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
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Hallway to Heaven: life’s final steps at an in-home hospice
As the body gets weaker, the spirit gets stronger.
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Seasons of Prayer: Spirituality for every stage of life
The seasons of the year provide for many people an intuitive metaphor for understanding seasons of our lives. The lyrics to Frank Sinatra’s poignant “September Song” need no explanation: “Oh, it’s a long, long while from May to December/ But the days grow short when you
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When Did I See Him?: Bringing the Beatitudes behind bars
Bringing the Beatitudes behind bars