Carlo Acutis and the Gift of Presence
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” Often attributed to John Lennon, this quote from American journalist Allen Saunders speaks to me especially this week of April 21, 2025, as I write this piece...
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Lent with Padre Pio: First Monday
In the face of adversity, it can seem impossible to find any levity or something to smile about.
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Lent with Padre Pio: First Sunday
Throughout his life, Padre Pio dealt with various obstacles ranging from his health to people doubting his faith journey.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Saturday after Ash Wednesday
“Pray, hope, and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.” —Padre Pio
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Lent with Padre Pio: Friday after Ash Wednesday
Perhaps Lent is a good time for us to take a look in the mirror.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Thursday after Ash Wednesday
Padre Pio was known for spending long periods of time in the confessional. It has been estimated that he heard two million confessions. He did not, however, allow this ministry to get in the way of his prayer life.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Ash Wednesday
On this journey, we will be accompanied by St. Pio of Pietrelcina, more commonly known as Padre Pio. This humble Capuchin friar embodied the true spirit of walking with Christ throughout his life.
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