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Listen to God in solitude and silence
Our Lord once said to St. Teresa: “I would willingly speak to many souls, but the world makes so much noise in their hearts that my voice cannot be heard.” … Continued
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My chat with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station
One of my earliest memories from childhood is wanting to become an astronaut. The space race was formative, and I’ve alluded previously to my father taking me outside in the … Continued
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Letter: Reaction to COVID was the problem
Re your Oct. 17 story “Catholic schools pivot toward mental health in wake of pandemic”: First, it is good that professionals are addressing the mental health issues of young students … Continued
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Fr. Horgan was ‘a walking spiritual encyclopedia’
The death of Father John Horgan on Oct. 19 brought an outpouring of testimonials from individuals on the impact he had on their lives. Here are some of the tributes … Continued
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Stella Maris concert choir will sing its finale in December
Since 2006, I have been a member of the Stella Maris Concert Choir based in Surrey. The choir provided me with opportunities to sing in venues throughout the Lower Mainland … Continued
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We are God’s handiwork
Music can transport and teach us in a way that other media cannot reach. Hymns can break open the Scriptures by sneaking into our hearts through a back door. They … Continued
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Belief in the resurrection of the body is essential
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year CFirst Reading: 2 Mc 7:1-2, 9-14Second Reading: 2 Thes 2:16–3:5Gospel Reading: Lk 20:27-38 This Sunday’s first reading describes the torture and death of seven … Continued
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God himself is the reward of the blessed
St. Alphonsus de Liguori wrote powerful reflections on heaven and hell. The saint taught that a soul seeing God in heaven “will perceive in particular all the graces and favours … Continued
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Rosary goes public in Vancouver
October is the month dedicated to the Rosary, and parishes in the Archdiocese of Vancouver brought their devotion out to the public square. Local Catholics joined hundreds of groups across … Continued
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Following where angels tread
Earlier this month, the Archdiocese of Vancouver lost Father Joseph Soria, a priest who it was suggested just might become Vancouver’s first canonized saint. This week we said goodbye to … Continued