These readings just before Christmas help us think about Jesus’ heritage, significance and important people in his family.
Prayer
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Who in your life sheds light on God’s word?
Paul affirms the importance of critical thinking and discernment.
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Listening to the prophets of our time
These readings just before Christmas help us think about Jesus’ heritage, significance and important people in his family.
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Pope Francis: Mary shows how to turn fear into invitation to hear God’s call
There is no better way to pray than like Mary, who opened her heart to God with humility and trust, Pope Francis said.
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Infuriating life (and post-election) advice: If you want peace, accept things as they are.
This is the prayer: Accept things as they are. It was all meant to be.
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Interview: Jim Wahlberg talks recovery, filmmaking and prayer
A chance encounter with a priest placed Jim Wahlberg on the road to recovery and healing for his entire family.
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God, please just give me (and the country) a little patience.
The only reaction that matters right now for most of us is spiritual. We need patience. We need to let the votes be counted.
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13 saints (and 2 Marys) to pray to on Election night
Got election anxiety? There’s a patron saint for that.
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Día de los Muertos is a celebration—even during a pandemic.
For those who have lost loved ones to Covid-19, celebrations will not be the same this year. But they will still remember the souls who have passed on to new life.
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Talking to Jesus about voting, and listening for freedom rather than fear
Those who are telling Catholics they can vote only one way are not just distorting theology but also wounding people spiritually and pastorally.