A Sign
Give Us A Sign
By Victor S E Moubarak
They say, "There are none so blind as those who will not see", and I suppose this applies to many people throughout the ages. We are all set in our ways and believe what we have convinced ourselves to believe, often with no proof or logic but just prejudice, and that is that.
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Jesus' Corporate Healing Presence
Jesus' Corporate Healing Presence
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
When pondering our personal encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist at Mass, we should not lose sight of the fact that the Eucharist is also a societal encounter where God’s transforming power is available to us corporately as alluded to in previous articles. The Christian community can be compared to burning coals.
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Day 316 – John Recounts the Last Supper
Day 316 – John Recounts the Last Supper
By David Vermont
Today we read John’s recounting of the Last Supper. It is important to remember when reading John that his Gospel was written last and that he likely had read one or more of the other synoptic Gospels. Thus, John writes with at least the partial purpose of filling in some of the blanks.
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Sacraments: Theological Rest Stops for Our Pilgrim Journey
Sacraments: Theological Rest Stops for Our Pilgrim Journey
By Matthew Chicoine
Sleep is an issue that pervades all of human life. As a parent of young children, I oftentimes determine the success [or failure] of a day over whether my children successfully or unsuccessfully take their scheduled nap!
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The Sunshine and the Clouds: Five Years with Pope Francis
The Sunshine and the Clouds: Five Years with Pope Francis
By Justin Soutar
This past March 13, we celebrated the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis's election to the papacy. I recall five years ago watching EWTN's live broadcast of the conclave proceedings in Rome, where on a cold and rainy late winter evening, white smoke poured forth from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and we were all surprised by the cardinals' choice of Jorge Mario Bergoglio
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Touching the Healer in the Eucharist
Touching the Healer in the Eucharist
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
We all know there are many ways in which healing can occur. For example, many people are healed when they are anointed with holy oil, particularly in the sacrament of the anointing of the sick. “Is anyone among you sick?
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Day 315 – The Praise of Men
Day 315 – The Praise of Men
By David Vermont
Today’s reading for study: John 12:27-50 There is an interesting passage in today’s reading. Jesus is preaching to the crowds who even hear the voice of the Father. Despite this, they do not come to believe in Jesus.
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Rebirth and Renewal
Rebirth and Renewal
By Carol Monaco
As we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ who took away the sins of the world and conquered death, we also celebrate our own opportunity to be reborn. “Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep…For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.” [1 Corinthians 15:20-22]
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POPE PELAGIUS II, THE SECOND OSTROGOTH POPE
POPE PELAGIUS II, THE SECOND OSTROGOTH POPE
By Debra Booton McCoy
Born in Rome around 520, Pelagius was the son of Winigild, most likely an Ostrogoth. He succeeded Pope Benedict I months after the latter’s death. At that time, the Lombards from north of the Alps had gone as far as to blockade Rome and most of the main roads leading from Rome into the empire.
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Healing in the Eucharistic Assembly
Healing in the Eucharistic Assembly
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
Jesus Christ, who died, who was raised from the dead, who is seated at the right hand of God, and who intercedes for us, is present in many ways in his Church. Indeed, the Catechism of the Catholic Church (1372) summarizes the ways in which Jesus is present in his Church.
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Day 314 – Holy Week
Day 314 – Holy Week
By David Vermont
Today’s reading for study: John 12:1-26 Today John brings us to the beginning of the end. Several things to notice: Chapter 12 starts with John telling us it is six (6) days before the Passover. Recall, this is the 3rd Passover John has highlighted for us.
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"It is Finished" Words of Profundity from the Cross
"It is Finished" Words of Profundity from the Cross
By Ralph Hathaway
Listen intently to any of the last seven words Jesus spoke as He hung high and dying, just for you and me, and ponder the real love Jesus has for us.
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