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Go Tell It on a Mountain
Go Tell It on a Mountain
By Elizabeth Thomas
Father Robert Barron, while reading his Lenten reflections brought this to my attention. A lot of things going on---on a mountain. ”The Transfiguration takes place on a mountain, and this right away places it in relation to the Old Testament. Abraham is willing to sacrifice his son on a mountain; Noah's ark comes to rest on Mt. Ararat; the law is given to Moses on Mt. Sinai; ...
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"Christian, You Decide"
"Christian, You Decide"
By Elizabeth Thomas
The Lord God had a conversation with a Christian one day. “Christian, there are over 6, 909 cultures and languages in my world. There are 7, 298,158,660 and counting people living in my world. Of these around 2.0 billion proclaim to believe in My Son, Jesus, who I sent to the earth to lead you in My Ways.
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Take your Catholicism into the Voting Booth
Take your Catholicism into the Voting Booth
By Will Moravits
When I was teaching 8th grade history in a Catholic School a few years ago, I had a class very interested in politics. Most were moderately interested in what was happening but there were three students in particular who were very vocal.
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Time to Build an Ark Again
Time to Build an Ark Again
By Elizabeth Thomas
Somewhere just recently, I read an article talking about events of the world and how we were being ‘flooded with evil.’ Yeah, no duh! Read any headline, listen to any newscast, and you cannot argue with that.
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FINAL PASSION, CRUCIFIXION, and RESURRECTION?
FINAL PASSION, CRUCIFIXION, and RESURRECTION?
By Elizabeth Thomas
Wait, what is going on? Where are we now? Reading the headlines I am seeing all the pain, destruction, killing and suffering inflicted on the many—and why? Am I to understand that some zealots for God (Like St. Paul did) are thinking these brothers and sisters are infidels because they are followers of Christ.
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Do We Love Mankind, But Can't Stand People?
Do We Love Mankind, But Can't Stand People?
By Bill Dunn
Christian theology teaches that every single person on earth has been created by God, in God’s image, and is loved very much by God. So, if God loves all people, who are we not to love them also, right? Most Christians do in fact love other people, and get very concerned when news reports tell of the devastating impact of wars, famines, and natural disasters.
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On Fellowship
On Fellowship
By Crysaly Aviles
One of the greatest resources we have as Christians is fellowship with one another. Whether it's prayer, company, or a visit - we are filled with joy to be in each other's company. It really does make a difference when we fellowship directly with one another because God promises to be there: “For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them" (Matthew 18:20).
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Cain't and Able
Cain't and Able
By Elizabeth Thomas
A long time ago, a perfect man and a perfect woman, became discontented with their perfect world and wanted more. So a very wise Creator—allowed more to come into their world.
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Forgiving the Unforgivable
Forgiving the Unforgivable
By Julie Daniels
How do we forgive someone who has wronged us? How do we avoid standing in judgment against another? We are taught from an early age about forgiveness, reconciliation, and God’s mercy. But do we live what we are taught? I think the reason forgiveness is a struggle is that our emotions are engaged and our feelings are hurt. “Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.”
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Why the USA Must Take the Lead in the War Against ISIS Barbarism: It is the Right Thing To Do
Why the USA Must Take the Lead in the War Against ISIS Barbarism: It is the Right Thing To Do
By Larry Peterson
I sit here safe at 7 a.m. pecking away at the keyboard in front of me. My thoughts, for the moment, are focused on the words I make appear on the screen. A cup of coffee sits to my right . My freedom in America allows me to be a Catholic and practice my faith without interference (so far). So at 7:45 I will leave and go to Mass.
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The Profound Dignity of Motherhood
The Profound Dignity of Motherhood
By James M. Littleton
Mothers are by far the most beautiful creatures in the world. There is nothing more beautiful than a mother. There has never been a beauty pageant winner more beautiful than a pregnant woman. A pregnant woman glows with the grace of God. She is one with God. Her love has borne fruit with the life in her womb. She is transformed into an other-worldly beauty. Anyone can naturally see this.
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During the Lenten Season: Is Forgiveness for Anyone Who Asks? Apparently Not.
During the Lenten Season: Is Forgiveness for Anyone Who Asks? Apparently Not.
By Larry Peterson
Lent is here. I sit in front of this keyboard with the current memory of ashes smeared across my forehead. The season of Repentance and Forgiveness followed by Redemption is once again upon us. The ashes remind us of our mortality. We all know in our hearts that we will surely die one day.
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On Lent
On Lent
By Crysaly Aviles
Lenten is a season of fellowship with the Lord. Every day should be a day of fellowship, but Lent is a time of emphasizing our relationship with God. Lent is a time of substantive change towards a better you.
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Sunday Dunkin' - Not Just For Doughnuts!!!
Sunday Dunkin' - Not Just For Doughnuts!!!
By Sarah Aten
So, let's begin with the definition of baptism according to the Catechism. Baptism is the regeneration by water in word. Basically, when a person is bathed in the holy water, their whole spirit becomes washed and is a new being in Christ. That's what most Christians believe.
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Compassion vs compassion
Compassion vs compassion
By Linda Kracht
Recently I attended a debate arguing for and against surrogate motherhood — the act of contractually renting out one’s womb for to-be-parents. It takes about a split second of thought to realize that this newest way to technologically intervene/assist in the making of babies and parents is highly exploitable by one or all parties
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The Theological Virtues... for Toddlers?
The Theological Virtues... for Toddlers?
By Melanie R. Cameron
Perhaps these three virtues are slightly easier to teach. Join me this Lent in not only praising the good behavior we see our children doing, but also to point out the virtues that they are showing when they choose to do good things.
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Baby Turtles or Baby People--and the Winner is; Decide for Yourself
Baby Turtles or Baby People--and the Winner is; Decide for Yourself
By Larry Peterson
We have in place in this country a law called the Endangered Species Act. Under this act, wildlife considered "endangered" are protected by law from being killed, or maimed or harmed in anyway. There are many good points to this law as some of our most revered wildlife, like the Bald Eagle, have been saved from possible extinction. But, what about the "Baby People"? Don't they count?
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