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Do WE Want to Be Saved?
Do WE Want to Be Saved?
By John M. Grondelski
Thursday's Gospel features a leper approaching Jesus, asking for healing "if You will it." God always wants to heal us. The acid question is: do we?
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When God Forgives, Why do many resist forgiving ourselves? The many Reasons Why
When God Forgives, Why do many resist forgiving ourselves? The many Reasons Why
By Eileen Renders
Contemplating how we imperfect humans can remain free of sin
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Samuel's "Familiarity" with God -- And Ours?
Samuel's "Familiarity" with God -- And Ours?
By John M. Grondelski
This week's Mass readings introduce the prophet Samuel: who was he, why was he important, and how did he get "familiar" with God?
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The Only Way Forward... Is Back
The Only Way Forward... Is Back
By Andrea Madrigal
A book review published later than planned.
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Anything But Ordinary
Anything But Ordinary
By Mary Ennis Meo
The post-holiday dullness may seem to be reflected in the name of our current liturgical season. Yet the origin of the term "Ordinary Time" has nothing to do with being commonplace or dull.
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Time of Chastisement, or The End, Saint Maria Esperanza, a Venezuelan Catholic Tells us how to bring about Peace in the World
Time of Chastisement, or The End, Saint Maria Esperanza, a Venezuelan Catholic Tells us how to bring about Peace in the World
By Eileen Renders
It is no secret that most of us are wondering what is happening in our world today. What is causing these violent disturbances, and how can we contribute to a peaceful transition?
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The Devil Is Real
The Devil Is Real
By John M. Grondelski
Repentance means man taking responsibility for his evil. But man is not the only doer of evil: Jesus makes clear we need to take seriously the devil.
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Dungeon
Dungeon
By Gary Sullivan
Pre-Baptism: ‘But you said I would be like God”. They respond with a thunderous and monotonous chorus, “You are just like us. You are just like us”. Their mockery echoes off the mossy bricks that tower above and encircle you. Post Baptism: “You are my beloved son in whom I am well pleased. You don’t belong in a dungeon. You belong to me”.
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Ordinary Time Starts with the Extraordinary: Repentance
Ordinary Time Starts with the Extraordinary: Repentance
By John M. Grondelski
As Ordinary Time begins, the Church starts where Jesus did: in a call to repentance. What does that mean?
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While we wait for the call home; our task must be our Evangelistic efforts!
While we wait for the call home; our task must be our Evangelistic efforts!
By Ralph Hathaway
Evangelize for Christ
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A Light for the Nations: Reflections of the Readings for the Baptism of the Lord, Cycle A
A Light for the Nations: Reflections of the Readings for the Baptism of the Lord, Cycle A
By Tom Klocek
The Baptism of the Lord is another manifestation of Jesus to the world, Gentile and Jew alike. Today's celebration moves us from the joys of the Christmas season to the beginning of His public life. This will also lead us to the penitential season of Lent beginning on February 18th. As we continue to meet Jesus at this time, our faith can grow and develop.
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The Heroic Conversion of Brazil´s “Japanese” Catholics
The Heroic Conversion of Brazil´s “Japanese” Catholics
By John Brander Fitzpatrick
Brazil has around one and a half million people of Japanese descent, most of whom are Catholic even almost all the original immigrants were Shintoists and Buddhists. This article discusses why this mass conversion occurred.
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Holy Water and the Missed Kick: A Catholic Reading of a Viral Steelers–Ravens Moment
Holy Water and the Missed Kick: A Catholic Reading of a Viral Steelers–Ravens Moment
By Aaron Schuck
A Catholic perspective on the viral Steelers–Ravens holy water blessing at Acrisure Stadium, the missed last-second kick, and what sacramentals really mean—plus how a meme moment can spark curiosity and become the start of a faith journey.
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Let's Start Our First Fridays/Saturdays Now -- And How They Fit Our Spiritual Lives
Let's Start Our First Fridays/Saturdays Now -- And How They Fit Our Spiritual Lives
By John M. Grondelski
The start of a new year is a good time to (re)start the First Fridays/First Saturdays devotion. More about them -- and their promises:
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Seven Things to Do to Fight Against Evil People
Seven Things to Do to Fight Against Evil People
By Terri Thomas
Is someone is disturbing your peace, family, or business? It is tempting to respond impulsively and with the weakness of our vices. This only adds evil to evil and therefore, multiplies evil in the world. Instead, respond not in the flesh but in the Spirit and you will see darkness flee, therefore eliminating evil in the world and replacing it with good.
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Commentary: The Problem with the Filipino Christmas Celebration of “Ber Months”
Commentary: The Problem with the Filipino Christmas Celebration of “Ber Months”
By Matthew Paguinto
The problems with the Filipino celebration of the Ber months.
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Cerulean Blue: A Spanish Liturgical Privilege
Cerulean Blue: A Spanish Liturgical Privilege
By Matthew Paguinto
The Cerulean vestments, a special privilege of the Spanish curia.
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