Why are some holy days not days of obligation, and vice versa?
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The Mystery of Sadness: Coping with a sudden loss
The day my niece died grammar was nearly salvific to me.
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Discovering God on the U.S.-Mexico border
God had surprised me with an invitation I had never anticipated.
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Centered by Prayer: Living as a Catholic in a Muslim world
Living as a Catholic in a Muslim world
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Praying as a Parent: Gratitude and not giving up
The goal is not children who can sit in Mass and not bother anyone, but children who can learn to create space in their hearts.
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Living as a Muslim at a Catholic college
We are able to borrow traditions from other religions without compromising our own. This insight defined my interfaith journey as a Muslim at a Catholic college.
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Competing Together: A revolution of heart at the Special Olympics
Cheer on the opponent? Know who has fans here and who doesn’t? Where was I?
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Faith in Focus: A priest overcomes his stammer
Answering a question in the class horrified me; private conversations filled me with dread.
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Fine Pruning: Cutting back for a more contemplative life.
Why is it that if I cut back a wayward branch on a tree, the most growth in the coming season is where I have pruned?
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Under the Gun: New life after a home invasion
New life after a home invasion