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Anna the Prophetess

Prophetesses are not often discussed in biblical discussions, however, St. Anna the Prophetess deserves some notice. She was a longtime widow, prayerful, elderly, devoted to God, and recognized Christ when he was presented at the Temple!

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Disciples in the Digital World

Social media and online news permeate our existence now more than ever before. Even if it’s in a small way, such as a random word of kindness to a friend on Facebook or a retweet of a life-affirming quote, there ...
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I Am a Samaritan Woman Too

Jesus approached the Samaritan woman at the well in the heat of the day when the rest of her community rested in the afternoon cool of their homes. She was an outcast and had no idea who he was until ...
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Gratitude Is Good for You

The good news from science is that gratitude can lead to chemical bodily responses that bring health benefits and longer life spans.
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A Trust Walk with Jesus

We all know the story of Jesus and Peter walking on water. How does this Scripture passage illuminate for you the moments in which Jesus has walked on water with you?
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The Value of Silliness

We don’t often think of Jesus as making jokes, and yet when we hear him tell the disciples that they are worth more than many sparrows, it is easy to picture him with an ironic grin.
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Finding Joy in the Journey

In a world often overshadowed by uncertainty and turmoil, the spirit of Franciscan optimism offers a beacon of hope—a reminder that even in the midst of life's challenges, there is reason to rejoice and find joy in the journey.
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