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Go and Do Likewise

Scripture is filled with examples of God exercising His divine right to grant pardon and award grace to whomever He chooses. The parables in the Gospels are perhaps some of the best illustrations (I encourage you to read them even if you are familiar with the stories)... (www.catholic365.com)

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I will admit I am not a fan of swimming in cold water. Even as a child, growing up in hot, hot Kansas, I wanted the water temperature above almost-ice-but-not-quite level. I could never understand those brave souls who climbed the tall, tall ladder to the high dive, flung themselves through the ai... (www.catholic365.com)

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Once Saved, Always Saved?

Absolutely not. This teaching was unheard of until after the start of the Reformation. In fact, the Bible is full of passages that either directly or indirectly contradict this doctrine of "Eternal Security" or “Once Saved, Always Saved.”... (www.catholic365.com)

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Encouragement for the New Mother

To any new mothers who may be reading this, Congratulations! You have cooperated with the Author of Life and look what God has wrought! Love has miraculously created a new person who is, and will forever be, unique in all of human history.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Every large organisation or institution has a Mission Statement. A statement outlining what the Organisation is set up to do, what are its values, ethics, and purpose. Many years ago, in the year 325, the first Ecumenical Council of Churches met and wrote a "mission statement" which is better kno... (www.catholic365.com)

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I Ching, Yoga, Numerology, Astrology = Yawn

I recently saw a posting for a Catholic site asking the question – should Catholics consult the I Ching? I have seen other such postings concerning Astrology, Yoga, Numerology, fortune tellers , and on and on. I have heard these kinds of questions asked to guests on Relevant Radio as well.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Unplanned Parenthood And Still Choosing Life

Sometimes we parents second-guess ourselves. Sometimes we wonder if we’ve made the right decision, if we’ve made the right call. Sometimes we ask ourselves if we could have done a better job. The fact is, things don’t always go exactly as we as parents had planned. Sometimes something happens th... (www.catholic365.com)

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Assisted Suicide, Brittany Maynard, and Giving God a Day

Dear Brittany, You have incurable brain cancer and you’ve told the world that you are going to take a pill and end your life on November 1st. I don’t know if I can change your mind. You’ve obviously given this decision a lot of thought. You have a well put together website explaining your decisio... (www.catholic365.com)

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Surrender Now, Men

I’m no psychologist or any other type of expert when it comes to the male mind. All my theories are based on self experience and observations. With that being said, why is it that men are so afraid of God? Now some of you all may be saying to yourselves, and especially the ladies,“if you all are so ... (www.catholic365.com)

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This is what Purgatory is really like

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says Purgatory is real, and that it’s an opportunity to get spiritually purified before entering into the eternal joy of God. Everyone who experiences Purgatory ultimately goes to Heaven, but the Church is silent about the exact nature of Purgatory.... (www.catholic365.com)

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The wind it blows …why? Nobody knows…... (www.catholic365.com)

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Father Ignatius was a member of the Doctors and Patients Consultative Committee at the local Hospital. The Chairman of the Meeting welcomed all present and said: “Thank you for attending this Meeting which we have arranged to discuss a matter on which the Hospital Board has asked for our views. O... (www.catholic365.com)

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Children of God

Baptisms at our church are magnificent! They're often held at the Sunday Mass, which makes it a celebration for everyone. When the big moment arrives, all eyes are on the baptismal font at the back of the church where the infant receives water and spirit.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Wiping the Face of Jesus

If you know me at all,you know that I am Catholic. I identify myself as this above all things. It is who I am, a believer in Jesus Christ and a member of the Catholic Church. If you have known me a long time, you already knew this about me. I have grown up going to Church, attended Catholic scho... (www.catholic365.com)

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Should Catholics Celebrate Halloween?

As Halloween approaches closer, an ethical question rings through the head of many devout Catholics— Should I celebrate Halloween? I want to first explain the origin of the famous holiday, and then dive into the answer.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Miracles and the Mother of God

As I was undergoing my spiritual transformation, I prayed a lot for my family, my children and my husband. When my husband and I married in 2000, he was not Catholic. He had been raised going to both Baptist and Presbyterian churches. He had a love for Jesus, and a love for me, and we complimente... (www.catholic365.com)

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The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary-- Suggestions for Meditation

Pope Saint John Paul II proposed the Luminous Mysteries in an Apostolic Letter on the Rosary. In that letter he refers to a 1978 quote in which he said, “The rosary is my favorite prayer. A marvelous prayer! Marvelous in its simplicity and in its depth.” He wrote that his purpose was “to broaden “th... (www.catholic365.com)

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Thankful in All Things

Life can be unkind. I have had my share of sufferings, as I am sure most people have. If we are not careful, we can let a bitterness seep in.... (www.catholic365.com)

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Pride goes before an iPad fall

Recently I prepared a lesson for our parish Bible study. Our group was studying the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ amazing teaching about proper Christian attitudes and actions. We were on the section where Jesus said, “Do not store up for yourselves treasure on earth….But store up treasure in heaven….... (www.catholic365.com)

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Narcissism, Social Media, and Evangelization

How many narcissists does it take to change a lightbulb? 1. They put the bulb in the socket and wait for the world to revolve around them. Narcissism is not something unique to the 21st century, but it has risen to new levels over the past few years. There have always been those who thrive on being ... (www.catholic365.com)

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