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Embrace the Weather

When we choose to see our connection to the created world we can be sure that—rain or shine—we will encounter the sacred.

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In Search of Direction

Daniel Comboni’s (1831–1881) first missionary trip to Africa ended in failure. He returned home to Italy and came up with what was a novel idea then: involve African Christians directly in the evangelization of their sisters and brothers.
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Prayer for Peace

Too often we are quick to anger. And the world seems to be acting in kind. But we can be living examples of Christ’s message. What can you do to bring peace into your community, your home, your heart?
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St. Titus: An Encouraging Friend

St. Titus' friendship was important to St. Paul when he was going through troubled times. How can we be that same type of encouraging friend?
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Appreciate God’s Majesty

Nature attests to the majesty of its author, if we have the eyes to see and ears to listen. Give God thanks for our ability to study the sciences, grateful for our intellect, and the workings of the world.
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I Only Need You, Lord

“The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack.” How often have we heard, said, or sung these words from Psalm 23? But do we truly believe them? Do our life choices reflect that belief?
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Showing Compassion in the Workplace

In every workplace, there are moments when our colleagues may find themselves facing challenges, setbacks, or personal struggles that affect their well-being and performance.
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