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What Jesus and Mary shared
What Jesus and Mary shared
By Kurtis M. Kiesel
Periodically science teaches us something new about the human condition. With that new knowledge we can re-evaluate what we know about the world and its history.
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What if St. Paul encountered Christ, but then didn't follow Him?
What if St. Paul encountered Christ, but then didn't follow Him?
By Trish Irvine
Too often, I assume that the saints would, naturally, follow God's will in their lives. I mistakenly believe that it was easy for them--of course they responded correctly, they are saints.
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St. John The Baptist – The Parable of the Two Sons
St. John The Baptist – The Parable of the Two Sons
By Frank J. Maduri
The season of Christmas is upon us, and having just transitioned the Liturgical Calendar from Advent which focused on the significant role of St. John The Baptist in compelling us to repent and make the path straight for the Lord. The Christmas season, for Catholics, is centered upon being the light for those in darkness.
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The lamp of the lamb
The lamp of the lamb
By James Dsouza
I was not into community until this year. I was spiritual and living a life of a monk. But the situations, experiences and word of God wanted me to focus on prayer and community this year. I was not sure how this new call would fall into place as I am naturally an extremely private person.
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Is the Catholic Church Mixed with Paganism?
Is the Catholic Church Mixed with Paganism?
By Scott Pauline
I agree that modern Christmas is commercialized terribly, but regarding the date of Christmas being changed by the Church to fit paganism, and other accusations that the Catholic Church is a corrupted form of Christianity by paganism,
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The Least (and Most Annoying) of These
The Least (and Most Annoying) of These
By Caroline Godin
It’s so easy to be self-consumed in this world of ‘me’ and iThings and instant gratification. It’s so easy to scoff at others’ complaints when yours are clearly much bigger. It’s so easy to be self-consumed and egocentric on social media where likes and shares boost your dopamine levels until you’re comfortably self-confident enough to go back to the real world… for a short time.
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Catholic Millennials: Resolve to Experience the Power of YES in 2017
Catholic Millennials: Resolve to Experience the Power of YES in 2017
By John C. Connell
Want to become excited about the next generation of Church laity? Want a shot of optimism about how the corporate world will operate in the future? Are you a Millennial and want to get involved with one of the most exciting endeavors of the New Evangelization?
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I'll Be Your Mule If You Will Be My Donkey
I'll Be Your Mule If You Will Be My Donkey
By Michael A. Durney
Can you imagine each person on earth serving the needs of others? Neither can I, yet by nature, there are some things that are harder for each of us and require a helping hand. You may argue that in times of crisis people help people and you would be correct.
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Washed in Waves of Sobriety - a Catholic Sober Lady in Vegas!
Washed in Waves of Sobriety - a Catholic Sober Lady in Vegas!
By Leslie Shaw Klinger
I recently attended a 12 Step conference in Las Vegas. I did not realize how odd that sounds until my last day there. On the drive to the airport, sitting comfortably in the front seat of a nice Range Rover, the Uber Driver asked, with all sincerity, "Is it a good idea for you people to come to Las Vegas for a conference?"
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The Evolution of Judaism into Catholic Christianity
The Evolution of Judaism into Catholic Christianity
By Ken Litchfield
At the time of Christ, Jews lived in Synagogue communities that supported their members in good times and in bad. If a member committed a serious sin, they could be expelled from their community. These Jews celebrated a Passover like meal on Friday in their homes. During the Last Supper, Jesus evolved this Seder meal into our Liturgy of the Eucharist.
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Faith alone is faith in oneself
Faith alone is faith in oneself
By De Maria
On my virtual walk through the internet, I met a fellow with whom I had a discussion about salvation. He is one of those who always asks, "Are you saved?" And then extolls the value of the false doctrine of faith alone. At one point, he said this to me. Faith in works to obtain salvation is not faith in Christ.
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01/01/2017—Unto Us a New Year Has Been Given
01/01/2017—Unto Us a New Year Has Been Given
By Elizabeth Thomas
I am working this day: and as the second hour of the eight hour shift started; I am praying ‘God help me make it through the day, may all go well.’ I am also thinking—“oh, seven more hours to go and how long that seems to be.” That is when these thoughts came and quickly written down—for I knew where they were coming from.
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Baby Lola and Our Lady of Dolors
Baby Lola and Our Lady of Dolors
By Allison Brown
This name I have heard all year, from my four year old, who has a little friend name Lila, but he calls her Lola. Every time time he said it, it melt my heart and I quickly fell in love with the name. So when I fell pregnant, the name Lola was on my mind.
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Spiritual Direction
Spiritual Direction
By Cindy Ellis
Life’s roller coaster can often lead us to put our own spirituality on hold – often simply because we “don’t have time” to devote to our faith. I recently changed jobs – completely new city and entirely new career path – and occasionally I’ve found myself so absorbed in work that I put off my own spiritual needs.
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Greccio and the First Crib
Greccio and the First Crib
By David Torkington
When the Crusaders opened up the Holy Land to pilgrims, they set the scene for a new dawn in Christian Spirituality in the twelfth century. This new dawn had two distinctive phases. The first involved a growing interest in the Jesus who had lived and died before the Resurrection. The second phase involved a new and unique understanding of the spirituality that bonded the first Christian community
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When the fullness of time had come
When the fullness of time had come
By Sr. Christina M. Neumann
At St. Anne’s Guest Home, where I serve, we are privileged to have priest come daily for Mass. Residents, Sisters, and visitors alike are thus enabled to participate in this wonderful Mystery.
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Pondering the Mystery of God's Love
Pondering the Mystery of God's Love
By Nancy Marie Murray
As the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God, the Gospel reading brings us back to the humble stable where, attended by shepherds, oxen, and angels, Jesus was born. Through Mary’s acceptance of God’s holy will, she brings forth God’s blessing for the whole human family.
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