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Starry night: the power of prayer, wherever you are

Starry night: the power of prayer, wherever you are

A woman’s mind is like a teleprompter of to-dos that never stops turning.

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Effects of redefining marriage will be felt for years, Minnesota Catholic Conference says

Effects of redefining marriage will be felt for years, Minnesota Catholic Conference says

The Senate will vote on the legislation next week. The governor has said he would sign the measure if it reaches his desk.

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They were there

They were there

WHEN THE WHITE SMOKE APPEARED: I was fortunate to be present in St. Peter’s square, and I stayed in the square to see Pope Francis appear on the balcony and address the crowd…

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Light of Christ helps us discern God’s will

Light of Christ helps us discern God’s will

When we pray the petition, “thy will be done,” we may find ourselves at times being caught up in distraction.

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Pope Francis starts first day with Marian prayer, bill paying

Pope Francis starts first day with Marian prayer, bill paying

The new pope left the Domus Sanctae Marthae at 8 a.m. March 14 for a five-minute drive to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, where he prayed before an icon of Mary and the child Jesus beloved by Romans.

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From Casimir to Joseph: Saints to remember during Lent

From Casimir to Joseph: Saints to remember during Lent

Several saints have feast days during this year’s Lenten season. Here are short profiles of some of them, along with suggested Lenten activities that recall their legacy.

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10 things to remember for Lent

10 things to remember for Lent

A journey to the foot of the cross

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What gift will you give to Jesus this Christmas?

What gift will you give to Jesus this Christmas?

Though Christmas will soon be happening on the liturgical calendar, the rest of the world has already been celebrating Christmas with decorations in every shop window and every ad on television.

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Advent: Rescuing the real meaning of the season

Advent: Rescuing the real meaning of the season

For the world of business and retail, the Christmas season began right after the kids shed their Halloween costumes and started unwrapping their treats.

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Three parishes share stewardship success stories

Three parishes share stewardship success stories

Catholics understand stewardship as a way of life — as an opportunity and responsibility to receive God’s gifts gratefully, cultivate them responsibly, share them lovingly in justice with others, and return them with increase to the Lord.

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For birth moms, a special day of prayer, sharing and healing

For birth moms, a special day of prayer, sharing and healing

To recognize the pain that often lingers for birth mothers, to honor their sacrifices and to provide opportunities for healing, the Office of Marriage, Family and Life of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis is hosting a retreat day Saturday, July 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Peter Church, 1405 Hwy. 3 in Mendota.

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Vatican today — June 20, 2012

Vatican today — June 20, 2012

• Prayer opens the way to the mystery of God’s plan
• Benedict XVI appeals for an end to attacks in Nigeria
• Holy Father receives the Prime Minister of Latvia
• Other Pontifical Acts

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