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The Fatima Message One Hundred Years Later
The Fatima Message One Hundred Years Later
By Frank J. Maduri
The Catholic Church will mark the one hundredth anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima on May 13th. It was announced earlier this week that the International Pilgrim Virgin statue of Our Lady of Fatima will visit the United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday, May 12th. That is a very important symbolic gesture because the main message of the Fatima apparitions centered upon w
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Our Lady of Fatima—Still at Work!
Our Lady of Fatima—Still at Work!
By Elizabeth Thomas
A friend had asked me to call and pray with her. We live over 150 miles apart. I called at the 8 pm time requested and had opened my Bible which was in a leather cover. When praying with someone, the Bible is always kept at hand so we can seek a Word from God about any situation.
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Christian Friends
Christian Friends
By Mariel Roersma
God didn't create us to be alone. From the very beginning when He created Eve, He made that pretty clear. It's important for us to have friends in our lives who have similar beliefs, who want to journey with us in our faith.
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How To Talk To A Protestant About Mary
How To Talk To A Protestant About Mary
By Tony Jesse
There is a poem about two ships passing in the night. In the poem, the passing ships tell the reader about two people who see each other for the first time and only for a short duration and then part ways, disappearing into the vastness of the earth. The poet is telling readers that such people are like two ships, which passing by each other at night and come face to face for a brief unclear view.
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The Perfect Home
The Perfect Home
By Deacon Frederick Bartels
Sometimes, he can't put his finger on precisely what is wrong, aside from the obvious effects of the carpet bombing of sin. Even if his life might be imbued with satisfying contentment, he notices there's a persistent emptiness here, in this place, and that things are less than perfect. Contentment, like pleasure, all too soon evaporates.
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Thoughts On The Holy Rosary And The Crown Of Thorns
Thoughts On The Holy Rosary And The Crown Of Thorns
By Kathy Lamb
I enjoy listening to podcasts of Catholic Evangelist Dr. Taylor Marshall. In the podcast* I listened to this morning, Dr. Marshall interviewed Fr. Donald Calloway on the history and importance of the Holy Rosary. Dr. Marshall and Fr. Calloway are both Catholic converts.
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The Comfort of the Cross
The Comfort of the Cross
By The Prayerful Pilgrim
Again this week, I was reminded of the greatness of God and the pure gift of grace that flows from the glimpses He gives us of His Eternal Plan. We are on the reverse side of the tapestry…all the knots and tangled colors seem meaningless so much of the time.
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Worry Saints? 10 to help us! Plus Our Lady of Guadalupe!
Worry Saints? 10 to help us! Plus Our Lady of Guadalupe!
By Julie
Worrying won't do me any good. Sometimes I need to place my Trust in God even more these days... So, What saints can I turn to for helping me worry less?
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Losing with Grace
Losing with Grace
By Caroline Godin
My son pouted in his booster, reluctantly putting his seatbelt on as we rolled out of the dusty parking lot from the soccer field. “Buddy,” I repeated, “you played a great game. You made a few incredible diving saves! What’s to be upset about?”
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Parenting and Mass Hysteria
Parenting and Mass Hysteria
By Greg Schlueter
Over many years we've walked many miles with many families. Our shared goal: Form our children to be intentional disciples of Jesus Christ. Become the best versions of ourselves. Sainthood. Heaven.
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Day 9 – Do Not Be Anxious
Day 9 – Do Not Be Anxious
By David Vermont
In today’s reading Jesus tells us we should not worry about where and how we will obtain our food and clothing, for if God so lavishly adorns the birds and flowers, how much more will he care for us, who are his children made in his own image.
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Before I go to sleep tonight
Before I go to sleep tonight
By George Calleja
Before I go to sleep tonight, I would like to share this short prayer with you...
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Day 7 - Be Perfect...
Day 7 - Be Perfect...
By David Vermont
In the second half of Matthew Chapter 5 we see Jesus establish a new way of looking at moral responsibility. We go from “though shall not kill” to “love your enemy”. This is so well known to us now that its revolutionary nature is no longer appreciated.
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Grace
Grace
By Ralph Hathaway
Is there anything more poignant that can be said about God and His deep and abiding love for us than this wonderful portion from his countenance? This isn’t just a term to reflect upon or be in awe of, but a living proof of the Almighty’s concern for each person and his/her eternal soul, and freely given to us.
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Teaching the Rosary and Getting Blessed Back
Teaching the Rosary and Getting Blessed Back
By Rose Cuervo
A man recently suicidal came to the adoration chapel and started ranting. The Lord, I felt, understood his pain. When his rant ended and he said, "You are right. Mary is real and we should honor her." He was/is, a Protestant but had been coming to our church thanks to the invitation of an outreach group many years back.
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Fear of Deception
Fear of Deception
By Melanie Jean Juneau
The biggest stumbling block to Life in Christ is fear. Many Catholics are leery of any inner, spiritual revelations from their Heavenly Father because they are afraid of being deceived. However, fear of the devil cannot be stronger than our trust in God’s ability to keep us safe or we will miss out on the fullness of life in Christ which is available to us.
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Conversations with Jesus
Conversations with Jesus
By Anne Gerard
Hey Jesus, here is the thing, I am well aware and so grateful for all your Holy Spirit has done for me and in me. The person I used to be is no longer ruling my life. But, it seems that there is still something in me that is not able to let go of some small level of control.
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