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A Blessed Christmas to all
A Blessed Christmas to all
By George Calleja
Wishing you all a Blessed Christmas.
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For Good Reason.
For Good Reason.
By Michael Thomas Cibenko
Why belief in God is not a matter of faith.
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Making the days leading up to Christmas very special
Making the days leading up to Christmas very special
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
Anne DeSantis offers suggestions on ways to make the celebration of Christmas more special than ever. Here is a hint: it has nothing to do with buying the perfect gift or in offering the perfect Christmas meal. It has to do with reaching out to people in our lives who need to know that not only does God care, but so do YOU. Learn more in this article.
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Understanding Samson; Preparing for Christ
Understanding Samson; Preparing for Christ
By John Roskoski
Samson, a "Hero of Faith" according to the Letter to the Hebrews, is remembered every December 19 by the daily readings of the Roman Church. Samson began the actual preparation for the Messiah, so it is fitting that he should be remembered in the most time of preparation in Advent.
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Crushing the Head of the serpent
Crushing the Head of the serpent
By Stephen Clark
“It is the image of God reflected in you that so enrages hell; it is this on which the demons hurl their mightiest weapons.”
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Do you feel like Advent is slipping away from you?
Do you feel like Advent is slipping away from you?
By Amelia Monroe Carlson
If you are like me, maybe Advent seems to have slipped away from you. Christmas is a week away and you do not feel as if you have been able to properly prepare for the coming Christ. Good news! It's not too late. Here's how to make the most of this last Advent week.
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Trust in God Brings Forth Our Salvation
Trust in God Brings Forth Our Salvation
By Katie Zalany
Trust in God is the foundation of our salvation and journey with God. It was how Christ came into this world. It’s also how Christ comes into our own unique worlds – how we navigate this life to get closer to God here on earth and then eventually to heaven above. We don’t get there through anything but learning to trust in God more and more faithfully with each passing year. Trust in
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Shrines of Italy: San Simeone Piccolo
Shrines of Italy: San Simeone Piccolo
By Christopher McCarthy
Lovely little church operated by the FSSP in Venice.
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Fruitless
Fruitless
By Michael Thomas Cibenko
Some thoughts on childless marriages.
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Are You Doing Good for the Right Reasons?
Are You Doing Good for the Right Reasons?
By Emily Berns
During Advent, we not only prepare for Christ's coming as man in the flesh, but also for His second coming at the end of time. Thus, it is good to reflect on what we do and why we do it so that we can prepare to face our judgment after death.
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Short Inspirational Messages (Number 28)
Short Inspirational Messages (Number 28)
By George Calleja
Prayer is a way to draw us closer to God.
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Three Important Lessons at 33 Years
Three Important Lessons at 33 Years
By The Catholic Philadelphian
It's my 33rd birthday. I am thankful to still be here as life is worth living. What will come about in my 33rd year of life? God only knows
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Being an encourager: A Catholic perspective
Being an encourager: A Catholic perspective
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
Anne DeSantis discussed the art of being an encourager. As Catholics and as Christians we are certainly called to be encouraging to others and even toward ourselves. There are a great many people in the world who live lives of loneliness and sadness and who do not have the support they deserve. Read the article to learn ways to become a more encouraging person.
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Recommended to Heaven
Recommended to Heaven
By Stephen Clark
No one goes to heaven alone, we must be recommended, and it can only be those whom we have helped get there first.
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Shrines of Italy: Santa Maria Assunta
Shrines of Italy: Santa Maria Assunta
By Christopher McCarthy
A hidden gem located deep within the heart of Venice!
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Prayer and Singing
Prayer and Singing
By Daniel Mark
I learned a lot after joining a choir. I am glad I did, even though I cannot sing.
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Two Empty Stockings & Advent Lessons
Two Empty Stockings & Advent Lessons
By Katie Zalany
Jesus’ coming brings joy and hope to the places of desert and hopelessness in our lives. As His vision unfolds, patience and waiting in hope, faith and love are His asks. Two empty stockings reminded me of that.
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