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Sister Norma Pimentel visualized the tear-streaked, weary faces of people she serves at the border during her acceptance speech for the Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award April 21 in Davenport.
Pope Pius XII emphasized both Catholic devotion to Saint Joseph and the dignity of human labor when he created the celebration of Saint Joseph the Worker. Work, as our Church teaches, should always be for the good and benefit of humanity. Saint Joseph is our model and patron in our work endeavors.
Memorial of Saint Catherine of Siena
April 29, 2022
Daily Reading from the USCCB: John 6:1-15
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This month, as we celebrate Mother Mary, let us embrace and express gratitude for the many ways in which our mother helps us untie our troubles when we most need her.
Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen was known for his generosity and care for the poor throughout his life. Starting off as a lawyer, he became disenchanted and joined the Capuchins where he was known for his prayer and preaching. While traveling, he was attacked and killed.
Muchas personas viven con el dolor de perder a un ser querido por suicidio. Rara vez paso una semana sin recibir una carta, un correo electrónico o una llamada telefónica de alguien que acaba de perder a un familiar por suicidio.
Jesus brings peace to today’s shattered world through meekness and not through an “armed peace” that seeks to subjugate others, Pope Francis said.
May we always place our trust in you and commend our whole selves to your care.
In Russia’s war on Ukraine, “the forces of evil” are clearly at work, leading to “abominable” attacks on innocent people and widescale destruction of their homes, Pope Francis said.
What is happening is that we are withdrawing a human dependency, finding grace to forgive and let go, and relocating our little self in The Self (God), which never betrays us.
