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March 21, 2016

Chrism Mass 2016

I. Introduction: A Year of Favor from the Lord A. When people have lost their way or feel downtrodden, they look for a word of encouragement. They seek something or someone they can put their hopes in. So it was that, as the people of Israel were nearing the end of their exile in Babylon,...
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In his passion, Jesus reveals the God of mercy, pope says

On the cross, at the height of his humiliation, Jesus reveals God’s identity as the God of mercy, Pope Francis said.
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The disorienting quality of real prayer

In the eastern Christian tradition, the "Jesus prayer" is all-important. Whether recited throughout the day by the contemplative monk or spoken occasionally by the business person immersed in the cares of the secular world, this prayer anchors the spiritual life of many Christians.
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Changes announced for three Vatican diplomats from U.S.

Several changes were announced for U.S. members of the Vatican diplomatic corps March 19.
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‘Doing science is an act of worship,’ Vatican astronomer says

Jesuit Brother Guy Consolmagno finds no conflict between the science he pursues in studying meteorites and the Catholic faith he practices every day.
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Sister Trinita Balbach, O.S.F., dies at 91

A funeral Mass for Sister Trinita Balbach of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia was offered March 18 at Assisi House in Aston, Pa. Sister Trinita died March 13. She was 91.
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Quick and Easy DIY Easter Gift: Here comes Paper Cottontail…

I have a problem. I see a roll of paper towels and I want to make it into something.And I also happen to believe that though there are many items people get tired of receiving, no one objects to an extra roll of paper towels—especially not once you make it
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