
Mary Magdalene, Visionary
Mark Etling, PhD
July 4, 2025
The Gospel of Mary is one of many Scriptures that was not accepted by the Church for inclusion in the New Testament.
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Holding Grudges
Franciscan Media
March 9, 2017
Pope Francis reminds us that prayer is the best way to overcome blind spots in our attitudes toward others. He doesn’t say it will be easy. But neither does he let us off the hook. If we search our hearts, ...
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Patient Parenting
Franciscan Media
March 8, 2017
Just remind your children every day that you love them, that you believe in them. There is great power in the love of a parent. They do not need things to be happy. . . . They need to know ...
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God's Point of View
Franciscan Media
March 7, 2017
Seeing things from God’s perspective takes time and a readiness to question conventional wisdom. By prayer, fasting, and works of mercy, we learn to look at life from God’s viewpoint. - from Peace and Good
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Walk in Faith
Franciscan Media
March 5, 2017
Mother Mary is right there with us, granting her graces and lovingly pushing us forth—always towards her son, Jesus, so that we will be able to continue each day to put one foot in front of the other to walk ...
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Cast the First Stone
Franciscan Media
March 4, 2017
Jesus said: “Let the one among you who is without sin throw the first stone.” Here he does not deny the Law, but he challenges those around him to understand that the punishment is to be to be meted out ...
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God Is My Strength
Franciscan Media
March 3, 2017
God, you are my strength and my song. You are the reason for my joy. Fill me with your Holy Spirit, and drive away the forces of discouragement and despair. Jesus, I trust in you! St. Teresa of Calcutta, pray ...
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