Asking for forgiveness is essential to the Christian life; calling others to do the same is crucial to evangelization.
Prayer
Posted inFaith, The Word
Sent to Show Mercy
The world must see in us the same merciful Christ who appeared to the apostles.
Posted inFaith, The Word
Does our trust in God withstand moments of turmoil?
Mark’s passion account is a map for Christians facing distress.
Posted inFaith, Jesuitical
Why do we let good manners get in the way of prayer?
“Far too spiritual, our prayer is asphyxiated by good manners.”
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What can Jesus teach us about service and honor?
It is not enough to gaze on Jesus or hear his words. To “see” Jesus, one must accept the same mission from the Father.
Posted inPolitics & Society, Your Take
Do you pray for your favorite sports team to win?
America also asked readers about whether or not they saw sports as a force for social good.
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How can living like Jesus help us find a home?
This week’s readings speak of the journey of Christians to their true homeland.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Reinventing the (prayer) wheel
An 11th-century prayer tool comes to life for modern Christians
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How can our obedience lead to freedom?
For Isaac, obedience brought forth a nation. For Jesus, self-offering led to glory.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
Catholics gather at U.S. Capitol to pray lawmakers will protect the Dreamers
A group of priests, religious, young immigrants and their supporters gathered outside of the U.S. Capitol to pray for the Dreamers, whose lives are in limbo, and for the legislators who have the power to change their situation.