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Thursday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time October 26, 2023Daily Reading from the USCCB: Romans 6:19-23 Saint Paul reminds the Roman Christians that they
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Thursday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time October 26, 2023Daily Reading from the USCCB: Romans 6:19-23 Saint Paul reminds the Roman Christians that they

We are all called to prayer, to talk to our God about what is happening in our lives. When we are worried about life-changing health issues, who better to talk with?

When I think of Carlo Acutis, I think about how he, too, was rooted in where he was. He wasn’t particularly well-traveled. But his faith is marveled the world over. I love that about him.

Dutch-born Charles of Mount Argus spent 35 years in Ireland and England, never really mastering the language. But the priest’s friendliness and healing gifts made him beloved by all.

Crossing borders and overcoming barriers, if done with love, also brings a new vision of reality that enables us to have reverence for everything that is.

Wednesday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time October 25, 2023Daily Reading from the USCCB: Romans 6:12-18 Saint Paul now shifts his attention to some

Exercise can bring many physical and psychological benefits. When we add a layer of prayer, we can benefit spiritually.

While the tradition of a live Nativity scene dates back to 1223, St. Francis’ approach to the incarnation and the birth of Jesus remains revolutionary and spiritually transformative for today.

Indigenous cultures have much to offer the Catholic faith, especially with regard to care for God’s creation. With healing and dialogue, we can take steps to deepen our faith and build up God’s kingdom.

Compassion suggests that we put ourselves into others’ shoes and try to look at the world from their perspective.