February 23, 2022
The Hope of Lent
There’s something attractive about Lent beginning in the middle of an ordinary week, catching us in the midst of our daily occupations and asking us to take time out to find God there.
Stir Our Hearts with Nearness
When Francis of Assisi was blind, ill, and on his deathbed, he wrote his famous “Canticle of the Creatures.” What if we allowed the Incarnation to stir our hearts as it did for Francis, even when we feel lost or ...
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Faith and Family for February 27: Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
This week's readings, says Father Greg Friedman, can be a good tool to help you plan your upcoming Lenten practices.
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Saint Polycarp
Without knowing a whole lot about Saint Polycarp, he has entered into the life of the Church because he was a martyr--a witness to the faith with his life. That level of testimony to the faith is notable.
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Sunday Soundbite for February 27, 2022
Be creative in what you choose as external Lenten practices, but be certain they lead you to conversion in speech and action from a renewing heart.
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Sharing the Word for February 23, 2022
All good is basically a sharing in God’s own goodness. It's a privilege for us to be able to do good to others. It's a privilege for us to be used as instruments of God for others.
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