May 11, 2020

Man praying outside | Photo by West Kenya Union Conference Adventist Media on Unsplash

Thoughts on Praying Simply

Probably one of the most commonly used words in our Catholic faith is prayer.
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bowls of the eucharist | Photo by Grant Whitty on Unsplash

Understanding the Sacrament of the Eucharist

The Church invites us to celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist and to receive Holy Communion “often” and “worthily” (CCC 1389).
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Father Timothy J. Mockaitis, pastor of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Salem, Ore., and penitent Ethan K. Alano of Salem demonstrate how a confession is conducted May 3, 2019. The sacrament of reconciliation provides us with opportunities to continue to examine our intentions and conscience, to "come clean" with God so we may move ahead refreshed, abundantly blessed. (CNS photo/Chaz Muth)

Understanding the Sacrament of Reconciliation

Making the Sacrament of Reconciliation a vibrant part of one’s spiritual life—especially if it hasn’t been such in quite a while—basically just requires the decision to begin again.
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Understanding the Sacrament of Marriage

Vatican II clarified that marriage is a partnership between a man and a woman ordered toward their mutual good and the procreation and education of children (cf. GS, 48.1).
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Little hand in a big hand | Photo by Liane Metzler on Unsplash

We Belong to God

Grateful living is a celebration of the universal give-and-take of life, a limitless “yes” to belonging.
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Sacrament of Holy Orders

Understanding the Sacrament of Holy Orders

If the Lord is truly calling a man or a woman to religious life or priesthood, he or she needs to listen and respond not only for the sake of the Church, but also for his or her own happiness and ...
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