Monthly Archives: June 2013

A Spiritual Reflection by Blessed John Paul II

John Paul II, Homily, Sunday, 24 June 2001 “The Lord called me from the womb, from the body of my mother he named my name” (Is 49:1). This statement refers in its fullest sense to Christ, but in a derivative … Continue reading

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A Spiritual Reflection on Vigil of the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul

From a sermon by Saint Augustine, bishop (Sermo 295, 1-2.4.7-8:PL 38, 1348-1352) Saint Peter, the first of the apostles and a fervent lover of Christ, merited to hear these words: I say to you that you are Peter, for he … Continue reading

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The Supreme Court Speaks, Errantly

As you no doubt know by now, the United States Supreme Court today issued its ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), striking it down and essentially equating same-sex relationships with marriage between a man and a woman. A … Continue reading

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Quote for the Day

“Even when confronting sin and evil, our goal must be transformation through bringing and witnessing God’s love.” — Dan & Sarah Mulholland, SFO

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Quote for the Week: Pope Francis

“All too often, people do not choose life, they do not accept the ‘Gospel of Life’ but let themselves be led by ideologies and ways of thinking that block life, that do not respect life, because they are dictated by … Continue reading

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Congratulations, Diocese of Fargo; Welcome Bishop Folda!

Bishop John Folda was recently ordained the eighth bishop of the Diocese of Fargo, succeeding Bishop Samuel Aquila. The principle ordaining prelate was Archbishop John Nienstedt from the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Below is a photo of Bishop … Continue reading

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Quote for the Day

“Come sing, O ye who have strayed, now you are called to penitence, which cancels error and grants trust to those who humbly seek it.” — Jacopone de Todi, OFM

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Immigration Reform

I can only offer an opinion, perhaps I should say a conjecture, as to the root of immigration reform opposition. I believe it is purely party politics. Blind allegiance to a particular party’s positions. A desire to divide the body politic, … Continue reading

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St. John Paul II? And John Paul I??

I have read various reports recently that the Vatican is being flooded with reports of miracles attributable to the intercession of Blessed Pope John Paul II and that Office responsible for examining these claims has given its stamp of approval … Continue reading

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Quote for the Day

“Prayer is the cup for drinking the grace of the Holy Spirit from the abundant fountain of delight, the Blessed Trinity.” — St. Bonaventure, OFM

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Thank You! Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who happens to log on to this weblog! Since I began Catholic Faith and Reflections in October 2008, I have placed over 1800 posts. Nearly 750,000 of you have spent some time here, and I am honored you … Continue reading

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Quote for the Day

“Perhaps, in a dramatic way, the deacon is called to the charism of tenderness in the life of the Church.” — Cardinal Timothy Dolan

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A Untold Story of Charity

I learned of someone in a neighboring community who, every morning until his tragic death, lived out Jesus’ command to care for the poor. This man, whom I will call George, died over two years ago after being struck by … Continue reading

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Quote for the Day

“This heart of mine is yours…. my Jesus, so take this heart of mine, fill it with your love and then order me to do whatever you wish.” – St. Pio of Pietrelcina, OFM Cap.

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Deacon Bob’s Homily for the 10th Sunday of Ordinary Time – Cycle C

Here is my homily for the weekend. I had to divide the audio in two segments because of the size of the file. God bless all of you! Audio: Part One: 10 Sunday of Ordinary TIme – Cycle C Part Two: 10 … Continue reading

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