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Rupture and Repair
Whenever we have serious conflict in our relationships with family, friends, or coworkers, it’s tempting to demonize the other person or even sever the relationship. Even in the best relationships, however, there are moments of rupture.
Overcoming Obstacles
St. Catherine of Siena didn't let her limitations or other obstacles get in the way of God’s plan. Her writings paint a powerful picture of God’s love for us.
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Seeking Serenity
When headlines of injustice weigh us down, where do we turn? This week, I had a conversation with a dear friend about the state of the world, and we ended up agreeing about the power of the Serenity Prayer:
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Our Father’s World
Long distances can lead to ignorance of civil unrest, hunger, natural disasters. Though far away, all the globe's peoples are brothers and sisters to us.
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The Scatterbrain Disciple
How often do you find that after several minutes of trying to pray, your mind has wandered to topics other than God? Do you grow angry with yourself and give up, or do you push on in those moments?
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Your Place in Line
In our opulent era, many of us have become accustomed to acquiring more money, more prestige, more power, more material comforts. Poverty, in its figurative and literal sense, is societally scorned.
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A Bittersweet Journey
Shaun Niequist in her book Bittersweet wrote: “When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. And when life is bitter, say thank you and grow.” Sometimes the healing we need comes through growth that challenges us.
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