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Father Ignatius Makes a Discovery
Father Ignatius Makes a Discovery
By Victor S E Moubarak
There are times when a light turns on in your head and you see something clearly for the first time and understand something new you’d never realized before. Father Ignatius was a studious type of person spending many hours reading the Bible as well as many books on theology, ancient history and similar subjects which would soon send any lesser head spinning widely.
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The Science of Religion: He is Risen
The Science of Religion: He is Risen
By Robert Italia
After the Sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb.And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, approached, rolled back the stone, and sat upon it.His appearance was like lightning and his clothing was white as snow.The guards were shaken with fear of him and became like dead men.
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Happy Easter, and Ho! Ho! Ho!
Happy Easter, and Ho! Ho! Ho!
By Bill Dunn
Here we are; it’s finally Easter. This is the perfect time to talk about … Christmas. Christmas?! Well, sure, why not? It only seems logical that as the Christian community directs its attention this week to the Resurrection of Jesus, we should also give some thought to the miracle that made it all possible: the Incarnation.
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The lies about Easter
The lies about Easter
By Victor S E Moubarak
As we celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord let us remember that this particular event gave rise to many speculations and rumours all those years ago, and indeed over the years since then.
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The Other Side of the Stone
The Other Side of the Stone
By Rev. John H. Hampsch, C.M.F
Social surveys have shown that, for reasons unknown, more women than men tend to be late for appointments. But on one momentous occasion—the greatest in human history—women arrived long before any men did. Their early dawn arrival at the scene with embalming spices on that first Easter morn reflected more than mere punctuality.
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Why Easter Matters
Why Easter Matters
By Tom Ponchak
“And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost. If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied.” – 1 Corinthians 15:17-19. What a glorious cause for celebration. I love Easter. As St. John Paul II said, “We are Easter people, and alleluia is our song!”
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What Did She Say?!!
What Did She Say?!!
By Elizabeth Thomas
“Okay, let it be done. I do not know how God—I don’t know how it is humanly possible to do this on my own. But Father, I trust in You, so if You are asking me to bring into this world Your saving WORD—then let this happen—use me--Father to do Your Will.” (2015 version of Mary’s conversation with Gabriel, and our reply too, when we are asked to bring the Love of Jesus into this world.)
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Trust in Divine Mercy
Trust in Divine Mercy
By Carol Ann Chybowski
Today is Holy Saturday, a day of silence a day of waiting, a day of trusting. This is the day we remember how Christ trusted in the promise of God, His Father, following His will into death on the Cross, then into the grave. We know we will celebrate His glorious Resurrection and the fulfillment of God’s promise tomorrow, but today we are still waiting, still lying in the tomb with Christ.
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Last Seven Words of Jesus: Behold Your Mother
Last Seven Words of Jesus: Behold Your Mother
By Nina Rizzo
I thought Mary's life would be spared from suffering after being greeted by an angel of the Lord as full of grace and highly favored by God. Quite the opposite; Mary suffered many sorrows beginning with a prophecy of doom. When Mary presented her infant son to the Temple as prescribed by Jewish law, an old man Simeon told Mary that a sword would pierce her soul.
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Nate's Great Reads For Holy Week & The Easter Season.: Six Top Picks
Nate's Great Reads For Holy Week & The Easter Season.: Six Top Picks
By Nate Lauer
Prayerful reading can work wonders in our spiritual life (with God’s grace). Though by no means an exhaustive list, and certainly not an attempt to proclaim these as the absolute best books for every English speaking and reading human soul, I nonetheless list here a few books that I think you may find particularly impactful, body, mind and soul for Holy Week.
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Communication
Communication
By Catherine Garrett
How many times have you heard a friend, a relative, or even yourself say "We just grew apart" when speaking of a friend or spouse or family member? It's always so tragic hearing this and it makes me wonder, Why?
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Captain Catholic
Captain Catholic
By Tom Ponchak
When I was about six or seven years old I loved Superman. I wanted to be Superman. One day I made a cape out of a bath towel, climbed up on my twin bed next the window, grabbed the string attached to the curtain rod, tied it to the belt loop on the back of my jeans, and jumped off the bed expecting to be suspended in the air so I could “fly” like Superman.
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Five Faces of the Hours of the Passion of Christ
Five Faces of the Hours of the Passion of Christ
By Mary Rivers
Around the campfire in the courtyard of Caiaphas I sit. Memories surface with each spark of fire; memories are buzzing like angry gnats. Memories disturb my uneasy being; I am quaking with fear of someone discovering who I am. It is something I also ask myself. Who am I? Is this my hour of suffering?
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What Catholics Should Know About the Word "Catholic"
What Catholics Should Know About the Word "Catholic"
By Arnold Scott
The word “Catholic” often is used simply as a personal identity by Catholics. For Protestants, it can be a term with a connotation of derision, confusion, or corruption. So, let’s clear this up once and for all. What does the word Catholic mean, and how and when did the Church acquire this name?
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A Father's Legacy to His Children Was NOT What It Seemed
A Father's Legacy to His Children Was NOT What It Seemed
By Larry Peterson
This book celebrates family and the Catholic priesthood. It deals with alcoholism, abandonment, pride, forgiveness and death. Yet, makes you smile in between
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No stranger at the door ...
No stranger at the door ...
By Victor S E Moubarak
“ … and there we were both standing at the doorway of the Church,” said Father Ignatius, “ and then he asked me if I could spare a cup of coffee. I didn’t think he drank coffee. What do you think he drank anyway? St Peter?” asked Father Donald.
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Mary's Dowry: England's Consecration to Our Lady
Mary's Dowry: England's Consecration to Our Lady
By Hannah Marie
Flying from Houston to Heathrow on my first international trip, I nervously pondered the country I would soon experience. During my two weeks on England’s shore, I discovered Catholic roots and memories in almost every nook and cranny.
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