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- This is Haiti (T.I.H.) May 6, 2013 Paola Flores
- No Place Like Home April 30, 2013 Amanda Cassar
- The Beauty of the Church April 29, 2013 Chris Ackerman
- Celebrate Easter! April 9, 2013 Jessica Lenehan
- We MUST Serve the Poor April 8, 2013 Mark Bocinsky
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Eat This: How to Be Healthier, Happier, and Holier [Podcast]
You all know that what you eat affects your waistline. But did you know that it also affects your mood, your ability to concentrate, and therefore your ability to pray? Since we are not just a body, or just a soul, but a body and soul together, the choices we make with our bodies are reflected in our souls.
In this excerpt from Mark's radio show "Fired Up" from The Catholic Channel on Sirius XM, he and his wife Mel talk about the changes they've made to their diets in order to be healthier, Read more [...]
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Sunday, Sunday, Sunday: 05/26/2013
The Holy Trinity is a mystery that we can never understand. So instead of asking "how" the Trinity is possible, live out the "why" of the Trinity - which is love.
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Immersed in the Word
I bring this up because I have recently realized how important this “remembering” is in my relationship with God’s word. If I do not immerse myself in God’s word like I immerse myself in music, TV, etc., then it will never affect my speech or habits and I will quickly find myself forgetful and ignorant of Scripture. And, as St. Jerome reminds us, “ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.”
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Through Good Times and Bad
There’s a very popular saying: “God loves us just the way we are, but He loves us far too much to let us stay that way.” To move us, and to draw us to Him, sometimes God must withdraw so that we can grow. God wants us to enter the Kingdom of Heaven, and to do that we have to choose the path of Christ. Sometimes we are consoled and we feel so close to Jesus. Other times, maybe not so much. Just remember . . . when God feels far away, He is simply calling us to Him and He wants you to come along.
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The One Word That Will Make You Strong
If I could get a ripped, NBA body by sitting in front of the TV an hour a day watching Mythbusters, you bet I’d never miss an episode. In fact, if getting in shape was that easy we’d all be walking around looking like Tony Horton and Jillian Michaels (fitness gurus to the uninitiated).
But it’s not that easy. And there are so many things I’d rather do than exercise for an hour a day — like watch reruns of Mythbusters.
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Hey, I Just Met You . . . So Let’s Get Married?: Emotional Chastity
One day, a handsome, mysterious stranger walked into the shop where I work and I gave him a job. I had no idea where he had come from or how he found me, but we needed the help and he was willing to work. Over time, despite many obstacles, we fell in love... Read more [...]
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Sunday, Sunday, Sunday: 05/19/2013
It's the feast of Pentecost! Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful . . .
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You Are Wanted
Let’s take a little trip down the country road with Hunter Hayes. I was recently listening to “Wanted.” I know . . . so last year . . . but you know what never fades with time, our desire to be “wanted” . . . so HA!
As I listened to this song I often picture myself dramatically belting the chorus into a microphone as a country singer star. While, in all actuality, I am just sitting at my desk bobbing my head and swaying to the music (desks are rather inhibiting to any other type Read more [...]
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Six-Pack Jesus Loves You
As a high schooler, I was a scrawny, ghost-white toothpick with very little strength but a lot of stamina. (Oh, wait . . . I’m still like that.) I loved to play sports and I certainly had the genes for it. Unfortunately, my build made it easy for the opposing team to crack me in half before the referee had any time to notice what happened. Good thing I was fast.
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This is Haiti (T.I.H.)
About two months ago, as Fr. Louis, Michel (Fr. Louis’ brother), Sara, MarcArthur (Haitian missionary), and I were driving to see the Missionaries of Charity we got to talking about the many things that are so . . . Haiti. I remembered that movie, and in particular that scene, and I thought to myself “This is Haiti.”
Now every time something happens that could only happen here or is just normal/expected by Haitian standards, our response is “T.I.H.” Read more [...]
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The Crying Chair
The chair had a problem though. While I could sit in it, drink coffee, talk on the phone, and do homework unaffected, I was the only one. For everyone else, it was the “crying chair.” Girls that had been frolicking through the hallway singing N’Sync (which was our One Direction) would see that my door was open and, upon entering and sitting down, would burst into tears. I would sit on my standard-issue desk chair and nod, sympathetically, while they poured out their hearts.
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Sunday, Sunday, Sunday: 05/12/2013
Happy feast of the Ascension! In this week's readings, we're reminded that the Jesus that's in heaven, is the same Jesus who walked the earth. And we're able to be united to Him through the Holy Spirit who He has given to us.
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Recalculating… Life
It’s fair to say that my driving is always an adventure full of surprises, disappointments, and apologies to my passengers.
Whether you’re directionally challenged like me or not, life is pretty tough to navigate. Everyone has moments where we are unsure of who we are, where we’re headed, and if there is a voice that we can trust to get us there. Even prayer can be frustrating as we go through different periods where God may seem close or distant, loud or silent. Read more [...]
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Understanding Paul: An Introduction to the Writings of St. Paul
Use the summaries as an introduction for private study. Use them in a group study as you begin to discuss the various overarching themes of each work. The point is this: use them. There is no reason to avoid St. Paul’s writings. They are a beautiful gift from God and are meant to be explored. Prayerfully read through these sections in conjunction with the letters of St. Paul themselves, and watch how the second reading at Sunday Mass — and, most importantly, your soul — comes to life.
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Can I Have Your Movie Money?
“Hold on,” you’re asking me, “Are you telling me I shouldn’t own anything fun?” Of course not. Music and movies help us relax, clothes help us express beauty, and smartphones keep us connected and informed (and yes, entertained). These are all good things.
My challenge is this: to look at the things that we’re spending money on and ask ourselves, “Do I really need this thing?” Do I need a new pair of shoes, or are the ones I have okay? Do I have to buy these songs or can I just listen to the radio? Read more [...]
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Sunday, Sunday, Sunday: 05/05/2013
God's desire is that all of His children be with Him in heaven. That's why the Catholic Church isn't exclusive but universal.
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One of Us
Sometimes even in the Christian realm, we’re segregated in a similar fashion. I recently went to a conference with 25,000 Christians who were on fire for God. It was amazing and one of the most powerful worship experiences I’ve ever had. However, I think my four friends and I were the only Catholics there.
God’s not exclusive. He wants all groups, ethnic circles, social classes, to be brought together as one people, unified in love and faith.
Last week, a non-denominational church launched a campaign called: “Jesus loves you and your tattoo.” They handed out koozies on the gang-filled streets of Detroit with this message. I love that because it is proclaiming the truth that our God didn’t come for the cookie-cutter Christians. He came for everyone . . . Read more [...]