Peace

People in Jerusalem take part in the "March of the Nations" March 15 in which Christians from around the world demonstrate against anti-Semitism. (CNS photo/Ronen Zvulun, Reuters) See ANTI-SEMITISM-LETTER May 17, 2018.

Anti-Semitism Wounds Us All

Anti-Semitism is rising in the United States and worldwide. How do we combat it?

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Peace I Leave You

“Peace I leave you, my peace I give to you,” Jesus tells the apostles. Some days are so hectic and stressful that there is no peace. But then I hear Jesus’ voice, and I know that with him, peace is ...
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Rebuilding the Kingdom

Reflect The political divide in this country grows wider by the day—and the infighting is deafening. In smaller ways, though, our own relationships can mirror such a divide. What can you do to ease tensions in your community or family? ...
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How to Grow in Holiness 

By virtue of our Baptism and Confirmation, we receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This author offers practical ways we can cultivate them in our everyday lives. 
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A Call for Kindness

May this prayer soothe our hearts and quiet our minds on this day.
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‘Do You Hear What I Hear?’ The Story Behind the Song

This popular and enduring Christmas song’s plea for peace is as relevant today as when it was written, during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
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St. Francis and His Artisans of Peace

The peace that Francis showed with birds, wolves, lambs, larks, and worms reminded his contemporaries that Adam and Eve lived in total harmony with all creatures before they were sent from the Garden of Eden.
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