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In All Things

Merry Christmas to All!

William Van OrnumDecember 23, 2010

When I began writing for "In All Things" in the Spring, I hoped to get across a few ideas on psychology and Catholicism, but the task has grown greater and more enjoyable. I'm very grateful for everyone who has read my thoughts, offered responses and challenges, and shown interest in other topics placed here for your review. Thanks to Tim Reidy for his helpfulness in shaping ideas and bringing them out with clarity as well as everyone at AMERICA for hosting me here.

Merry Christmas to everyone! And may God's graces flow to all who, like St. Joseph the foster father, Mary during her years alone, or St. Vincent de Paul care for orphans, widows, or members of their own families who need them physically, emotionally, or spiritually.

Bill Van Ornum

 

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Susan Murray
14 years 6 months ago
Bill
A very Merry Christmas to you as well!

Susan
we vnornm
14 years 6 months ago
Susan,

The Church looks great! Keep reading. bill
we vnornm
14 years 6 months ago
David,

You are welcome. mc amdg hny2011 2u bvo
we vnornm
14 years 6 months ago
John,

You betcha!

bill

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