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Nine Scripture Passages to Defend the Holy Trinity
Based on the writings of Origen and other Church Fathers, we can refer to nine separate Scripture passages that defend the Trinity’s existence.
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The Presentation of the Lord: Present Yourself with Jesus
Through the Presentation, Joseph, Mary, and Jesus show us a profound example of humility and obedience by observing Jewish law even though they didn’t have to. They did that for our sake, not their own.
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Three GREAT Reasons to Pray the Rosary
The Rosary is indeed a perfect prayer, highlighting the lives of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph and reminding us of the truths of our Catholic faith. Some, sadly, think of it as tedious and therefore say the Rosary only on special occasions or not at all.
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Do You Fear Impatience? Turn to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
The idea that I might fear impatience never dawned on me. I’m definitely not a pleasant person to be around when I’m impatient, but do I fear being that way?
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Pope Francis’ Angelus Address: Lose Your Life for Jesus
Do we fully understand our discipleship in Christ?
If a stranger approached you, who would you say that Jesus is?
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The gaze of the crucified Jesus – Pope Francis at Assisi and a lesson for me
Where did Francis’s journey to Christ begin? It began with the gaze of the crucified Jesus. With letting Jesus look at us at the very moment that he gives his life for us and draws us to himself.
If I read only those three lines from Pope Francis’ homily for the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, I would have enough to contemplate for the next year. Or more. On the memorial of this saint who is loved world wide, the Holy Father visited Assisi, where he met with 100 or so sick and severely disabled children at the Seraphic Institute, blessing each and kissing the cheeks of many of them. (more…)
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Will we be a Peter, or will we be a John?
On August 6 we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration, that spectacular moment when our Lord appeared in all his glory to the Apostles Peter, James, and John.
While he was praying his face changed in appearance
and his clothing became dazzling white.
And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah,
who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodus
that he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem. (more…)
