The dawn from on high shall break on us… to guide our feet into the way of peace (Luke 1:78, 79).
The heavens proclaim the glory of God
and the firmament shows forth the work of his hands. Day unto day takes up the story
and night unto night makes known the message.
The election of a new pope holds profound implications, not just for Catholics but for the global community. A successor of Peter, 2,000 years later, is now in place and will have a profound impact on life and culture.
With joy, the Church welcomes Pope Leo XIV the 267th Bishop of Rome.
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The installation of the chimney atop the Sistine Chapel signals the commencement of the conclave—a moment of anticipation and hope.
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April 10, 2024 Wednesday General Audience, St. Peter’s Square (Personal Photo)
By Jacquelyne Rocan
Like so many throughout the world, I enjoyed a beautiful Easter celebration on April 20, rejoicing in the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ and His triumph over death. I watched the coverage of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, preside over the Urbi et Orbi message from Rome and then travel throughout St. Peter’s Square in the Popemobile to give his blessings to those gathered in the square. It was a beautiful moment of love and I thought a good sign that the pope was continuing to heal after his recent health issues and long hospital stay.
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Eucharist. Communion. The food that satisfies.
Through the power of Christ’s word, the bread and wine, the gifts become his very Body and Blood, the only food capable of feeding the deepest hunger of the human heart.
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Some argue that Western culture, with its strong emphasis on material success and individualistic values, can result in a neglect of deeper spiritual needs.
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The love of Christ urges us to bring the truth of the gospel to the world. How well are you spreading the good news through authentic love and patience to your family, friends and others? Are you inspiring others to have a powerful relationship with Christ? Do you spread Christ’s love to others?
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Theologian Matthew Fox explores how we can choose to live resurrection each day:
Who does not seek Resurrection? Who does not seek a full and fuller life? Did Jesus not promise, “I have come that you may have life, life in abundance?” (John 10:10)
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As I’m embracing the idea that “God is in all things,” in my life, I fall deeper into the mystery in which I’m certain we are to live. This Lent was a different one, where I was stretched in ways that were uncomfortable but as a priest friend noted, you have the grace of courage.
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Smitten With Goodness 