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"The family that prays together stays together." - Venerable Patrick Peyton

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Seasonal Reflections  |  Why pray?

Care to Pray - Pray to Care

Last week we recalled the traditional Lenten practices: Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. This week, we focus on prayer. We ask the Lord to draw us to a deeper and broader vision of care for others and the world.

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Love thy Neighbor  |  Seasonal Reflections

The Sheep and the Goats: Family Reflection Video

The Gospel today illustrates two distinct groups, described as goats and sheep, distinguished by their attitude toward “the least.” The reality is, most of us are both.

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Seasonal Reflections

Waking Up to Lent

A purple sky gradually taking on the coral, rose and gold tones of the break of day — what a spectacular sight to behold. Since I was quite small, I have cherished the soft warmth of a sleepy awakening nestled under the protective covers of a new morning. It is where the day before has been put to bed and the new day awaits to be discovered. Hushed stirrings of hope and a renewed resolution to seek a will other than my own. Where my heavenly Father has my undivided attention, and discernment takes shape in the freedom to surrender any preconceived notions of completeness.

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Seasonal Reflections

The Honeymoon Period: Family Reflection Video

Jesus’ teachings were radical because they focused on the conversion of the heart rather than external behaviors. He transformed people by helping them rearrange their priorities and refocus their choices.

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Holy lives of inspiration  |  Seasonal Reflections

A Prosperous Life! Family Reflection Video

As we begin the season of Lent, we are reminded of the choice God gave to the children of Israel through Moses.

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Seasonal Reflections

The Ashes: Family Reflection Video

“Hey, the Catholics are giving out ashes!”

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