Archive for Category: "That They May All Be One"

Keeping an open mind on LCWR assessment

Keeping an open mind on LCWR assessment

There are ample reasons for the action taken by the Vatican’s Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith

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Beware of ‘secular Catholicism’

Beware of ‘secular Catholicism’

This movement is more a social religion than a religion that comes from a deeply seated faith in Jesus Christ

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Making a difference in life of church, society

Making a difference in life of church, society

Men’s conference keynote speaker proposes three ‘game-changers’

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Drawn into the drama of Holy Week

Drawn into the drama of Holy Week

Yes, the drama of this Holy Week is very much like reality TV.

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‘Ad limina’ pilgrimage was a true grace for me

‘Ad limina’ pilgrimage was a true grace for me

“Truly, this was a trip to remember.”

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President’s ‘compromise’ really no compromise at all

President’s ‘compromise’ really no compromise at all

President’s proposed solution still violates religious freedom and fails to protect conscience rights

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Celebrating World Marriage Day

Celebrating World Marriage Day

It is my hope that priests and deacons will use the Sunday liturgies that day to speak about this sacrament

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Praying for Christian unity

Praying for Christian unity

I encourage all Catholics to set aside time this week during their personal, private prayer to include this intention for Christian unity

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I urge you to stand up for life!

I urge you to stand up for life!

Abortion is a violent assault against the entire social order

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Many reasons for loving Christmas

Many reasons for loving Christmas

“I love Christmas because on that day, so long ago, love descended from heaven to earth and changed human history forever.”

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Bringing a musical role model to my attention

Bringing a musical role model to my attention

It has been said that, “You can’t teach old dogs new tricks,” but I am here to prove otherwise.

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Confession helps us prepare for Christmas

Confession helps us prepare for Christmas

If sin is what makes us miserable, its remission should be a great cause for Advent joy

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Recognizing God’s graces this Advent

Recognizing God’s graces this Advent

The Blessed Virgin Mary a model for every believer

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Let’s work to assist those in great need

Let’s work to assist those in great need

The Dorothy Day Center in St. Paul is sponsored by our local Catholic Charities and has always prided itself in offering shelter to anyone need­ing a place to sleep for the night.

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Preparing for the reality of death

Preparing for the reality of death

This month of All Souls is a good time for families to talk about the subject

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