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St. Gelasius I, Pope (Feast day – November 21) Gelasius was born in Rome, in the fifth century, the son of an African named Valerius. Later, ordained a priest, he was elected Pope on March 1st, 492. Gelasius had a reputation for learning, justice, holiness, and charity. However, he was burdened with difficulties caused by…
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Reading 1 Rv 4:1-11 I, John, had a vision of an open door to heaven,and I heard the trumpetlike voicethat had spoken to me before, saying,“Come up here and I will show you what must happen afterwards.”At once I was caught up in spirit.A throne was there in heaven, and on the throne sat onewhose…
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Growing up, the Fourth of July was always a big deal in my little community—friends, fried chicken, and fireworks filled the day. Like most important events at that time, it was always celebrated at church. When I was twelve, America’s bicentennial celebration drew near, and plans kicked into high gear well in advance to ensure…
From my earliest memories, Mary beckoned me to relationship with her. When I finally took Mary up on being devoted and praying to her, it transformed my life and continues to do so. Late in the fall of 1972, when I was in third grade at St. Mary’s school in Green Bay, I sat in…
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis prayed for a conversion of hearts and a start to dialogue, reconciliation and peace in a letter marking the 1,000th day since Russia launched its large-scale invasion of Ukraine. “May the Lord comfort our hearts and strengthen the hope that, while gathering every tear shed and holding all accountable,…
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Archbishop of Canterbury England, who battled for discipline and justice, also called Edmund of Abingdon. Born in Abingdon, on November 30, 1180. he studied at Oxford, England, and in Paris, France. He taught art and mathematics at Oxford and was ordained. He spent eight years teaching theology and became Canon and treasurer of Salisbury Cathedral….
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In this beautiful commentary on Psalm 90(91), Don Dolindo Ruotolo unveils the depths of divine protection and the power of unwavering trust in God. His insights resonate deeply with the essence of his renowned Surrender Novena, inviting readers to abandon themselves completely to God’s care. Let us immerse ourselves in Don Dolindo’s profound meditation on…
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Reading 1 RV 3:1-6, 14-22 I, John, heard the Lord saying to me: “To the angel of the Church in Sardis, write this: “‘The one who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars says this: “I know your works, that you have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Be…
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In the words of Christian writer George MacDonald, “God is easy to please, but hard to satisfy.” I was reminded of this quote when reflecting on the widow in Mk 12:38-44. Jesus watched casually as all the rich worshippers gave large amounts from their surplus wealth. He instantly became excited when the widow dropped in…
St Nerses I was a Bishop,martyr, and Patriarch of the Armenian Church. The father of St. Isaac the Great. A native of Armenia, he studied in Cappadocia and wed a princess who gave birth to Isaac. After she died, he served as a chamber lain in the court of King Arshak of Armenia. In 353…