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Giving Back Words their Original Meaning
Giving Back Words their Original Meaning
By David Torkington
The local Charismatic group were celebrating forty years since their foundation and were preparing a special Mass for that purpose. The readings, the psalms and the prayers had all been chosen to echo the overall theme of asking God to give his love to all those present and to the whole world that would be lost without it. The visiting preacher came straight to the point.
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My Son's Wedding proved to me that "ONE, HOLY, CATHOLIC, and APOSTOLIC" is the perfect description for our Church
My Son's Wedding proved to me that "ONE, HOLY, CATHOLIC, and APOSTOLIC" is the perfect description for our Church
By Larry Peterson
We define the Catholic Church as “One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic” church. But when you witness those words coming to life right before your own eyes, it is an experience you will never forget.
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"They're idiots!" What I learned from Two Catholic Giants
"They're idiots!" What I learned from Two Catholic Giants
By Greg Schlueter
During a wonderful season of priestly discernment, Fr. Benedict Groeschel introduced me to his dear friend, brilliant philosopher Alice von Hildebrand.
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My Dear Friend Nellie Who Helped Me Have More Fatih
My Dear Friend Nellie Who Helped Me Have More Fatih
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
About five years ago, after a period of difficulty in my life, a friend introduced me to “Aunt Nellie”. We didn’t’ meet in person to begin with. We started out as “Facebook friends” and gradually became closer and even started talking on the phone sharing our lives and encouraging each other in our faith.
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Athena Calderone and a wife's happy witness--a review of "Cook Beautiful"
Athena Calderone and a wife's happy witness--a review of "Cook Beautiful"
By Rose Cuervo
I have been introduced to the multi-hyphenate Athena Calderone (interior designer, model, social media influencer) who prides herself first and foremost as a wife and mother. She relays this in her debut cookbook "Cook Beautiful", a James Beard nominee for photography.
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Thank God For Unanswered Prayer
Thank God For Unanswered Prayer
By Birgit Jones
Our prayer petitions are often similar to those of others. Some prayers address wants, some needs, and some desires. As the saying goes, “There are three ways God answers our prayers – yes, no, and not now.”
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Praying a Counter-Cultural Rosary on the Frontlines of the Culture War
Praying a Counter-Cultural Rosary on the Frontlines of the Culture War
By John Horvat
As I stood on the country highway praying a rosary for marriage, I could not help but think I was on the front line. Talking about traditional marriage is essential, but it can be done from the safety of the home. Writing about the subject is an exercise done in the isolation of an office. When you are out in front of hundreds of passing cars or pedestrian traffic, that is the front line.
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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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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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BRING IT!
BRING IT!
By Greg Schlueter
As you know, most professing Catholics have at least some issues with Catholic teaching, all the more, non-Catholics! Of course, this has real implications in our efforts to see the Kingdom more fully alive in individual souls, marriages, homes, parishes and this region.
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Shifting Paradigms
Shifting Paradigms
By E.M. McCarthy
(A Satire) Vatican City, April 1, 2018 / 07:19 am The Vatican announced it has appointed a panel to review the apostolic exhortation, The Joy of Worship. While there are no changes to Catholic doctrine, moral theologians have heralded the new paradigm shift from doctrine to pastoral care.
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Catholic Authors: Write Fearlessly but Respectfully
Catholic Authors: Write Fearlessly but Respectfully
By Melanie Jean Juneau
Some Catholic authors write as if they belong to a Church Beleaguered, not the Church Triumphant. Articles tend to be either defensive or angry attacks against adversaries. Many religious writers retreat, focusing only on like-minded souls, writing for a small, mutual admiration society.
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Courage
Courage
By Linda Kracht
When asked to explain courage — the human virtue — we use words such as spunk, bravery, valor, fearlessness, daring, heroism, or true grit.
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Sin is War
Sin is War
By E.M. McCarthy
Our society tends to ignore sin. It’s considered an outdated word. But, what may we compare sin to so that we may understand it better?
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My Life!
My Life!
By Renee Oania
2017 was an interesting and chaotic year for me. 2018 is still early in the year and so far it has been great for a women who will be entering in her 40's in July.
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Things I Would not Have Learned if I Bailed out of Marriage Early
Things I Would not Have Learned if I Bailed out of Marriage Early
By Rose Cuervo
Once upon a time, my husband became unemployed for many years and my ambition-ridden self could not see how he could be the permanent dreamboat that I had imagined spending my life with. I was also not getting used to having all the preference I have articulated put to the wayside and my independence curtailed.
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The Elephant in the Room
The Elephant in the Room
By Joe Richard
A few weeks ago, i was having some serious medical problems. I won’t go into detail here, but it's sufficient to say that this condition could have killed me. And there is still a chance of that. Two different specialists told me there was nothing more they could do. I was getting worse every day. I had no real hope left, and I began to accept my situation. I finally realized i was at peace
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