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Shores of the Spirit

The shores of the white sand, Where the feet truly stand. Make the heart grow much fonder, While the mind and spirit wander.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Do's and Don'ts of Raising a True Princess

“Once upon a time,” begins in books, and those pages come to life in little girls’ bedrooms. Tucked away in closets lies a fluffy mound of well-loved princess gowns. The title “princess” seems to be written on the female heart from an early age. Nevertheless, it is one thing to wear the crown, and a... (www.catholic365.com)

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A Tomb With A View

I know, it’s Lent. And I’m out of sync with the liturgical calendar. But I’ve been meditating on the Resurrection in my Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, and something really struck me recently. It involved Peter, John and the tomb of Jesus, which Mary Magdalene had just reported she’d found empty.... (www.catholic365.com)

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You May Be Right.....But.....

A priest once said that when we sin we in turn make Jesus cry. (This is the same Jesus today that once died a horrifically violent death for us.)... (www.catholic365.com)

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Rural Juror--A Lenten Journey

The week before Lent began, I was cordially invited to spend some time in my county court for jury duty. I live in a country setting, so naturally, all I could think of when I saw the summons was Jenna Maroney singing the “Rural Juror” song from 30 Rock. Good times… Anyway, I thought the idea of ser... (www.catholic365.com)

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Living in the Day You Have

It’s so easy to forget that God is loving us in the Now. He is with us at this very moment. Our relationship with Him is not about yesterday and not about tomorrow. It is about the moment we are in, on this day. What does He want right now? He wants our love. He wants us to turn our faces to ... (www.catholic365.com)

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Christ to the Third Power

If you missed the first posts in my Catholic Study of Ephesians, you may wonder, What’s a Catholic Bible Study? You missed a surprise about Blessings, a discussion of God’s Ways & Means, and Catholic thoughts on God’s Plan for Your Life. Today, Ephesians 1:1-23. Let’s go!... (www.catholic365.com)

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The Eye of the Needle

“It is easier for a camel to pass through [the] eye of [a] needle than for one who is rich to enter the kingdom of God.” – Mark 10:25 This verse had always worried me when growing up since in my head I applied it not only to being rich, but also to other sins.... (www.catholic365.com)

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From Laetare Sunday 2014

So, lately, in case you hadn't noticed, life's been a bit rough for me. This tends to coincide with Lent, being the time of year in which Catholics give up something to draw them closer to God or take up something that will draw them closer to God. The traditional 40 days of Lent do not include Su... (www.catholic365.com)

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Five Antidotes for Presumption

One of the most withering indictments our Lord meted out to the religious leaders of His day was a simple phrase that dismantled their exalted self-image. When presented with a legalistic challenge concerning the hypothetical case of a woman who had married seven husbands.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving – Without One The Other Fails

I am in awe of the wisdom of the Church, which is really the Spirit of God guiding the movement of the Body of Christ. The Liturgical seasons, for instance, and the readings of the Mass throughout the year, and the teachings for each season seem to be so apt for the time, and in a beautiful way, hel... (www.catholic365.com)

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You Converted Him – Right?

Recently I was explaining to a new friend that my father is an agnostic historian, who specialized in canon law, while my brother is a Catholic, canon lawyer, priest. I got the uncomfortable reaction of, “Well, you converted him, (meaning my dad, I presume) right?” Gee, not yet. But believe me I’ve ... (www.catholic365.com)

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A Lenten Journey: The Desert Calls

It’s a lonely walk. I don’t see anyone else. Prayer is difficult, almost impossible, because I feel nothing. I seem to be saying words, and, like in most deserts, in order to survive such a harsh environment, I must grab nourishment and water when and where I can. I must keep walking forward, ev... (www.catholic365.com)

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Sometimes It's Hard To Talk To God

It’s times like these when talking to God can be hard. When I’m tired, sick, disappointed, emotionally spent and have been feeling far from Him. I don’t want to get out of bed 45 minutes earlier than I have to. I don’t want to talk to Him when I know I’m not feeling very grateful. I don’t want to pr... (www.catholic365.com)

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Stop Speaking Churchanease

A friend of mine recently returned from a weekend of ministry training in which she was inspired, rejuvenated, and…left out. Although she had a great time for the most part, she also experienced a phenomenon that most of us experience when we first become involved. It’s the same feeling when we vent... (www.catholic365.com)

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My Sarcastic Heart

I took a Facebook quiz just for fun to see what I should give up for Lent. The result was sarcasm. I expected chocolate.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Reconnecting With an Old Friend: St. Therese, The "Little Flower"

I have a small bedroom I converted into an office. Against the wall next to the closet is a narrow bookcase. It is about seven feet tall and one foot wide and has seven shelves. It is a great dust collector. Anyway, I had this sudden urge to “straighten up” the mess of papers and supplies I had so “... (www.catholic365.com)

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Freedom in Christ

God loves all of us in spite of our foibles and sin. None of us knows a heck of a lot about God or what He really thinks yet He treats us with humour and kindness. The least we can do is extend that same kindness to others. I agree with Mother Theresa and Jean Vanier; we are called to love people wh... (www.catholic365.com)

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Know This, Christ Loves You

Know this, my friend, You are always loved. If by no one else, Then by God above.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Looking but not Seeing

When I was in high school I took an AP Spanish class during my senior year and I remember a time when I caught one of my younger classmates gazing at me. At first I wasn't sure if perhaps it was my exceptionally good looks (I might be slightly exaggerating here) or if he was simply daydreaming and I... (www.catholic365.com)

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