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Wounded and Worthy of Repair

Who doesn’t feel like their wounds cannot heal? Emotional, spiritual, and physical injury can create a chasm between us and God. Have you ever been in that place?

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Symbols of Our Faith

From blessing ourselves with holy water to praying a rosary, our rituals and sacramental objects enhance our spiritual lives. Sit quietly and reflect on the things that are bringing you closer to God.
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Reaching Out to Others

Each of us, throughout our lives, will encounter challenging times where we need someone we can turn to for help and support.
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Take Nothing For the Journey

On a medical mission to Haiti, we climbed a long, steep trail to a mountain town for a three-day clinic.
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Commitment to Justice

Committing to justice requires clarity of purpose and a steadfast dedication to fairness and equality. St. Francis advocated for justice by standing up for the marginalized and promoting peace.
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All Members of the Human Family

It’s sometimes easy to go with the flow in society and simply live life in a way that doesn’t gain any unwanted attention. There’s a temptation toward anonymity that’s actually quite dangerous for us, spiritually.
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The Blessings of Someone’s Labor

In the developed world many take the availability of food for granted. Yet behind all that food is the sweat from someone’s hard labor.
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