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What Sins?
What Sins?
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
There is a story about a man who repeatedly begged God for forgiveness for a sin that he had committed countless times. As he eagerly listened for the Lord’s reply, the Lord finally spoke to him: “You are forgiven, my son.”
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Day 266 – The First Letter of Peter
Day 266 – The First Letter of Peter
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: 1 Ptr 1 Today we begin the First Letter of Peter. The letter was written by Peter, likely dictated to a secretary, probably Silvanus, who had also traveled with Paul. Peter was martyred in Rome in A.D. 64. We can tell from the text that it was written in the later part of his life after some persecutions of Christians had taken place.
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Jesus pulls us into the love of the Trinity.
Jesus pulls us into the love of the Trinity.
By Troy Kroening
The Trinity is supremely awesome. Three Persons, but one God. Where you find one Person of the Trinity, you find the others. As Jesus said, “Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.” – [John 14:9] He even goes so far as to say, “I am in the Father and the Father is in me.” – [John 14:11] You see, the Trinity is inseparable.
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Herbs for Pregnancy and Postpartum -- a learning opportunity!
Herbs for Pregnancy and Postpartum -- a learning opportunity!
By Julie
I decided to write up a course on herbs for pregnancy and postpartum and make it into an online course for anyone especially mothers and doulas who might like to learn more about this.
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Symbols of Mercy
Symbols of Mercy
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
A bible school teacher strove to impress upon the youngsters in her class the wonders of God’s forgiveness of our sins. To that end she quoted the passage from Isaiah 38:17; “You have cast all my sins behind your back.” But one perspicacious child challenged the teacher about this. “Even if my sins were put behind God’s back,” the little girl said, “he could still see them if he turned around.”
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Day 265 – Titus
Day 265 – Titus
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: Titus Today we read Paul’s letter to Titus. It has many similar themes as his letters to Timothy. Paul had sent Titus to Crete to lead the Christian community there.
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The Unjust World Axiom
The Unjust World Axiom
By Anthony S. Layne
Recently, at the invitation of our leadership, my parish’s Knights Council held a pre-meeting one-hour session on active shooter training, presented by a brother Knight who’s a security consultant and former police officer.
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My Pagan and Catholic Roots Against Leftism - Part 2: Catholicism
My Pagan and Catholic Roots Against Leftism - Part 2: Catholicism
By Rexcrisanto Delson
In “My Pagan and Catholic Roots against Leftism – Part 1,” I wrote about how I use my indigenous Igorot and Roman Catholic roots to arm against Leftism.
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Where Do Sins Go?
Where Do Sins Go?
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
Here’s a brainteaser for you. If a traveler on Earth were to travel east, he could do so endlessly without changing directions. The same would be true if he traveled west. But it would not be true if he chose to travel endlessly north or south from any place on Earth.
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Day 264 – "For the Love of Money…."
Day 264 – "For the Love of Money…."
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: 1 Tim 6 Today we read the chapter with one of the most famous passages in scripture. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. 1 Timothy 6:10
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A Meditation for Those Who Love Someone with Dementia
A Meditation for Those Who Love Someone with Dementia
By Sue Hallett
It's getting harder to find things to talk about during my daily visits with my Mom.
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Are You Praying or Simply Reciting Prayers?
Are You Praying or Simply Reciting Prayers?
By Zaid Kanafani
As someone who is in the process of converting to the Catholic Church, the prayers of the saints have been something I’ve cherished. Although I have yet to receive communion, the Church has been a part of my life since attending private, Catholic schools as an adolescent.
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A True Look At God
A True Look At God
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
In a kindergarten art session, the teacher asked a little girl what she was drawing. She answered that it was a picture of God. The teacher gently reminded the child that no one knows what God looks like. The moppet replied, “they will when I finish!”
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Day 263 – Double Honor and Apostolic Succession
Day 263 – Double Honor and Apostolic Succession
By David Vermont
Today’s reading: 1 Tim 5 In today’s reading, we see further evidence that the early Church already had leaders and a hierarchy.
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During Respect Life Week, St. Gerard Majella: the patron of unborn children and expectant mothers, will be very busy.
During Respect Life Week, St. Gerard Majella: the patron of unborn children and expectant mothers, will be very busy.
By Larry Peterson
The Annual March for Life took place in Washington. D.C. on Friday, January 19. Tens upon tens of thousands marched in defense of the unborn. Many expectant women, unsure of their situation, did not. If you are one of them you might turn to St. Gerard Majella, the Patron Saint of Unborn Children and Expectant Mothers. Many a miracle has been attributed to this young man’s intercession.
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The Blessing of Winter
The Blessing of Winter
By Viki Doyle Heagy
God has given us this season to quiet our souls. The hustle and bustle of the holidays is over. The quiet of a softly falling snow gives us a chance to reflect upon our lives and the blessings God has so graciously bestowed upon us.
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The Dangers of Cliques and Superior Attitudes in the Church
The Dangers of Cliques and Superior Attitudes in the Church
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
In 2015 we celebrated “The Year of Mercy” declared by our Holy Father Pope Francis. We are currently in a time of welcoming for all into the Church. This is a time of love and of forgiveness and of new beginnings.
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