Faith & Spirituality – Page 146

The Kingdom of Jesus Christ on Earth

Ray Sullivan December 30, AD2016 6 Comments

During this Christmas season, it’s good to take a look at what the true meaning of the birth of Christ was. It was not only

Extending Our Joy Past Christmas

Anne DeSantis December 30, AD2016 2 Comments

Jesus, the Reason for our Joy Another year has passed, and the Christmas Season is here. This is a time of reflection, a time of joy

The Hound of Heaven

Edward Monti December 29, AD2016 10 Comments

“The name is strange. It startles one at first. It is so bold, so new, so fearless. It does not attract, rather the reverse. But

Catholic Millennials Who Want to Have Something in Common with Mary Just Need to Say Yes to YCP

John C. Connell December 28, AD2016 1 Comment

Are you a Millennial who wants to get involved with one of the most exciting endeavors of the New Evangelization? If so all you have

Merry Christmas and Thank You!

Todd Nolan December 28, AD2016 1 Comment

[Editor’s Note: This article was published on Catholic Stand on December 25, 2015. We are republishing here for your holiday enjoyment, since the message is

Greccio and The First Crib

David Torkington December 27, AD2016 1 Comment

When the Crusaders opened up the Holy Land to pilgrims, they set the scene for a new dawn in Christian Spirituality in the twelfth century.

We Remain Works In Progress

Dan Byron December 27, AD2016 No Comments

When Martin Luther King would speak about race relations, he would frequently use a quote, originally attributed to an unknown black minister who used it

Finding God in the Lake Effect Snow

Cynthia Millen December 26, AD2016 5 Comments

It came earlier than usual this year. Typically the “lake effect” snow doesn’t hit until January and then comes regularly through April. It takes the

Spending My Christmas in Whoville

Denise J. Hunnell, MD December 25, AD2016 1 Comment

In the Christmas classic, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the residents of Whoville wake up on Christmas morning to find none of their Christmas

During Christmas, Find Christ’s Joy In Your Deepest Wounds

Melanie Jean Juneau December 23, AD2016 6 Comments

“In my deepest wound, I saw your glory and it dazzled me.”- Saint Augustine. Most people assume they will automatically feel cheerful during Christmas. Not only does

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Volunteering: Why You Don’t; Why We Need You

Dom Cingoranelli December 23, AD2016 21 Comments

As part of the Mystical Body of Christ, we’ve each received gifts unique to our position in the Body, with graces that equip us for

Prepare for Christmas: Open Yourself to God in Prayer

David Torkington December 22, AD2016 6 Comments

Almost 25 years ago, I spent Christmas with a family who had one son who was adored by everyone. However, that Christmas there was another

Illuminating The Immaculate Conception; Mary’s Marriage-Part II

Guest Contributor December 21, AD2016 4 Comments

A wife is bound to her husband as long as he lives (1 Cor. 7:39) If Jesus was born by an act of sacred matrimonial

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Illuminating the Immaculate Conception- Part I

Guest Contributor December 20, AD2016 9 Comments

During Advent, all Christians reverently turn their attention toward Jesus’ birth. Regrettably, that focus sometimes obscures an essential participant: Mary. Although primarily a Catholic predilection

St. Joseph: Model of a Righteous Man

Paul Oakes December 19, AD2016 4 Comments

Christmas is fast approaching, but even for good Catholics, it’s sometimes easy to lose sight of the real reason we celebrate. It also doesn’t help

Who’s Your Patron Saint of 2017?

Laura DeMaria December 18, AD2016 5 Comments

As the new year approaches, you may be in a rush to set resolutions for working toward material self-betterment. The usual goals include weight loss,

Catholic America under Archbishop Carroll

Ann Casey December 17, AD2016 4 Comments

What became troubling in America in the late 18th century, with its hard-won freedoms, was instead of maintaining consistent and constant with their Holy Faith,

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The Prayers of the Saints

Dr. Allison Low December 16, AD2016 2 Comments

As we strive for holiness on earth with our eyes always on Jesus Christ, we are not alone. Created in the image of the Trinity,

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“THIS IS IMPOSSIBLE!” A Testimony of Healing

Bart Schuchts December 15, AD2016 7 Comments

Have you ever faced seemingly Impossible circumstances? If so, I hope this story offers you some encouragement on your journey to continue to persevere and

So Catholics Worship Statues, Right?

Dan Byron December 15, AD2016 1 Comment

It had been some period of time since either Steve or Josh had stopped by my cube. The reader may recall ( or may have

This Christmas, Set Out in Haste to Meet Our Lord

Ramon Antonio A. Aldana December 14, AD2016 1 Comment

One of the Gospel stories that we shall hear in the coming days will be about the visitation of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth. The

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Oh, Oh, Oh, I Have Dubia!

H. L. Duncan December 12, AD2016 12 Comments

After these many years, I finally can say I have something in common with Arnold Horshack. I feel like I must raise my hand high,

Parables And Pericopes For Christian Life

Deacon Greg Lambert December 10, AD2016 2 Comments

The parables of Jesus found in the four Gospels are rich in meaning and as applicable to Christian living today as they were over 2,000

4 Screwtape Quotes that Explain the World Today

Steffani Jacobs December 9, AD2016 4 Comments

. Remember the commercial where a young woman says ‘I read it on the web so it must be true!’ By now, hopefully, people are