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At the Annunciation “Mary teaches us to listen to the voice of God who speaks in silence…in order thereby to taste true joy.” Pope Benedict XVI
Author Archives: Joseph Horan
Tolkien Minute: Gandalf Is The Pope!
I think Gandalf is obviously the Pope. Think about it. The White Wizard? At first I thought he might be St. Dominic, but then I thought he must be the Pope because I realized where the Pope stays during the … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged Catholic, Catholicism, Dominic, Gandalf, Hobbit, J. R. R. Tolkien, Pope, Saint Dominic
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Love Alone: Christian Spiritual Reflection #2 (Ash Wednesday)
“We could ensure that these many pious offerings be more pleasing to God if we take time to originate them from the source, the wellspring of his love.” This post is a follow up on the very first post I … Continue reading
Posted in Practicing Love, Word Art
Tagged Ash Wednesday, Christ, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Eucharist, God, Lent, Love of God, Rosary
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Retiring? WWWHHHAAATTT!
My first reaction to the Pope’s renunciation was that of total shock. I was listening to Catholic Radio in my car on the Guadalupe Network (910AM) in Fort Worth, and a guest was on speaking about a University of Dallas Pilgrimage to … Continue reading
Posted in Post Conciliar Church
Tagged Annunciation, Christ, Church, God, Jesus, Mary, Pope, Rome
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Maybe The Next Pope Will….
I have found great solace in Catholic humor in the wake of the Pope’s surprising renunciation of his office. For another hilarious meme look here, and for a talking lizard. You will not regret it!
Posted in Humor, Word Art
Tagged Catholic Church, Catholicism, Counties, Francis of Assisi, humor, Jesus, Jorge Bergoglio, Pope, Pope Humor, United States
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Awesome Christian Music!: Bless the Lord
Blessed be God. Blessed be His Holy Name. Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true man. Blessed be the name of Jesus. Blessed be His Most Sacred Heart. Blessed be His Most Precious Blood. Blessed be Jesus in the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Music
Tagged Christian Rock, Christian Worship, Divine Praises, Worship
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Receive Total Power: Conquer Habitual Sin!
Below is a consecration prayer for decisively conquering habitual sin. I started this prayer many years ago, and it has been awesomely effective in my life in many ways. If you say this prayer in the state of grace every … Continue reading
Posted in Practicing Love
Tagged Consecration, God, Hail Mary, Holy Spirit, Mary, Prayer, Satan, Trinity
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"I’ll do it Yourself"
I come back to this reflection from my wife from time to time, usually more by chance than anything. It always seems to catch me when I need it most. I take comfort in knowing that is not a coincidence.
The Gospel of Failure
The below link will take you to Father Sam’s blog, and to his latest post on the Gospel of Failure. It is a very beautiful and encouraging reflection. Father Sam’s Blog
Posted in Reblogged
Tagged Christ, Christian, Christianity, Evangelism, Gospel, Government, Jesu, Religion and Spirituality
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Faith Without Works Is Dead
The following is something I wrote in response to a question concerning the Catholic position on Faith, Works, and Justification. I found this picture on line, and find it to be pretty funny! It depends on what we mean when … Continue reading
Posted in Questions Answered
Tagged Abraham, Catholic, Catholic Church, Epistle of James, God, James, Salvation, Sola fide
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