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Hold Nothing Back

Many of us are nervous when it comes to going to confession. We worry about what to say, and whether we will say or do it right. What if we make a mistake? Forget something? Mess up? Too often we ...
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Don’t Toss in the Towel!

I’m weary, and I have nothing to show for my spiritual progress. It can be overcome through persistence, fidelity, and spiritual practice.
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Everyday Pilgrims

There is a danger in limiting the pilgrim mindset to grand moments of international travel. In reality, driving to Mass on Sunday, a trip to a local shrine, or visiting a monastery can all have great spiritual value if we ...
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Remembering St. Gianna

St. Gianna Beretta Molla refused to sacrifice the life of her unborn child to save her own. After the birth of a healthy baby, Gianna developed an infection and died at age 40. She exhibited a kind of selfless love that ...
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The Smallest Details

The saying goes “the devil is in the details,” but I think rather God is in the details. His beauty is all around us if we choose to participate in his game of hide-and-seek. Go outside: watch, listen. Where do you ...
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Indwelling Stillness

Today can you notice when you are rushing to get through a task? It’s tiring and ultimately unsustainable. Psalm 46:10 offers as a salve some of the most familiar yet beautiful words : “Be still and know that I am ...
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Walk the Way of Truth

Try getting information from a different news source than you typically use. As you take in the information, notice your reactions and assumptions.
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