Read an excerpt from Fr. James Martin’s new book on prayer
Prayer
Posted inFaith, The Word
The hand of God is with those on the frontline of care
Today’s Gospel prompts us to honor, appreciate and thank the many people who have been healers in our midst,
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Now, more than ever, God calls us to treat the sick with dignity
The Gospel reminds us to treat all people, especially the sick, with dignity, care and respect.
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God loves all of creation. We should too.
Today’s readings inspire us to be mindful and attuned to all of creation and the ways that we support or harm our fellow creatures.
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Lent reminds us we are not alone in our quest for understanding
Today’s readings remind us we are not alone in our quest for understanding and clarity.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Read: Pope Francis on how to pray (and fight) for unity, even within ourselves
Pope Francis’ remarks from his general audience on Wednesday, Jan. 20.
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Read: The Invocation at the Inauguration of President Joe Biden
At the inauguration of the second Catholic president in U.S. history, Jesuit Father Leo O’Donovan asked God to “help us under our new president to reconcile the people of our land.”
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Cardinal Wilton Gregory prays for all who have died of Covid-19 at memorial service with Joe Biden
Washington Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory offered the invocation at a pre-inauguration memorial service Jan. 19 to honor and remember the more than 400,000 Americans who have succumbed to COVID-19.
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This nun has tweeted a prayer for Trump every day for four years. It hasn’t gotten any easier.
With days left in President Trump’s term, Sister Susan Francois has followed through on her pledge to post a daily prayer, even if they have become a bit more assertive after the violent storming of the U.S. Capitol.
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Read: Pope Francis on how praising God in difficult times saves and nourishes us
Pope Francis’ remarks from his general audience on Wednesday, Jan. 13.