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Reflections of Family and Faith
"The family that prays together stays together." - Venerable Patrick Peyton
Today is the feast of St. Bernard of Clairvaux. I beg your indulgence as I share part of a sermon from this great Christian figure of the 12th century.
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Celebrating family life | Why pray?
Father Peyton often said that, even though he came from a large poor family, he was rich. His home gave him everything. Because Jesus and Mary were at the center, faith was his family’s foundation. Family prayer, specifically daily prayer of the Rosary, gave him all he needed to become all the Lord made him to be.
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AnneMarie Miller discusses three lessons married couples can learn from the example of St. Lawrence.
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On Monday we heard the exchange in Matthew’s Gospel that Jesus had with a young man who asked Jesus about becoming one of his followers. Jesus told him to keep the commandments. The young man said he already did that. What else would he need to do. Jesus said, sell what you have, give to the poor and come follow me.
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Just before the pandemic lockdown, Deacon Frank saw his doctor. The doctor told him his A1C was very high. In other words, he was on his way to diabetes if he didn't make some significant changes in his body weight, exercise and diet.
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Sarah Damm offers simple ideas for savoring the end of the summer season.
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