Sharing the Word for June 24, 2020
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
June 24, 2020
We are not born in the unique circumstances of John the Baptist, yet each of us is special to God–each has a special calling from God.
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The Holy Family’s Arrival in Nazareth
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 11, 2020
According to Luke, the Holy Family went to Nazareth a little more than 40 days after Jesus was born. Matthew’s Gospel suggests it may have been several years later. Which was it?
Sons and Daughters of Vietnam’s Dads
Guest Blogger
June 11, 2020
For most Americans, the Vietnam War has been relegated to the pages of history books. But for those who fought in it, memories of that time will likely never be erased from their hearts.
Returning to the Catholic Church
Barbara Beckwith
June 11, 2020
Whenever a lost sheep returns to the fold, there is much rejoicing in heaven. But when the president of the Evangelical Theological Society returns to the Catholic Church, shouts can be heard throughout the universe.
Faith and Family for June 14: Body and Blood of Christ
Franciscan Media
June 8, 2020
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JN 6:51-58
Jesus said to the Jewish crowds: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever;
and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world.”
The Jews quarreled among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us his flesh to eat?”
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by Father Greg Friedman, OFM
God’s love will help US return to its true ideals, cardinal says
OSV News
June 6, 2020
Praying for George Floyd and all those who suffer from discrimination and violence in the United States, a top U.S. cardinal said Christians cannot hold any hatred or contempt in their heart when it is filled with God’s love.
Catholics must speak out against racism, say leaders
OSV News
June 5, 2020
When a black man is just a boy, his parents will likely have two conversations with him. The first is about life in general — things like being careful crossing the street, how to choose one’s friends and be a responsible young man.
After ‘taking a knee,’ border bishop gets a call from the pope
OSV News
June 5, 2020
It’s called “taking a knee,” and many professional athletes around the country have made the gesture publicly to protest police brutality.
Marking World Environment Day, pope says: Don’t look the other way
OSV News
June 5, 2020
Building a healthier, better world depends on everyone, Pope Francis said in his message marking World Environment Day June 5.
Saint Junípero Serra’s Camino
Stephen J. Binz
June 1, 2020
Pilgrimages may seem out of reach. California’s 21 missions bring this holy journey close to home.
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