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The Worst Sin
The Worst Sin
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
Anne DeSantis talks about the fact that scripture states that blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is the worst sin. With this said, what does this exactly mean for us as Catholics who wish to become saints and enter Heaven some day? Here is one hint: being a police officer for the sins of others is not the door to sainthood. Learn more in this article.
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Emporer Xi ...
Emporer Xi ...
By Stephen Clark
My favourite line from the God Father (part 3) is:- ‘Power wears out those who don’t have it’ words whispered into Don Lucchesi’s ear seconds before he was assassinated with his own spectacles. Earthly power is an intoxicating and often rather brief illusion; made savage when it’s in the hands of frightened men who cling to it.
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A Faustian Bargain
A Faustian Bargain
By Richard Maffeo
Idolatry is far more than bowing before statues. Worship is far more than the posture or the words.
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Bestselling Author Guides Readers in Safely Trekking through Periods of Desolation
Bestselling Author Guides Readers in Safely Trekking through Periods of Desolation
By Mary Beth Bracy
Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V. advises readers in overcoming real life struggles on journey to holiness.
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A Widow from Dublin and the Ethiopian Famine
A Widow from Dublin and the Ethiopian Famine
By Stephen Clark
The BBC’s brilliant reporting as the story broke left the lapsed-catholic punk rock star Bob Geldof undone and he picked up the gauntlet. His Live aid concert raised about 150 Million pounds worldwide and was watched by at least half the population of the planet via the biggest ever satellite link-up. Much of its success was due to his own frank sincerity as he inspired people to give.
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Follow the Clues ...
Follow the Clues ...
By Stephen Clark
The prayer group I attend gives an opportunity to lay down one’s burdens and concerns and bring them to God in prayer and miracles happen as the community prays in faith for His intervention. Nothing is off limits, no prayer too big or too small.
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Technology and Religion
Technology and Religion
By Tom Stidl
A thought provoking article about the Book of Revelations
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The Journey Toward Perfection
The Journey Toward Perfection
By Amy Schisler
You, therefore, must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect” (Matt. 5:48). We are told this, and many strive to be a paragon of perfection. There's only one problem with this. We aren't meant to be perfect...not yet.
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Patient Trust: a Reflection
Patient Trust: a Reflection
By JMJ loves FBS
Sometimes the answer to prayer is to wait with patience, suspended and incomplete, while God works on us.
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God Makes Up for Our Inadequacies
God Makes Up for Our Inadequacies
By Katie Zalany
Ever make a mistake and one you aren’t proud of? A mistake that had a cascade effect? Well I had one recently. A mistake that caused me to miss my usual mass time on Sunday, my hour of prayer time on Sunday, writing my Catholic blog that morning, and the time I had set aside to do my ministry duties.
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Healing Sorrow
Healing Sorrow
By Daniel Mark
We need to be always aware.
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Shrines of Italy: Church of Saint Mark
Shrines of Italy: Church of Saint Mark
By Christopher McCarthy
Shrines of Italy: Church of Saint Mark
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Are We Being Two-Faced with God?
Are We Being Two-Faced with God?
By Emily Berns
This article talks about duplicity and how we can get rid of it in our relationship with God, looking at what might be causing it and why it is so harmful to us and others.
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The Particular Judgment
The Particular Judgment
By Tom Stidl
An explanation of part of life after death
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Turning To Mary In The Messy Moments Of Motherhood
Turning To Mary In The Messy Moments Of Motherhood
By Andrea Frey
Motherhood is messy. Mary can help! Don't forget to turn to her in the chaotic moments throughout your day.
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Serve our Lord
Serve our Lord
By Daniel Mark
We can serve our Lord in many ways. Above, we must serve our Lord in Humility.
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Adult children of alcoholics: a Catholic perspective
Adult children of alcoholics: a Catholic perspective
By Dr. Anne DeSantis
Anne DeSantis offers reflections for those who are adult children of alcoholics. The perspective she offers in the article is the Catholic perspective of healing. Being a child of alcoholic is never an easy thing to deal with. Anne discusses the realities of healing and offers advice to find God's peace throughout life after dealing with the trauma of family addictions.
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