Today in the Sacred Liturgy
In the Ordinary Form
Today is Ferial Day
Mass Readings for May 23
Reflections for Sunday, May 26, 2013
The Liturgy of the Hours
In the Extraordinary Form
Today is St. Julia, Virgin, Martyr
Mass Readings for May 23
The Divine Office
The Holy Father's Prayer Intentions
Prayer Intentions for May 2013
The Shepherd's Voice
The Holy Spirit: Unity and Communion
Our Daily Bread
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Scandal Advice from the Master
by Tom Purcell
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Poem: “An Inscription”
by Pavel Chichikov
An Inscription We wandered through the hills of Earth That were before so gray and
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Making Matters Worse
by Russell Shaw
“Is Traditional Marriage Toast?” That question recently caught my attention as the heading of an -
Some Parents Don’t Always Know Best
by Marybeth Hicks
To: Marybeth From: Not Crazy About Carpools This question might be filed under, “What are
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The Great Gatsby: Four Faith Takeaways
by Lisa Hendey
With the most sincere of apologies to my AP English teacher Brother Aquinas, I never -
Book Review: The Things Lily Knew
by Leticia Velasquez
Few novels are rich enough in characters to become a series, but the Lily Trilogy -
Real Men Pray the Rosary
by Pat Gohn
Just as it is helpful for women to talk to women now and again regarding
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Scandal Advice from the Master
by Tom Purcell
Bill Clinton, wearing a white toga and a crown of gold, sat in a garden -
Resisting the Tide of Secularism
by Ken Connor
“What we’re seeing today is a secular liberalism that wants to expand the prohibition of -
The Obama-Media War
by Daniel Greenfield
Obama backs down from Muslim terrorists and Russian government thugs, but not from Americans.
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Refusing to Suffer is Refusing to Live
by Chelsea Zimmerman
After several years of rigorously defending and promoting the dignity and sanctity of all human -
Homosexuality and the Theology of the Body Part II
by Fr. Peter West
This is the second of a two-part series on how Blessed Pope John Paul II’s -
Book Review: The Things Lily Knew
by Leticia Velasquez
Few novels are rich enough in characters to become a series, but the Lily Trilogy
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Preaching, Teaching, and Washing Dishes
by Karee Santos
“Wash more dishes,” my spiritual director inevitably advises me. This kicks off a prolonged spate -
The Devil Is in Comparison
by Amanda Mortus
I can hardly tell you how often I’ve had the following thoughts lately: “She’s married -
Prayer for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit for Moms
by Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur
Galatians 5:22-23 lists the fruits of the Holy Spirit. These include love, joy, peace, patience,
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Refusing to Suffer is Refusing to Live
by Chelsea Zimmerman
After several years of rigorously defending and promoting the dignity and sanctity of all human -
Reflections for Sunday, May 26, 2013
by Maurice Blumberg
The Holy Trinity Meditation and Questions for Reflection or Group Discussion (Proverbs 8:22-31; Psalm 8:4-9; -
Resisting the Tide of Secularism
by Ken Connor
“What we’re seeing today is a secular liberalism that wants to expand the prohibition of
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Preaching, Teaching, and Washing Dishes
by Karee Santos
“Wash more dishes,” my spiritual director inevitably advises me. This kicks off a prolonged spate -
Social Media in the Marriage and the Family
by Ebeth Weidner
“I’m not that interested in ‘mass’ communications. I’m much more interested in what happens between -
How to Create a Simple Facebook Campaign for Your Business
by Ryan Eggenberger
I manage several social media accounts for various clients. From time to time, I get
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Vatican to Host Global Pro-Life Conference and Papal Mass
by Austin Ruse
Pro-lifers held their breath the day the world received a new Pope. They did not question his pro-life credentials but wondered if he would speak forcefully. An old quote soon surfaced and concerns faded. “Defend the unborn against abortion even if they persecute you, calumniate you, set traps for you, take you to court or [...]
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Is NFP Crazy?
by Lauren Meyers
“You’re crazy.” Well, thanks for your kindness and tolerance in regards to my way of life. We hear a lot about tolerance and accepting others nowadays, but this is usually the response I get from people when I tell them that my husband and I don’t use contraception. Let me tell you, I love when [...]
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Get Government out of Student-Debt Business
by Dr. Shawn Ritenour
As millions of students and their parents are preparing for life after commencement, they’re also preparing to deal with massive student loans. Increasingly, people are concerned about the student debt situation brewing on college campuses. The present state of student debt is not a pretty picture. According to a report published by the New York [...]
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Another Group Targeted for IRS Scrutiny
by Daniel S. Brown
Z STREET should be praised for pushing back.
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Weekly Wits: 5/17/13
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Poem: “Womb of the Cosmos”
by Zellie M. Quinn
Womb of the Cosmos I am woven in the womb of the cosmos Created in the brilliance of Stars Leaving remnants of me like a comet, a spray A blip on the radar of time I am loved. I am wanted. I am held. I am known- By the great Maker whose hands fashioned mine [...]
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What is Apologetics?
by JC Sanders
What is apologetics, and how is it related to catechesis and evangelization? Apologetics sounds a bit like “apologize,” and the two words do share a common root. Stated simply, apologetics means to give an account or defense, or perhaps an explanation. The Christian idea of apologetics can trace itself back to Saint Peter, who advises [...]
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At The Heart of The Matter
by Robert J. Gieb
Hope springs eternal, and sometimes our hope is rewarded. In the case of the murder trial of the abortionist Kermit Gosnell, the hope was not only that he be tried and convicted for his heinous crimes, but that the national media would rise above its prejudices and actually report on his murder trial. As to [...]
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What do Robin Hood and Pope Francis Have in Common?
by Patti Maguire Armstrong
Robin Hood is a legendary folk hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor. He is said to have revolted under a corrupt king (scholars do not agree on which king) by stealing from the rich then redistributing it to the poor. The point of Robin Hood is less about actual history [...]















