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Hold Nothing Back

Herman Sutter July 10, 2025

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 ...

When Prayer Feels Empty

Stephen Copeland October 30, 2024

Father Murray Bodo, OFM, addresses the very real experience of the emptiness we sometimes encounter in prayer.

Be Here Now. Be There Then.

Daniel Imwalle October 29, 2024

How much does time play a role in your daily life? Are you rushing to and from one fire to another, constantly trying to be on time and crossing things off your list?

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Trusting the Place Where We Are

Maureen O'Brien October 28, 2024

The life of St. Clare offers us so many ways to model a life of faith in Christ.

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Called to Holiness

Herman Sutter October 27, 2024

What does God ask of us when he calls us to holiness?

Affirming Those Who Minister

Clifford Hennings, OFM October 26, 2024

Christ is the model for a genuine leader. Let us pray for our shepherds--bishops, priests, deacons, pastors, elders, pastoral administrators--that they may reflect his example.

Embracing Our Differences

Susan Hines-Brigger October 25, 2024

We are all unique in so many different ways—our looks, nationalities, religions, and so much more. It is only when we come together that we create a beautiful image of Christ’s love.

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