God’s Spirit flows through every heart; and at times, God stirs the Spirit in each person to advance the mission of the Son.
Michael Simone, S.J.
Michael R. Simone, S.J., is contributing editor at America and pastor of Gesù Parish in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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How can we help others experience God’s presence?
We who know Christ must, like Peter, help others understand their experience.
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How can you be a sign of Christ for others?
Jesus still stands at the Father’s right hand, guiding the Christian community and empowering it with the Spirit.
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Remain in Me
Remaining in Christ is an active concept. It is not enough to draw life and energy from one’s faith; a disciple must also bear fruit.
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United to the Father
Jesus extends to his disciples the same relationship he has with the Father
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How can we become free to forgive?
Asking for forgiveness is essential to the Christian life; calling others to do the same is crucial to evangelization.
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Sent to Show Mercy
The world must see in us the same merciful Christ who appeared to the apostles.
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St. Paul is famously difficult to understand. A new film helps change that.
“Paul, Apostle of Christ” is a fascinating study of Paul’s encounter with grace.
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Where is Jesus calling us to meet him?
Like the first Christians, we too need to see with new eyes, and Lent gave us the opportunity to clear our vision. Starting today, our mission is to catch sight of the risen Christ.
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Does our trust in God withstand moments of turmoil?
Mark’s passion account is a map for Christians facing distress.