April 6, 2022

Don’t Harden Your Hearts

Most Christians would probably be slow to admit that by these criteria almost all of us would have opposed Jesus.

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Gifted With Enthusiasm

I like the idea of an enthused God. It stands in meaningful contrast to the stern judgmental Old Testament God of my youth. I lack the gift of enthusiasm but witness it through some loved ones blessed with that gift.
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Faith and Family for April 10: Palm Sunday

This week, we enter into Holy Week with the celebration of Palm Sunday. In the Gospel, we recount the narrative of Jesus' passion and death.
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Archbishop from Assisi brings first-class relic of Blessed Acutis to US

Archbishop Domenico Sorrentino of Assisi, Italy, brought a first-class relic of Blessed Carlos Acutis to a Catholic high school on Long Island April 4 as he began a five-day tour with the relic.
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Stained Glass window of Saint Crescentia Hoess

Saint Crescentia Hoess

The story of Saint Crescentia Hoess is a twist on the story of rags to riches. Born into material poverty, she eventually rose to true spiritual wealth. But not without many obstacles, including a number of physical ailments.
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Sunday Soundbite for April 10, 2022

Luke remains consistent to the characteristics he’s highlighted all through his Gospel. He especially depicts Jesus’ concern for those on the margins of society--shown as the Lord heals in the Garden, comforts the weeping women, forgives his executioners, and welcomes ...
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