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"The choice we face is not, as many imagine, between heaven and hell. Rather, the choice is between heaven and this world. Even a fool would exchange hell for heaven; but only the wise will exchange this world for heaven."

In other words, Jesus wants to illustrate to the scribe that the choice to follow Him is a commitment to travel down a road that is risky only in the sense that following Jesus requires complete trust in Him.... (www.catholic365.com)

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A Friend of the Poor

A few weeks ago a poor lady came up and sat next to me in the pew at church. She's frequently there begging for money for the bus before mass. She asked me for money and that particular day I didn't have any to give her. She said to me "That's okay. I know you would if you had it."... (www.catholic365.com)

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Let the Spirit lead you.

We all have been led astray during our lives. Either by another person or by our own temptations. But we have One on our side that we can all trust. Jesus said, “I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you always, the Spirit of truth.” – [John 14:16-17] This, of c... (www.catholic365.com)

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Brain Hack for Selecting Saintly Leaders

We expect a lot from our leaders. We want them to be perfect and blameless. We want them to have all the answers. We put a lot on their shoulders. So when it comes time to selecting our leaders, we try to give it our best to make sure that the person who will be leading us is the right one for the j... (www.catholic365.com)

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God Heals the Brokenhearted

Is there anyone among us that is not in need of healing; are any that have not been hurt deeply with the kind of inner wound that abides? The Old Testament reading for Sunday, July 7th gives us a glimpse of the source of the spiritual healing that we all long for, hope for, and wait for – and that G... (www.catholic365.com)

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Teen Book Review - Where You Lead

Sixteen-year-old Eve Donahue’s lonely existence changes in an instant when visions of a mysterious stranger haunt her. Certain God is calling her for a mission, she bravely says yes and begins her quest to meet this young man.... (www.catholic365.com)

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That's How It Goes

“God, how I love my life.” The sun was shining, birds were singing, and the green park with purple and pink flowerbeds, brown benches, and scurrying squirrels, looked as gorgeous as any storybook garden. “So why is my heart so torn and ragged?”... (www.catholic365.com)

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What If God Was Not Good?

Some friends of mine in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Movement like to greet each other by saying, “God is good.” Then the other person replies, “All the time.” Often, they will repeat it, but in reverse: “And all the time…” then the reply, “God is good.”... (www.catholic365.com)

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What are you willing to give up to get closer to Jesus?

First, who are we getting closer to? We are getting closer to Jesus, Son of God. And since He is One of the Three Persons in the Trinity, we get the other Two as well.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Saint Paschal of Baylon…Pope Leo XIII proclaimed him the Seraph (Angel) of the Eucharist

On May 16,1540, a baby boy was born to Martin and Elizabeth Baylon in the Kingdom of Aragon, located in Spain. This day also happened to be the Feast of Pentecost. Since the people in Spain refer to the Feast of Pentecost as the Pasch (Passover) of the Holy Ghost., his parents named their new son, P... (www.catholic365.com)

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"When a house is already on fire, does the shape of its roof really matter? And if you know the foundation is crumbling, and you have done nothing to secure it, then why does it matter if the ceiling is open or closed, or if the house is painted black or red?"

Reflect, today, upon how deeply you believe all that Jesus says. Do you trust in every word He has spoken?... (www.catholic365.com)

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Who do you turn to when life gets crazy?

If you are like me, you do not ask for help. You try to do it yourself. We figure that if we just work harder, we can do it.... (www.catholic365.com)

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A Sweet Experience of Jesus' Sacred Heart

Friday night I typically go to a chapel where they have Eucharistic Adoration all night. On the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, I wandered into the chapel. One lady was there and quickly left after I came in. I was alone with the Blessed Sacrament.... (www.catholic365.com)

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What to do when Church leadership fails?

We know of failures with some past Church leaders, even bishops and cardinals. They are not the first and will not be the last. So, what are we to do when they fail? First, we must look at what we are to do when they do not fail. The Church leaders represent the Church as Mother.... (www.catholic365.com)

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How Many Heisman Trophy Winners Has Abortion Killed?

Tim Tebow’s baseball career may have hit a wall this year due to suffering a broken bone in his hand, but he is still one of the most intriguing public figures in modern American life. He is not giving up, though. He never gives up on what is most important to him.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Human Rights for the Least of Our Brothers and Sisters

There is renewed effort to squash a surge in pro-life legislation in the U.S.. Online platforms are censoring ultrasound pictures of preborn individuals. Instead of evidence, the media presents readers with a narrative which taps into the emotions and lifestyles of the pregnant women who seek aborti... (www.catholic365.com)

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We Share in His Divinity - Just What Does This Mean?

Although He knew the mission for His life and He was one with the Father, why did Jesus still ask for the cup to pass from Him and simultaneously surrender to the will of the Father in the Garden of Gethsemane?... (www.catholic365.com)

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The Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus

The Catholic Church recognizes the feast day of The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus nineteen days after Pentecost, which this year fell on June 28th. It is a time where, traditionally, believers have reflected upon The Five Wounds which Jesus suffered during The Crucifixion. The Wounded Heart of Jesus be... (www.catholic365.com)

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The Real Season

So last evening, I sat on the back porch and watched fireflies twinkle, appearing at different spots in our beautiful garden like Tolkien-esk-fairies. When I tipped my head back, I could see faint stars turning ever brighter as the blue sky darkened to dusky-purple.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Future Foretold

The fair was in town once again with all its amusement stalls and tents pitched in the park opposite St Vincent Church. The lights were shining bright on the big wheel, the round-about and other rides, whilst the music blared for miles around.... (www.catholic365.com)

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