I Believe
Carol Monaco
January 30, AD2022
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When we are open to the Word of God, our Lord takes hold within us and transforms our lives by way of the Holy Spirit.
Living the Joy of Christ
Deacon Steve Greco
December 31, AD2021
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When we suffer trials and tribulations, we don’t feel joyous. In fact, we experience anything but joy. We may be in panic mode or simply
Forgiveness Through the Pursuit of Holiness
Deacon Steve Greco
August 27, AD2021
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Scripture is clear. We are to pursue holiness. 1 Peter 1:15-16 “But as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in every aspect
Holy Spirit Hiding? Here’s Three Ways to Find Him
Abigail C. R. Gripshover
August 9, AD2021
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The Holy Spirit may seem like the most elusive Person of the Trinity. We think about Him during Baptisms, Confirmations, and around the Feast of
The Holy Spirit is Dynamite
Deacon Steve Greco
July 8, AD2021
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The Book of Acts contains one of my favorite Scripture verses. Just before He ascends to heaven, Jesus promises the disciples He will not leave
Thank You, Holy Spirit
Carol Monaco
May 29, AD2021
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Dear Holy Spirit, Thank you so much for the fruits you give me. Charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, and
The Gift of Grief
Laurika Nxumalo
May 25, AD2021
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Grief is almost the same as open-heart surgery. Nothing can hurt us, disintegrate us, heal us, or teaches us more valued soul lessons like grief.
Stand Inside the Fire
Melanie Jean Juneau
May 23, AD2021
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Part One of the Catechism explains each phrase of the Creed we recite at mass. Every week we announce, “I believe in the Holy Spirit”,
Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity
Carol Monaco
March 30, AD2021
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What an incredible act of love! With the Institution of the Holy Eucharist, Christ gives himself completely to each of us under the guise of
Finding Our Calling
Diana Ragsdale
March 23, AD2021
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Finding our calling can be a challenge. A challenge we all must take on. Because we have free will and so many choices are available,
Encountering the Holy Spirit Through John the Baptist
Laurika Nxumalo
March 14, AD2021
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In certain situation, the people God choose to accomplishment His plans and purpose are often not the most popular or influential people in society. In
Building Emotional Capital Through the Fruits of the Holy Spirit
Dennis Dillon
January 26, AD2021
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The idea of emotional capital comes from the business community of deposits and withdrawals of money. The more dollars we put into the bank, the more
Religious Life – A Gift to the Church and Society
Laurika Nxumalo
December 18, AD2020
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Throughout the Church’s history, the Holy Spirit has moved women and men to answer a call to religious life and share God’s love revealed in
Seeking Unity While Merging Churches
Alex Strittmatter
November 11, AD2020
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Churches face challenges all the time. Our local area was a hot spot in the 19th century and drew many immigrants. Over time, different groups
The Fear Factor
Carol Monaco
October 30, AD2020
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We certainly have reason to be afraid these days. Frankly, there are times when I just do not want to leave my home. Fear can
Why Do People Think They Don’t Know How To Pray?
Mark Belanger
October 15, AD2020
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Our parish Chaplain delivered an interesting observation while talking about an upcoming Saturday event on prayer. It was insightful. “I don’t know why people think
Praying with the Holy Spirit
Deacon Steve Greco
September 24, AD2020
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Jesus was clear that without the Holy Spirit we would not be able to pray with the power we need to do the will of
Mystical Transformation In and Through Love
David Torkington
August 21, AD2020
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When the Bishop slipped and broke his nose, he cancelled his pilgrimage to Lourdes and decided to grace our school with his presence for ‘speech
The Theology Of Pastoral Care
Laurika Nxumalo
July 27, AD2020
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Through ordination, priests are called by the Church to care for the Christian Community. A pastor is obligated to preach the scriptures of the Lord
Everything for the Good: God’s Call to Me
Barbara Padolina
June 29, AD2020
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In hindsight, I have stumbled many times, gone astray, become distracted, and then forgotten what I was supposed to do. After a near half-century of
Winning the Battle of the Mind
Deacon Steve Greco
June 22, AD2020
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We are at war. We may not see our adversaries or realize they are battling us, but they are real nevertheless. We base our strength
Our Lord’s Promise
Carol Monaco
May 30, AD2020
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Following Jesus Christ’s Resurrection and Ascension into Heaven, His disciples prayerfully waited with Mary, the Blessed Mother, for the coming of the Holy Spirit because