Jesus and Slavery
I have been a Catholic from birth but often have questions about some of the issues we are facing today, such as the evils associated with slavery. The Romans had slaves, but is there any evidence that Jesus condemned that ...
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Jesus, the Prophet
If we look at Jesus as human, as his earliest disciples did, it may change the way we follow his teachings.
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Lessons from Jesus’ Agony in the Garden
Like us, Jesus could be besieged by his emotions. But his example shows us that God is there to comfort and support us.
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The Seven Sorrows of Mary
We can turn to Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows, for consolation in our suffering.
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Martha and Mary: Jesus Loves Them Both
Because I am a lot like Martha, I’ve always balked at the interpretations of this story that make it seem as if there is something intrinsically flawed in Martha’s nature.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus: A Symbol of Love and Mercy
Every feast day has a story, and the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart is no exception.
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