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Jesus reveals the Father, and reveals us to ourselves
Jesus' very person and human life communicate the gifts of God.
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Let God come to fill the absence this Advent
These four weeks before Christmas, the Church asks of us, perhaps begs of us, to focus on what is to come, or, more succinctly, Who is to come.
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Good sportsmanship reflects Christ at all times
Having good sportsmanship and respect helps us keep the presence of God during our competition.
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God gives us the burden of co-responsibility
33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year A First Reading: Prv 31:10-13, 16-18, 20, 26, 28-31 Second Reading: 1 Thes 5:1-6 Gospel Reading: Mt 25:14-30
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The spiritual fruit of self-sacrifice
For each one of us, the “falling to the ground” will look differently but in each case, if there is authentic self-donation, there will be much spiritual fruit.
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Finding God in the day: Examen for children
As we look back on our day with our chlildren, ask them what was good in their day — a child might see that goodness itself is worth thanking God for.
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Knowing about God, or knowing God?
If we neglect our spiritual life and the Word of God, we can grow lukewarm, and our friendship with him can fade.
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Small moments of trust and surrender can turn into a lifetime of holiness
In my uncertainty, I asked God to help me see my sickness in a new way. I had seen just about everyone there was to see and adjusted as best as I believed I could. I waited for what felt like years, only to still be unhealed. There had to be something I was missing.
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The wise are always prepared to meet Christ
32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year A First Reading: Wis 6:13-17 Second Reading: 1 Thess 4:13-18 Gospel Reading: Mt 25:1-13
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The fountain of grace, an flowing gift from God
The parable of the workers in the vineyard is a reminder that grace is not something to be earned thanks to our own merits.