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Prayer

People embracing each other

Sisters and Brothers in the Spirit 

October 25, 2024

Since we are truly one in heart, we should find a common expression of the Spirit who moves us.

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Just Keep Showing Up

October 24, 2024
Prayer, at its most basic form, is about two things: authentic friendship and continuing to show up.
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People gather at Lourdes

Ukrainians gather at Lourdes to pray for peace in homeland and world

October 23, 2024
As Russia’s war on Ukraine approaches its 11th year, thousands of Ukrainians from all over the world gathered at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in France to pray for peace in their homeland and throughout the world.
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St. Teresa of Avila: Prayer Coach

October 15, 2024
St. Teresa’s prayer life did culminate in the “spiritual rain” of mystical union with Christ.
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Children join in Aid to the Church in Need's "One Million Children Praying the Rosary" in Burkina Faso in 2023. (OSV News photo/courtesy Aid to the Church in Need)

Faith of children, power of prayer combine in million-strong rosary

October 9, 2024
As conflict rages worldwide, 1 million children are set to storm heaven with prayer.
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God’s Wisdom and Grace

October 7, 2024
The Spirit of God’s love lives in us. Our lives are holy and secure in Christ.
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man in a boat floating on water.

My Deepest Way of Praying

October 6, 2024
As I look back over the decades since my stay in Assisi, I try to give my moments to the people and the animals in my life now.
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